Special Olympics New York provides inclusive opportunities for people with intellectual disabilities to discover and unleash the champion within. Our athletes experience the thrill of competing in authentic sports. They overcome defeat, taste victory and stay active for life.
Special Olympics New York provides inclusive opportunities for people with intellectual disabilities to discover and unleash the champion within. Our athletes experience the thrill of competing in authentic sports. They overcome defeat, taste victory and stay active for life.
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USA Games
Minnesota, get ready—Team New York is coming in strong!
Special Olympics New York is sending 82 athletes to the 2026 USA Games in Minneapolis, June 20–26, to compete in 12 sports against top athletes from all 50 states.
Minnesota, get ready—Team New York is coming in strong!
Special Olympics New York is sending 82 athletes to the 2026 USA Games in Minneapolis, June 20–26, to compete in 12 sports against top athletes from all 50 states.
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Everyone deserves to play!
If you don't have this in your school, you should! Unified Sports promotes inclusion by bringing people with and without intellectual disabilities together as teammates.
If you don't have this in your school, you should! Unified Sports promotes inclusion by bringing people with and without intellectual disabilities together as teammates.
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Build a Training Club With Us
We're seeking passionate coaches, inclusive facilities, and mission-driven sponsors to help us expand training opportunities for our athletes.
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