IdeaTek Athlete of the Month: Ben Moore

Ben has been an athlete with the Saline County Arc Blue Thunder since his elementary school days. He competes in several sports, including volleyball, softball, track, and bocce. Outside of […]

IdeaTek Athlete of the Month: Chris Barnes

Chris has been an athlete for 27 years and currently competes with the Air Capital Flyers of Wichita. He has participated in a wide range of sports, including volleyball, bowling, […]

IdeaTek Athlete of the Month: Austin Levingston

Austin has been an athlete with Great Bend for over 16 years, competing in multiple sports, including basketball, swimming, and track & field. He is especially passionate about swimming. From […]

IdeaTek Athlete of the Month: John Bazelle

John Bazelle has been an athlete for the Wichita Independents for over 15 years, playing in multiple sports such as softball, basketball, track, and flag football. John is deeply committed […]

IdeaTek Athlete of the Month: Tianna Crow

Tianna has been an athlete for the JCPRD Stormin’ Rangers for over 10 years, playing in multiple sports such as soccer, track, softball, volleyball, and more. Tianna truly embodies the […]

IdeaTek Athlete of the Month: Nolan Smith

Nolan has been an athlete for the Douglas County Jayhawks for over 12 years, playing in multiple sports such as Track, Soccer, Basketball, and more. Nolan truly embodies the spirit […]

In June, Team Kansas will represent our state at the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games — competing against thousands of athletes from across the country. For many, it’s the biggest moment of their athletic career.

But here’s the reality: getting our team to Minnesota doesn’t happen without serious community support. Travel, uniforms, equipment, meals, and competition fees add up fast. Every dollar raised goes directly toward making sure our athletes can focus on one thing — competing their hearts out.