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
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.
Special Olympics New York and Jersey Mike’s Team Up for Second Consecutive Day of Giving on March 29th
Special Olympics New York is pleased to announce that 41 Jersey Mike’s Subs locations around the state will participate in the “Month of Giving” campaign for the second consecutive year.
Celebrating Black History Month with the Special Olympics New York Community
To celebrate Black History Month, we spotlighted four members of our community. Meet Marilyn, Ceylane, Andra, and Omar in this post!
Special Olympics New York State Winter Games Returns to Syracuse
Nearly 500 Special Olympics New York athletes and coaches —and their biggest fans—from throughout the state will be in Syracuse this weekend for the 2023 State Winter Games.
Special Olympics New York Announces 2023 Coach of the Year Nominees
Special Olympics New York is thrilled to announce the finalists for the 2023 Coach of the Year Award.