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Day 2 of the Unified Volleyball World Cup in the Books – Up Next

Day 2 of competition at the Special Olympics Unified Volleyball World Cup in Katowice, Poland from 5-8 October brought a mix of emotions for all 16 competing teams as some rose to the top of their groups and others fell.

50 Game Changers

ESPN and Special Olympics teamed up on a year-long storytelling initiative telling the stories of game changers and game changing moments toward inclusion.

Nevada

Our sports trainings are geared toward the ability level of our athletes and our competitions are designed so that athletes compete against athletes of the same approximate ability level.

We offer the several programs for athletes that meet a range of ability levels and needs.

Our community-based training and competition is one of our more well-known programs as it offers 12 individual and team sports for athletes of all ages with a range of disabilities. Trainings and competitions take place in the evenings and weekends.

Our Motor Activities Training Program (MATP) is specifically for athletes with severe disabilities, with an emphasis on skill building and participation rather than competition.

Our Unified Sports® Program is characterized by an equal numbers of athletes with and without developmental disabilities of similar age and ability competing on teams together.

Our Schools Partnership Program is a sports training and competition program integrated into the regular school day for special education students. This program offers three sports during the school year: soccer, basketball and track & field.

At-a-Glance:
We offer 12 sanctioned community sports and five school-based sports in the Clark County School district. Annually, we have more than 22 school-based, local and state competition opportunities and more than 25 special events to raise both awareness and funding for our growing program.

Our Impact:
Our athletes often experience improved physical fitness, greater self-confidence and a more positive self-image. Our athletes and volunteers discover new abilities and talents and grow intellectually and socially. Our program increases community engagement and social participation among disabled children and adults and non-disabled community alike.

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World Games Abu Dhabi 2019

Abu Dhabi, UAE • 14 – 21 March 2019

Softball

This page draws together softball-related information for all of Special Olympics. The coaching materials and other links will help you get a good sense of how this sport contributes to Special Olympics.

Sports Business Journal: Special Olympics Names New President & CEO

The following is an excerpt from Sport Business Journal’s article, “Special Olympics names new president & CEO” announcing David Evangelista, the current President and Managing Director of Special Olympics Europe Eurasia, as the new Special Olympics International President and CEO beginning 1 January 2026.

Caring for People With Intellectual Disabilities During COVID-19: 4 Tips for Healthcare Professionals

In this interview for QuickTake by Bloomberg, SOI Chief Health Officer Dr. Alicia Bazzano discusses why people with intellectual disabilities are at a higher risk for COVID-19, and why maintaining proper hygiene and finding ways to remain active is so important.

Special Olympics: A Digital Journey - Part 1

Special Olympics: A Digital Journey - Part 1
With a focus on creating a truly digital Special Olympics community around the world, what are the greatest needs? How do we support this initiative to help athletes, coaches, families and supporters build more innovative interaction and learning experiences? How can our industry embark on this mission to support this global initiative?

Special Olympics Selects Kazan, Russia to Host Landmark World Winter Games in 2022

Kazan, Russia will host the Special Olympics World Winter Games in 2022 with a key aim of transforming the lives and prospects of people with intellectual disabilities across Russia.