Athlete Spotlight: Chad
Chad has been a dedicated athlete with Special Olympics Kansas since his high school days. His passion for sports is evident through his involvement in basketball, bowling, and cornhole. Among […]
Kansas Athletes Shine at Special Olympics World Winter Games Turin 2025
Athletes from Bonner Springs, Frankfort, Lawrence, Prairie Village, and Topeka compete in Italy TURIN, ITALY – 15 MARCH 2025 – Five outstanding athletes from Kansas showcased their talents on the […]
Athlete Spotlight: Marquel Russell
Meet Marquel, a 21-year-old athlete from Topeka, Kansas, who has never let anything hold him back. A former Washburn Rural High School standout, he made waves as a varsity track […]
Athlete Spotlight: Cade Huddler
For over 20 years, Cade has been a dedicated Special Olympics athlete, starting his journey at just 8 years old. Over the years, he has competed in an impressive lineup […]
LETR Spotlight: Dennis Shaw – A Lifetime of Service and Dedication
For more than four decades, Dennis Shaw has dedicated his life to public service—both in law enforcement and through his unwavering commitment to the Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR) for […]
Athlete Spotlight: Tammy Mesias
For 45 years, Tammy has been an athlete in Special Olympics Kansas. Her journey as an athlete is nothing short of inspiring, competing in bowling, basketball, softball, track and field, […]
Athlete Spotlight: Bre Engleman
Bre has been a Special Olympics Kansas athlete for seven years, starting just four months after moving to Kansas. This year, Bre focused entirely on powerlifting, her passion, and chose to […]
Dream Big: Justin Hostetter Inspires Athletes with His Practicum Project
Special Olympics Kansas (SOKS) and Special Olympics North America (SONA) proudly welcome Justin Hostetter as an officially inducted Health Messenger. Justin recently completed his practicum project, a follow-along workout video […]
Special Olympics Kansas Celebrates International Day of Persons with Disabilities: Empowering Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities through Sports, Health, Education, and Leadership
In honor of International Day of Persons with Disabilities on December 3, Special Olympics Kansas proudly joins the global community in highlighting the achievements and contributions of people with disabilities. […]
LETR Officer Highlight: Assistant Chief Todd Martens
Assistant Chief Todd Martens began his career with the McPherson Police Department in July 1988. For Assistant Chief Martens, being involved in the Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR) is a […]
