Note (updated July 8, 2020): Special Olympics Minnesota is developing Return to Play Guidelines so that we can resume in-person practices in a safe way. Virtual Fall Games is open to anyone who is interested and currently registered as a SOMN athlete, Young Athlete/partner, Unified partner, coach or Head of Delegation.You’re competing against everyone in the state during the practice season. Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) — Special Olympics South Carolina is another organization feeling the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. Special Olympics Pennsylvania (SOPA) provides year-round sports training and competition for more than 20,000 children and adults with intellectual disabilities. Can they still compete?What if we normally don't participate in bocce or softball; can we still participate?Do I need to fill out any athlete, Young Athlete/partner, coach or Unified partner paperwork to participate?What scores do I need to record during practice sessions?Will I be disqualified if I don’t use the exact distance listed?
I’ve been here 34 years and have never had to do it,” said Barry Coates, President and CEO of Special Olympics South Carolina.“I do bocce, I do running, and I do bowling too. Here’s how it works:If you need help or don’t have access to a computer, ask your parent, staff person or coach to help.Athletes and coaches: Do you know someone who doesn’t have access to internet but would still like to be a part of Virtual Fall Games? Make sure to Anyone who is currently registered as SOMN athlete, young athlete/partner, Unified partner, coach or Head of Delegation.Yes! The Law Enforcement Torch Run ® for Special Olympics Connecticut is one of the movement's largest grassroots efforts to inspire awareness and raise funds. Contact us at Practice begins on Monday, August 10. Nearly 1,250 athletes and coaches from across New York State will come to Glens Falls to participate. Jul 30, 2020 5:02 PM EDT State Games Advancing to a Special Olympics state-level event is an accomplishment to be celebrated. Officers across the state volunteer their time, year-round, to hold events that support Special Olympics. All events are free and open to the public.Opening Ceremonies: Friday, October 23 at 8 PM at Cool Insuring Arena, featuring the Parade of Athletes, entertainment and the lighting of the Special Olympics Cauldron.Athletic Competition: Saturday, October 24, in seven Olympic-style sports.Service Volunteers, Fans in the Stands, and Social Ambassadors are needed at Opening Ceremonies and all competitions!
2020 State Winter Games Alpine Skiing Results – Saturday, Feb. 29. Officials with Special Olympics South Carolina have canceled the 2020 State Fall Games due to COVID-19. In addition to Spring and Summer State Games, the organization recently announced the Fall State Games will also be canceled.The cancellation of the State Games, in-person training and competitions affects more than 30,000 Special Olympics SC athletes.Staying active is important; but to the athletes, Special Olympics is much more than participating in sports.There has been some good to come out of the pandemic, but everyone hopes to reconnect and resume State Games soon.REMINDER: if you have difficulties in receiving WOLO with an antenna you need to re-scan your set. We can’t wait to see your delegation! This three-day event includes an Olympic-style opening ceremony, torch run, parade of athletes and victory dance. I was very, very sad. Fall Games is one of Special Olympics Southern California's largest competitions of the year, featuring six sports and more than 1,100 athletes from across the area. Please see below for resources to register for state games, including important registration dates and deadlines, registration packets, and Event Guides. The Fall Games are […] We’ve learned a lot of things,” said Coates.“Hang in there, we are all in this together. 2020 State Winter Games Cheerleading Results