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.
Sport: GolfHometown: Seneca, KS Trista Peterson has been a dedicated athlete with Special Olympics Kansas since she was 8 years old. Over the years, she’s competed in track, swimming, alpine
Hometown: Arkansas CitySport: Golf Nancy Misasi has been a dedicated Special Olympics athlete for nearly 20 years, competing in a wide range of sports including basketball, cheerleading, track and field,
For more than two decades, Terri Kitch has proudly represented the Mosaic Pittsburg program, competing in track and field, bowling, cornhole, bocce, basketball, and Senior Unified events. Terri is the
Shirley, has been a vibrant part of the Wichita Independents team for decades, and her presence at Special Olympics Kansas events is impossible to miss. Now in her 80s, Shirley
Meet Gary May, one of the pioneers of Special Olympics Kansas and a beloved athlete whose impact continues to be felt across the state. For 30 years, Gary represented Topeka
This Hall of Fame inductee proves that age is no barrier to pure joy in competition. At 87 years old, Beulah “Bootsie” Batalia continues to inspire everyone around her as
For 24 years, Adam Pendlay has been a cornerstone of the Leavenworth County Special Olympics program. Competing in bowling, basketball, and track & field, Adam brings leadership and heart to
The IdeaTek Athlete of the Month for October is Laverne Gitchel! Laverne has been an Athlete for over 10 years with the Arc of Central Plains of Hays, KS. She
Sport: CornholeHometown: Lawrence, Kansas Meet Megan Miller — a longtime Special Olympics Kansas athlete who’s gearing up to hit the court at the 2026 USA Games in Minnesota! Megan has
Our annual Sports Memorabilia Auction is happening NOW!
If you’re shopping for the perfect holiday gift or adding to your own collection, this auction has something for you. The best part is, all proceeds go towards programming for our awesome athletes!
