Special Olympics Kansas offer year-round training and athletic competition in 20 Olympic-type sports to children and adults with Intellectual Disabilities.
Special Olympics Unified Champion Schools® is an opportunity for schools to intentionally promote meaningful social inclusion.
Staying fit is more than participating in sports. It’s a lifestyle. Learn more about our programming to support an active lifestyle for all of our athletes.
Each year Special Olympics Kansas recognizes outstanding athletes and individuals who contribute to the organization.
Special Olympics Athlete Leadership Programs (ALP’s) allow athletes to explore opportunities in roles previously considered “non-traditional”.
Innovative sport and play program for children with and without intellectual disabilities, ages 2-7, designed to introduce them to the world of Special Olympics.
Metro Swim MeetJuly 26, 2026 | 11:00 AM – 5:00 PMTurner Aquatic Center Join us for the Metro Swim Meet as Special Olympics Kansas athletes compete in a full day of exciting aquatic competition. Athletes from across the metro area will take to the pool to showcase their skills in a variety of swimming events, […]
Prairie Village PD Golf Tournament – Benefiting Special Olympics KansasDate: Monday, July 27, 2026Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PMLocation: Sycamore Ridge Golf Club, 21731 Clubhouse Dr, Spring Hill, KS 66083Hosted by: Prairie Village Police Department & Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR) Hit the greens for a great cause at the Prairie Village PD Golf Tournament! […]
Manhattan Golf TournamentAugust 1, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 2:00 PMStagg Hill Golf Club | Manhattan, KS Join us on the course for the Manhattan Golf Tournament, a fun and impactful day supporting Special Olympics Kansas athletes through the Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR). This 4-person scramble is open to golfers of all skill levels, […]
State Swimming – August 8, 2026 The 2026 State Swimming Competition will bring together athletes from across Kansas for a full day of excitement, determination, and achievement in the pool. Hosted at the Hummer Sports Park Natatorium in Topeka, this event showcases the hard work athletes have put in throughout the season as they compete […]
Joe Metlick Memorial Heroes PullAugust 22, 2026 | 1:00 PM – 3:00 PMDowntown Colby, Kansas (North of 4th Street & Franklin Street) Join us in Downtown Colby during the Sunflower Festival for the Joe Metlick Memorial Heroes Pull, a powerful and inspiring event benefiting Special Olympics Kansas athletes. This special Heroes Pull honors the legacy […]
Garden City Lemonade Battle, Torch Run & Trails and TreatsJoin us on August 26, 2026, for an evening of community fun and support at the Garden City Lemonade Battle, Torch Run, and Trails & Treats! Hosted at Golden Plains Credit Union, this unique event brings together families, athletes, law enforcement, and local businesses—all in celebration […]
Join Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR) supporters, officers, athletes, and community members for the Torch Run – Garden City, an evening event celebrating inclusion and raising awareness for Special Olympics Kansas. The run will begin at Golden Plains Credit Union, where participants will gather before taking to the streets for a community Torch Run route. […]
South Central Regional GolfDate: September 14, 2026Time: 5:00 PM – DuskLocation: Sierra Hills Golf Course – 13420 E Pawnee St, Wichita, KS 67230 The South Central Regional Golf Tournament invites athletes from across the region to test their skills on the course in this evening competition. Beginning at 5:00 p.m. and wrapping up just before […]
Join us for the Metro Golf – Regional Sports Competition, an exciting evening of golf competition and skills-based activities for Special Olympics Kansas athletes. Held at Smiley’s Golf Complex, this event brings together athletes of all skill levels for a fun and inclusive 9-hole golf experience along with a variety of golf skills stations designed […]
Heroes Pull – ShawneeDate: September 20, 2026Time: 11:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.Location: Shawnee Town 1929, 11600 Johnson Dr., Shawnee, KS 66203Contact: Ryan Warren Get ready to test your strength for a great cause at the Heroes Pull in Shawnee! Teams will compete to pull two massive public safety vehicles—a Lenco Bear armored vehicle and a […]
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.
