News
Keep up with the latest news, updates and developments in each of our regions and across the state.
Media Contact:
Casey Vattimo, cvattimo@nyso.org , @CVattimo
Keep up with the latest news, updates and developments in each of our regions and across the state.
Media Contact:
Casey Vattimo, cvattimo@nyso.org , @CVattimo
Meet Tommy Mooney – An Athlete Profile
Tommy Mooney embarked on his journey with Special Olympics NY at the age of 9 and has been actively involved in various sports for nearly 30 years.
YAC Summits: Inspiring the Next Generation of Inclusive Leaders
Youth Activation Committees are hard at work in the Capital District, New York City, Long Island, and more. Find out more here!
New York University Physical Therapy Program Commits to Educating Students About Working with Patients with IDD
NYU partnered with Special Olympics NY to bring awareness regarding treating people with intellectual disabilities to their PT students.
Public Schedule: Special Olympics New York State Fall Games Oct. 18–19
The Special Olympics New York State Fall Games is coming to Warren and Saratoga Counties this week. Check out the schedule!
Meet Julia Harris – An Athlete Profile
Julia became involved with Special Olympics a little over a decade ago. Pushing the boundaries and exploring new horizons has been her goal.
Special Olympics New York Partners with NYS DMV for Custom License Plates
Special Olympics NY is partnering with the NYS DMV to provide custom branded license plates to New York State Residents.
Meet Matthew Schuster – An Athlete Profile
Matthew Schuster is Champion within a Champion and has been an athlete of Special Olympics NY for over three decades.
Meet Athlete Alyssa O’Connor – An Athlete Corner Profile
A journey of inclusion - Alyssa and her involvement with Unified Champion Schools (UCS) and Special Olympics NY.
Special Olympics New York Joins the Nation of Lifesavers
Special Olympics New York prioritized staff certification at the organization’s 2024 annual summit this week in Albany.
New York Jets and Special Olympics New York to Launch High School Unified Flag Football League in New York City
The New York Jets and Special Olympics New York have announced the launch of a High School Unified Flag Football League in New York City.
Tully’s Good Times Restaurants to Support Special Olympics New York in Local “Law & Orders Night” Fundraiser
Tully’s Good Times Restaurants will team up with law enforcement agencies to support Special Olympics New York.
13 New York State Schools Earn National Banner Status
Special Olympics NY President & CEO Stacey Hengsterman announced that 13 schools have been named National Banner Unified Champion Schools.