Hometown: Wichita, Kansas
Sport: Tennis
USA Games 2026 – Representing Team Kansas!
Meet Kiel Miller (pronounced Kyle), a proud and passionate Special Olympics Kansas athlete headed to the 2026 USA Games in Minnesota, where he’ll compete in tennis! With more than three decades of involvement in Special Olympics, Kiel is a seasoned competitor and a true example of leadership, perseverance, and heart.
Kiel joined Special Olympics in 1994 and has competed in an incredible variety of sports including basketball, volleyball, bowling, bocce, swimming, powerlifting, cycling, golf, softball, track & field, snow skiing, and more. His achievements are equally impressive off the field:
- 2022 USA Games (Orlando) – Bocce
- 1999 World Games (Raleigh) – Golf
- Torchrunner for the 2002 Winter Games Torch Run
- Graduate of Campus High School & Chisholm Life Skill Center
- 2024 Special Olympics Kansas Hall of Fame Inductee
Beyond sports, Kiel is active in his church and community, a proud member of the Knights of Columbus, and a devoted uncle and godfather to his many nieces and nephews. He’s also worked at 1st Impressions Auto Detail for over 12 years, helping manage supplies and working on the detailing crew.
“Special Olympics has made me more self-confident, built leadership skills, and given me life-long friends,” Kiel shares. “Attending the 2026 USA Games is an honor, and I’m excited to compete in Minnesota.”
Join us in cheering on Kiel as he trains hard, represents Kansas, and continues to inspire everyone around him!
