Health Promotion Healthy Athletes Screening
2023-11-10 09:30 - 13:30 (America/Chicago) | Okun Fieldhouse, 20200 Johnson Dr, Shawnee, KS, 66218, United States
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Health Promotion, a discipline of Special Olympics Healthy Athletes, focuses on healthy living, healthy lifestyle choices, and nation-specific health issues. In addition to health education activities, health Promotion offers screenings for bone density, blood pressure, and body mass index (BMI). Its goals include encouraging and enhancing healthy behaviors and improving self-efficacy and self-advocacy.

Healthy Hearing Healthy Athletes Screening
2023-11-11 09:00 - 12:00 | Hummer Sports Park, 2751 SW East Circle Dr S # 1, Topeka, KS, 66606, United States
The Healthy Hearing discipline of Healthy Athletes provides comprehensive hearing screenings and follow-up recommendations. The main goals of this program are to inform athletes, parents, coaches or caregivers about the detection of possible ear and hearing problems, recommend follow-up as needed, and to promote the necessity of regular ear and hearing screenings.

2024 Winter Games
2024-01-31 - 2024-02-02 | Snow Creek, 1 Snow Creek Dr, Weston, KS, 64098, United States
’24 WG Tentative Schedule

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South Central Regional Basketball and Cheerleading
2024-02-10 08:00 - 16:00 | KS
South Central Regional Basketball will take place on Saturday, February 10th, 2024. The event will be located in Haysville across three schools, Haysville Middle, Haysville West and Campus High School.

Haysville School District, Haysville Middle: 900 W. Grand Haysville, KS 67060 Haysville West Middle: 1956 W. Grand Haysville, KS 67060
Campus High School: 2100 W. 55th St S Wichita, KS 67217

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Leavenworth Invitational Basketball Tournament
2024-02-17 09:00 - 16:00 | Leavenworth High School, 2012 10th Ave, Leavenworth, KS, 66048, United States
This is an invitational b-ball tournament hosted by the Leavenworth County Special Olympic program and the Leavenworth Kiwanis Club
This is a fun basketball tournament to get the season started. We find it helpful to make sure we have our athletes placed at their best level of play. Teams are guaranteed at least 2 games throughout the day! We start with an opening ceremony at 9:15 a.m. & try to start actual games at 10:00 a.m.

North Central Regional Basketball & Cheerleading
2024-02-24 09:00 - 16:00 | Junction City High School, 1100 Blue Jay Wy, Junction City, KS, 66441, United States
Regional basketball competition. Open to all North Central local programs and athletes.
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Special Smiles Healthy Athlete Screening
2024-02-24 09:30 - 13:30 | Junction City High School, 1100 Blue Jay Wy, Junction City, KS, 66441, United States
The Special Smiles discipline of Healthy Athletes provides comprehensive oral health care information, including offering free dental screenings and instructions on correct brushing and flossing techniques to participating Special Olympics athletes. This resource page is equipped with manuals and forms, event resources and Special Smiles stories and additional information. Special Smiles has demonstrated remarkable success in creating awareness and improving access to dental care for children and adults with intellectual disabilities.

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KC Metro Regional Basketball
2024-03-03 09:00 - 17:00 | KS
This will be hosted at Shawnee Mission North High School, Shawnee Mission East High School, and Shawnee Mission West High School.

State Basketball and Cheerleading (Manhattan)
2024-03-15 - 2024-03-16 | Anthony Recreation Center, 2415 Browning Ave, Manhattan, KS, 66502, United States
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State Basketball and Cheerleading (Hays)
2024-03-22 - 2024-03-23 | Fort Hays State University, 600 Park St, Hays, 67601, United States
2024 HAYS BASKETBALL & CHEERLEADING TOURNAMENT TENTATIVE SCHEDULE
Friday, March 22, 2024
9:30a.m.Opening Ceremonies (GMC Main Arena)
10:00a.m. – 4:00p.m. General Store (GMC)
10:00a.m. – 4:00p.m. Concession Stand (GMC)
10:30a.m. Individual Skills & Speed Dribble (GMC Main Arena)
11:00a.m. – 1:00p.m. Lunch (GMC – Cage by Gate 3)
12:30p.m. – 5:00p.m. Tournament Play (FHSU & HRC)
5:00p.m. – 7:00p.m. Dinner – Pizza (Team Pick-up)
6:00p.m. – 9:00p.m. Dance (Hays Middle School) – change as of 2/21/2024)
Saturday, March 23, 2024
8:00a.m. – 3:00p.m. Tournament Play (FHSU & HRC)
8:00a.m. – 9:30a.m. Cheerleading (GMC)
9:00a.m. – 2:00p.m. Concession Stand (GMC)
9:00a.m. – 2:00p.m. General Store (GMC)
9:00a.m. – 1:00p.m. Fit Feet (GMC South Concourse)
9:30a.m. – 3:00p.m. Healthy Hearing
9:30a.m. – 10:30a.m. Team Skills (GMC)
11:00a.m. – 1:00p.m. Lunch (GMC – Cage by Gate 3)
Venues
Fort Hays State University Gross Memorial Coliseum (GMC), 600 Park St, Hays, KS 67601
Hays Middle School, 201 W 29th St, Hays, KS 67601
Hays Recreation Commission (HRC), 1105 Canterbury Dr, Hays, KS 67601

BRACKETS
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321 Fit!
2024-03-23 09:00 - 12:30 | Johnson County Community College, 12345 College Blvd, Overland Park, 66210, United States
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Healthy Hearing
2024-03-23 09:30 - 14:30 | Gross Memorial Coliseum, 600 Park St, Hays, 67601, United States
Healthy Hearing happening at State Basketball and Cheer in Hays.
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KC Metro Regional Track and Field
2024-04-20 08:00 - 17:00 | Shawnee Mission South High School, 5800 W 107th St, Overland Park, KS, 66207, United States
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South Central Regional Track & Field
2024-04-27 08:00 - 16:30 | Wichita Collegiate High School, 9115 E. 13th St, Wichita, KS, 67206, United States
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North Central Regional Track Meet
2024-04-27 09:00 - 15:30 | Shawnee Heights High School, 4201 SE Shawnee Heights Rd, Tecumseh, KS, 66542, United States

FUNfitness
2024-04-27 10:00 - 14:30 | Shawnee Heights High School, 4201 SE Shawnee Heights Rd, Tecumseh, KS, 66542, United States
FUNfitness at North Central Regional Track

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Kansas City Metro Regional Bocce
2024-05-04 08:00 - 13:00 | Black Bob Park, 14500 W 151st St, Olathe, KS, 66062, United States
Special Olympics Kansas will be hosting the Kansas City Metro Regional Bocce on May 4, 2024, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. This event will be held at Black Bob Park in Olathe, KS. Registration for Regional Bocce will go out after state basketball on March 23, 2024. If you or anyone you know may be interested in volunteering for this event, please visit here.
Please contact Chris Burt at burtc@soks.org, for any questions about this event.

Kansas City Metro Regional Soccer
2024-05-05 09:00 - 13:00 | Black Bob Park, 14500 W 151st St, Olathe, KS, 66062, United States
Special Olympics Kansas will be hosting the Kansas City Metro Regional Soccer competition on May 5, 2024, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Black Bob Park in Olathe, KS. If you or someone you know might be interested in volunteering for this event, please visit here.
For any questions about this event, please message Chris Burt at burtc@soks.org.

Kansas City Metro Regional Cycling
2024-05-06 17:00 - 20:00 | Blue Valley Recreation Sports Complex, 9701 W 137th Street, Overland Park, KS, 66221, United States
Special Olympics Kansas will be hosting the Kansas City Metro Regional Cycling competition on May 6, 2024 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Blue Valley Recreation Sports Complex. If you or someone you know may be interested in volunteering for this event, please visit here.

KC Metro Regional Tennis
2024-05-07 18:30 - 20:00 | Blue Valley North Highschool, 12200 Lamar Ave, Overland Park, KS, 66209, United States
Special Olympics Kansas will be hosting the Kansas City Regional Tennis competition on May 7, 2024 from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Blue Valley North High School.

Kansas City Metro Regional Tennis - Match Play
2024-05-21 18:00 - 20:00 | Blue Valley North High School, 12200 Lamar Ave, Overland Park, 66209, United States
Join Special Olympics Kansas for the Kansas City Metro Regional Tennis Match Play event! Match Play will occur on the evening of May 21 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. This event will be held at Blue Valley North High School. If you or someone you know is interested in volunteering for this event, please visit here.

2024 Summer Games
2024-05-31 - 2024-06-02 | Maize High School, 11600 W 45th St N, Maize, 67601, United States
State Competition for Bocce, Soccer, Tennis and Track & Field
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2024 Healthy Athletes
2024-06-01 09:00 - 15:00 | Maize High School, 11600 W 45th St N, Maize, 67601, United States
2024 Healthy Athletes at the Special Olympics Kansas Summer Games

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KC Metro Regional Swimming
2024-06-29 11:00 - 17:00 | Turner Aquatic Center, 2211 S 55th St, Kansas City, 66106, United States
KC Metro Regional Swimming Competition at Turner Aquatic Center
Dive into excitement with the Special Olympics Kansas KC Metro Regional Swimming Competition! Mark your calendars for June 29th, 2024, as we gather at the Turner Aquatic Center for a day of inspiring athletic performances, community spirit, and volunteer opportunities.
Event Details:

Date: June 29, 2024
Location: Turner Aquatic Center, Kansas City, KS

Join us for an unforgettable day as athletes from the KC Metro region showcase their swimming skills in various events. From freestyle and backstroke to relay races, the competition promises thrilling moments and remarkable displays of determination and sportsmanship.
Get Involved: Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteering at this competition is a fantastic way to support our athletes and engage with the community. We are seeking enthusiastic volunteers to help with various roles throughout the event. No prior experience is necessary—just a passion for making a positive impact.
Volunteer Roles:

Awards: Line up and present athletes their medals/ribbons
In Water Help: Assist athletes that start races in the water
Runners: Take heat sheets between start/finish and awards
Staggers: Line up athletes in their swim heats
Timers: Assist with timekeeping (stop watch provided)

Why Volunteer?

Community Engagement: Connect with athletes, families, and other volunteers, fostering a sense of community and shared purpose.
Skill Development: Gain valuable experience in event management, teamwork, and leadership.
Personal Fulfillment: Experience the joy of supporting athletes and making a meaningful difference in their lives.

Support Our Athletes
Your support is crucial to the success of our athletes. Whether you’re volunteering, cheering from the stands, or donating, your involvement helps create a positive and encouraging environment. By supporting the KC Metro Regional Swimming Competition, you contribute to the growth and success of our athletes.
Join Us
We invite everyone to come out and support our athletes at the Turner Aquatic Center on June 29th. The KC Metro Regional Swimming Competition is more than just an event—it’s a celebration of dedication, perseverance, and community spirit.
For more information on volunteering and event details, please visit our volunteer page.
Help us make the KC Metro Regional Swimming Competition an inspiring and memorable event. Together, we can create an environment where athletes can thrive and achieve their best.

KC Metro Regional Powerlifting
2024-06-30 11:00 - 17:00 | Homefield Olathe, 2115 E KC Rd, Olathe, 66061, United States
Special Olympics Kansas will be hosting the KC Metro Regional Powerlifting competition on June 30th, 2024. The event will start at 11 a.m. and will conclude at 5 p.m. This competition will be held at Homefield Olathe, and the address can be found below.
Address
2115 E KC Rd Olathe, 66061
For any questions about this competition, please contact Tim Rehder at rehdert@soks.org

North Central Regional Swim
2024-07-13 09:00 - 12:00 | Hummer Sports Park, 2751 SW East Circle Dr S # 1, Topeka, KS, 66606, United States
Special Olympics Kansas will be hosting the North Central Regional Swim Meet at Hummer Sports Park in Topeka, KS, on July 13, 2024. The event will start at 9 a.m. and will be concluded by noon. No lunch will be provided at this swim meet this year.
Address
2751 SW East Circle Dr S # 1 Topeka, KS 66606
For any questions about this swim meet, please contact Krystin Guggisberg at guggisberk@soks.org

South Central Regional Swimming
2024-07-13 13:00 - 17:00 | Wichita Swim Club, 8323 E Douglas Ave, Wichita, KS, 67207, United States
Special Olympics Kansas will be hosting the South Central Regional Swimming Competition on July 13, 2024. This event will start at 11 a.m. and end at 5 p.m. The competition will be held at Wichita Swim Club, and the location is listed below.
Address
8323 E Douglas Ave Wichita, KS 67207
For any questions regarding this event, please contact Tim Rehder at rehdert@soks.org

Southeast Adult Bowling
2024-07-16 09:00 - 13:00 | Holiday Lanes Bowling Pittsburg, 2406 N Broadway, Pittsburg, KS, 66762, United States
Special Olympics Kansas will be hosting the Southeast Adult Bowling competition on July 16, 2024. The competition will start at 9 a.m. and end at 1 p.m. The event will be held at Holiday Lanes in Pittsburg, KS, and the address for the location is below.
Address
2406 N Broadway Pittsburg, KS 66762
For any questions regarding this event, please contact Olivia Ryan and ryano@soks.org

2024 State Powerlifting & Flag Football
2024-07-19 11:00 - 15:00 | Hutchinson Field, 1304 N Broadway, Pittsburg, 66762, United States
State Powerlifting will be July 19 from 11AM – 4PM at Pittsburg High School.
State Flag Football will be July 20 from 9AM – 3PM at Hutchinson Field.
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South Central Region Bowling
2024-07-20 09:00 - 14:00 | North Rock Lanes, 3232 N. Rock Rd, Wichita, KS, 67226, United States
Discover the excitement of Special Olympics Kansas events! Mark your calendar for July 20th, 2024, as we host the South Central Region Bowling tournament at North Rock Lanes in Wichita, KS. From 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM, athletes from across the South Central Region will showcase their skills and sportsmanship in this highly anticipated event.
Join us at North Rock Lanes, located at 3232 N Rock Rd, for a day filled with camaraderie and competition. Cheer on our athletes as they strive for victory in this South Central Region Bowling showdown. With your support, we can create an inclusive and empowering environment where every athlete can shine.
Don’t miss this opportunity to witness the power of sports to transform lives and unite communities. Whether you’re a longtime supporter or new to Special Olympics Kansas, we welcome you to be a part of this unforgettable experience. Together, we can make a difference and celebrate the abilities of all athletes.
Save the date and join us on July 20th for an inspiring day of South Central Region Bowling, friendship, and fun! For more information and to stay updated on upcoming events, visit our website. Let’s roll for inclusion and support our athletes as they go for gold!
Experience the thrill of competition as athletes from the South Central Region come together to showcase their bowling prowess. This event is more than just a tournament; it’s a celebration of unity and sportsmanship. With your attendance, you’re not just watching the action unfold—you’re becoming part of a movement that champions inclusion and empowers individuals of all abilities.
The tournament at North Rock Lanes promises a day of excitement, as athletes push themselves to new heights and forge lifelong friendships. As you cheer on these incredible athletes, you’re contributing to a community that values acceptance and celebrates diversity.
Whether you’re a passionate supporter of Special Olympics Kansas or new to the cause, this event offers something for everyone. From thrilling matches to heartwarming moments, you’ll witness the true spirit of sportsmanship in action.
Join us on July 20th as we come together for this tournament. Together, let’s strike down barriers and roll towards a more inclusive future. Your presence makes a difference, so lace up your bowling shoes and join us for a day of fun, friendship, and South Central Region Bowling!
