THE VICTORY GALA
You’re invited to the 4th annual Victory Gala to celebrate our athletes and champion inclusion. Please join us for dinner, drinks, auctions, and our Hall of Fame ceremony.
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STATE VOLLEYBALL
On November 13 at Okun Field House in Shawnee, athletes from across the state will compete in volleyball.
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PLAY UNIFIED. LIVE UNIFIED.
Special Olympics Unified Champion Schools® is an opportunity for schools pre-K through university level to intentionally promote meaningful social inclusion. Learn how to get your school involved!
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ATHLETE HEALTH HAS NO OFF-SEASON
See how we are prioritizing athlete health and fitness all season long through our training, assessment and prevention programs.
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Join over 5,000 Kansas athletes competing in 21 different sports as part of the world’s largest sports organization for children and adults with intellectual disabilities.
COACH
Special Olympics Coaches are the secret sauce to an invaluable and transformative sporting experience for athletes. Our coaches double as mentors, cheerleaders, role models and so much more.
VOLUNTEER
Our volunteers are the backbone of our organization; it is their time, talents and dedication to our athletes that makes Special Olympics Kansas possible and successful.
VOLUNTEER
“Special Olympics has given me more chances to improve my mental and physical state of mind. I have a second family here.”
Jackson ByrdAthlete
“Special Olympics has made me more confident, helped me build leadership skills, and given me
life-long friends.”
Kiel MillerAthlete
Special Olympics has enriched my life. I’ve made lifelong friends both locally and throughout the state. My team is like extended family. It’s also great for the exercise and the opportunity to travel.
Savannah KoehnAthlete Leader
I like to be accepted, and Special Olympics has helped me find my place in life. I’ve found people that are completely accepting of me.
Scott BallAthlete
Events
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North Central Regional Volleyball
North Central Regional Volleyball
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North Central Unified Basketball Tournament
North Central Unified Basketball Tournament
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West Regional Bowling
West Regional Bowling
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UPCOMING EVENTS
What’s next for Special Olympics Kansas? Visit our event calendar for a full list of upcoming fundraising events, competitions and more so you don’t miss a thing!
Sports
Special Olympics Sports works to promote social inclusion, break down stereotypes and gain new perspectives through the love of sports.
State Competitions
Seasonal State level competitions. Find your sport, and compete at a higher level!
Athlete Leadership
Turning athletes into leaders. Explore “non-traditional” roles such as a spokesperson, team captain, coach, or even serve on the board of directors!
Youth Activation Committee
Youth play a crucial role in athlete success and the impact of SOKS. Discover how we get youth involved to be ambassadores for our athletes.
For Over 55 Years, Special Olympics Kansas Has Served Our Community
For Over 52 Years, Special Olympics Kansas Has Served Our Community
Sports
Special Olympics Unified Sports works to promote social inclusion, break down stereotypes and gain new perspectives through the love of sports.
State Competitions
Seasonal State level competitions. Find your sport, and compete at a higher level!
Athlete Leadership
Turning athletes into leaders. Explore “non-traditional” roles such as a spokesperson, team captain, coach, or even serve on the board of directors!
Youth Activation Committee
Youth play a crucial role in athlete success and the impact of SOKS. Discover how we get youth involved to be ambassadores for our athletes.
HEALTH & FITNESS
Special Olympics Kansas’s inclusive health programming focuses on improving the physical and social-emotional well-being of people with intellectual disabilities by broadening access and quality of care in health systems across the state.
PREVENTION PROGRAMS
We prioritize athlete health by offering free prevention health screenings to registered SOKS athletes at competition venues and other select events.
TRAINING PROGRAMS
Through key training programs, we aim to build a sustainable foundation of inclusive leaders who are trained to lead their peers in establishing or reinforcing healthy behaviors and attitudes.
ASSESSMENT PROGRAMS
Ready to live your healthiest life? Each week, SOKS provides LIVE health and fitness sessions, in addition to other resources, to support and guide you on your fitness journey!
YOUNG ATHLETES
Innovative sports play programs for children with intellectual disabilities, ages 3-7. Designed to introduce them to the world of sports prior to Special Olympics eligibility at age 8.
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