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Public Schedule: Special Olympics New York State Fall Games Oct. 18–19

Glens Falls Draws Nearly 1,000 Athletes & Coaches to Compete in 7 Sports

Glens Falls, NY – The Special Olympics New York State Fall Games is coming to Warren and Saratoga Counties this week. The Games kick off with a signature Opening Ceremonies in Glens Falls City Park Friday evening. Nearly 1,000 athletes and coaches from throughout the state will go for the gold in 7 sports Saturday.

“From the Young Athletes experience with area schools, to our spectacular Opening Ceremonies in the park and fierce competition in 7 sports, the Special Olympics New York State Fall Games is an event you won’t want to miss,” said President & CEO Stacey Hengsterman. “Thank you to the Glens Falls community, our generous sponsors and the more than 400 volunteers making this weekend’s event possible for our athletes.”

State Fall Games is open to the public and free to attend. Media are invited to cover the event as follows.

FRIDAY, OCT. 18

Young Athletes Experience  

9 a.m. – 1 p.m.   

Morse Athletic Complex, 267 Sherman Ave., Queensbury  

Local elementary school students with and without disabilities will field trip during the school day to experience Special Olympics New York’s signature Young Athletes & Junior Athletes Programs, with assistance from the Statewide Athlete Leadership Council. Participants will include: Lake George Elementary (9 – 10 a.m.); Saratoga Springs City School District (10 – 11 a.m.); Queensbury Elementary (11 a.m. – Noon); Glens Falls City School District (Noon – 1 p.m.).  

Statewide Athlete Leadership Council Graduation 

12:45 p.m. – 2 p.m. 

Queensbury Hotel, 88 Ridge Street, Glens Falls, NY – Warren Room  

The Statewide Athlete Leadership Council, comprised of athletes from throughout the state, gives athletes a voice in the organization’s strategic planning and day-to-day operations while also providing advanced training and life-skills development. The Class of 2024 will be celebrated in a graduation ceremony hosted by President & CEO Stacey Hengsterman, Glens Fall Mayor Bill Collins and the Board of Directors.

Healthy Athletes Screenings  

5 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.  

Glens Falls City Park, Maple Street   

Athletes participating in the Games will receive free health screenings from volunteer medical professionals and students prior to Opening Ceremonies. Multiple health disciplines will be represented including: FUNFitness (Physical Therapy), Special Smiles (Dentistry), Fit Feet (Podiatry), Strong Minds (Emotional/Behavioral Health) and Health Promotion (General Health Education).  

State Fall Games Opening Ceremonies  

7:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.   

Glens Falls City Park, Maple Street  

Special Olympics New York’s signature kick-off will be emceed by NYS Department of Civil Service Commissioner Timothy Hogues. Opening Ceremonies will include the parade of athletes, remarks by President & CEO Stacey Hengsterman, Glens Falls Mayor Bill Collins and athlete representatives as well as the traditional Law Enforcement Torch Run and lighting of the cauldron.   

SATURDAY, OCT. 19

State Fall Games Sports Competitions  

Approximately 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.  

  • Bocce, Adirondack Sports Complex, 326 Upper Sherman Ave., Queensbury 
  • Cycling, Warren County Municipal Center, 1340 US-9, Lake George
  • Golf, Brookhaven Golf Course, 333 Alpine Meadows Rd., Porter Corners
  • Cross Country Running, Cole’s Woods, 600 Glen Street, Glens Falls
  • Soccer, Morse Athletic Complex, 267 Sherman Ave., Queensbury
  • Softball, Morse Athletic Complex and Adirondack Sports Complex
  • Equestrian, Skidmore College-Van Lennep Riding Center, 145 Daniels Rd., Saratoga Springs

Fitness Performance Stations   

Saturday, Oct. 19, 10:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.  

Morse Athletic Complex, Upper Sherman Ave  

Athletes will visit Performance Stations during competitions to learn about how fitness can improve their sport’s performance. The stations will be staffed by local sponsors and healthcare volunteers, and focus on physical activity/stretching, nutrition, hydration, and goal setting/positive mindset.  

Warren County is the presenting sponsor of State Fall Games. Additional sponsors currently include the following: Gallagher, NYSID, New York State Department of Civil Service, Pioneer, Glens Falls Foundation, New York Islanders, The Queensbury Hotel, AngioDynamics, Hudson Headwaters, CDTA, Elks Major Projects, NY Able, Curtis Lumber, Delta Dental, Plug Power, WellNow, Sunmark Credit Union, Deathwish Coffee, Bone & Joint, Homestead Funding Group, Eastern Mutual Insurance, Casella, NBT Bank, First Student, Burch Bottle, Federation of NY Insurance Professionals and Glens Fall Hospital.

To volunteer or make a donation in support of State Fall Games, click HERE.  

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