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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State Summer Games

Special Olympics New York athletes and coaches will visit Ithaca, June 20-22, to compete at the 2025 State Summer Games. Sports include Athletics (Track & Field), Basketball, Bowling, Powerlifting, Swimming, Tennis, and Volleyball.
Special Olympics New York athletes and coaches will visit Ithaca, June 20-22, to compete at the 2025 State Summer Games. Sports include Athletics (Track & Field), Basketball, Bowling, Powerlifting, Swimming, Tennis, and Volleyball.
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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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A Vibrant Community

Leadership skills and healthy living benefit athletes long after any game, so lessons of inclusivity and wellness radiate across the state.

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Curious about activities near you? Learn about sports, events and ways to get involved in each of our nine regions.