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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
Special Olympics 2023 World Games Spotlight: Sean O’Rourke
Sean O’Rourke is headed to Berlin for Special Olympics World Games 2023. Meet him in this article.
400 Volunteers Needed for Special Olympics New York State Summer Games in Ithaca June 9 & 10
The largest statewide Special Olympics New York statewide competition of the year is coming to Ithaca June 9 & 10. More than 800 athletes and coaches from throughout the state will be in the area for State Summer Games June 9 & 10 for competition in 7 sports: Basketball, Bowling, Gymnastics, Powerlifting, Swimming and Tennis.
Special Olympics New York President & CEO Applauds State Leaders for Choosing to Include
Special Olympics New York President & CEO Stacey Hengsterman today applauded Governor Kathy Hochul, Disabilities Committee Chairman Senator John W. Mannion and their colleagues in the Senate and Assembly for renewing the state’s commitment to Special Olympics Unified Champion Schools.
Special Olympics New York Announces $50,000 Partnership with GEICO
Special Olympics New York is pleased to announce an expanded new partnership with GEICO Philanthropic Foundation. GEICO has donated $25,000 in Long Island/New York City and $25,000 in the Western Region, for a total of $50,000.
Special Olympics New York Awards St. Bonaventure Professor with Highest Honor for Health Professionals
Dr. Claire Watson Received the Award at Unified Basketball Event on Campus Today
St. Bonaventure, NY – Special Olympics New York President & CEO Stacey Hengsterman today presented the Golisano Health Leadership Award to Dr. Claire Watson, St. Bonaventure assistant professor and founding director of the University’s Public Health, Health Science, and Master of Public Health programs.
Taking the Lead: How Special Olympics New York Athletes Learned Leadership Skills from West Point Cadets
Several of our Regional Athlete Leadership Council Members recently learned leadership skills from West Point cadets. Learn more in this article!
Celebrating Women’s History Month 2023
March is Women's History Month, so there's no better time to spotlight some of the most dedicated women in our community.
New York City Public Schools Partners With Special Olympics NY to Expand Access to Sports for Students With Disabilties
Today Mayor Eric Adams, Schools Chancellor David C. Banks, and Special Olympics NY President & CEO Stacey Hengsterman announced an expanded partnership.
Local Special Olympics New York Athlete & Coach Earn National Honors
Special Olympics New York today announced that a local coach and athlete have each earned national honors from Special Olympics North America.
Maddie Csont Interviews Tommy Mooney
Special Olympics New York athlete Maddie Csont interviews fellow athlete Tommy Mooney in this article.
Two Days of Unified Bowling Finals Set to Begin in Capital District Region
Starting tomorrow, athletes and Unified partners from high schools throughout the Capital District Region will hit the lanes to compete in this season’s Unified Bowling finals.
Special Olympics New York and Applebee’s to Host “Law & Orders” Fundraisers Throughout New York
On Thursday, March 9 from 5 - 9pm, Special Olympics New York athletes and volunteers will visit 37 Applebee’s locations to raise funds and awareness for the organization.