| Building Sports and Inclusion Through Special Olympics Young Athletes Program |
September 22nd, 2026 |
The partnership between Special Olympics New York, ACDS and Jackie Boy’s Crew Foundation is a reminder of what can happen when a personal passion becomes a shared purpose. |
| Glens Falls to Host 2026 Special Olympics New York State Fall Games October 16 & 17 |
September 21st, 2026 |
Special Olympics New York and the Glens Falls community today announced that the 2026 State Fall Games will be held in and around the city October 16 and 17. |
| A Generous Start to Hudson Valley Fall Softball Season |
September 20th, 2026 |
After a high school senior donated funds, the Dutchess Hurricanes competed against North East Westchester in two games played before large and enthusiastic crowds. |
| Halfway to St. Pat’s fundraiser supports Special Olympics New York all the way |
September 16th, 2026 |
Mahoney’s Irish Pub in Poughkeepsie will celebrate the halfway mark to St. Patricks' Day with a rousing fundraiser for Special Olympics New York on Saturday, September 19. |
| Meet Ron Ward – An Athlete Profile |
September 16th, 2026 |
Ron Ward has been a part of Special Olympics since he was 8 years old. Now, he's continuing his journey with his sights set on the next USA Games! |
| New York State Celebrates 14 National Banner Unified Champions Schools |
September 14th, 2026 |
We've got 14 new National Banner Schools to congratulate! Meet them all in today's announcement. |
| From Volunteer Coach to the World Cup: Celebrating Inclusive Coaching |
September 11th, 2026 |
Brian’s experience is a reminder that volunteering can lead to unexpected opportunities, meaningful relationships and a community that makes a lasting impact. |
| Making His Pitch for Special Olympics New York |
September 10th, 2026 |
Santino Alcaras threw out the first pitch recently as he chases his goals of running the New York City Marathon and supporting the mission of Special Olympics New York. |
| Meet Coach Michael Perhenic |
September 2nd, 2026 |
For Michael Perhenic, becoming involved with Special Olympics New York started with a simple search online and eventually became a commitment he says will stay with him for the rest of his life. |
| Retirement for Kathi Nolan means more time to coach Hudson Valley athletes |
September 1st, 2026 |
Over the years Coach Kathi Nolan has won Hudson Valley Coach of the Year and Lifetime Achievement awards, and she has coached practically every sport that Special Olympics New York offers. She’s looking forward to continuing that kind of dedication to the athletes across the Hudson Valley Region. |
| Opportunity for a new tennis coach to make impact in Westchester |
August 27th, 2026 |
On a recent evening, Coach Elyse Hintzen was joined by athletes who showed a range of tennis skills. Hintzen is proud of the progress the players have made but said the program could use an additional coach. |
| Conrad Chiang’s Health Story |
August 25th, 2026 |
Conrad Chiang shares his yips and tricks for maintaining a healthy lifestyle as a Special Olympics NY athlete in this article. |
| Meet Amber Mott: Making an Impact Behind the Scenes |
August 25th, 2026 |
In 2009, Amber Mott began volunteering with Special Olympics NY. What started as a simple opportunity became something much more meaningful. |
| Emma Cahill Turns Her Health Journey Into a Voice for Others |
August 24th, 2026 |
Emma Cahill is using her experience living with Type 1 diabetes to help other Special Olympics athletes manage their health without giving up the sports they love. |
| Volo Sports, Special Olympics New York Launch Unified Basketball League in Brooklyn |
August 17th, 2026 |
Special Olympics NY and Volo Sports announced the launch of a first-of-its-kind Unified Basketball League that will start play in fall 2026. |
| Real Estate and Construction Gala to Honor Heavy Lifters |
August 17th, 2026 |
Sarah Wrench (above) and Alexandra Liz will be honored at the 2026 NYC Real Estate & Construction Gala on September 15, while record-breaking powerlifter Barrett An will be the featured athlete speaker. |
| Meet Sydney Bailey, the Genesee Region’s New Associate Director of Development |
August 14th, 2026 |
Sydney joined Special Olympics New York in July, bringing a background in sports management, event operations, and a passion for building meaningful connections through sport. |
| Staten Island Celebrates New Bocce Season |
August 12th, 2026 |
More than 60 Special Olympics New York athletes gathered with parents, coaches and officials to celebrate the start of a new bocce league season. |
| Chancellor King and Special Olympics New York Announce Partnership to Launch Paid Internships for SUNY Students |
August 11th, 2026 |
SUNY Chancellor John B. King Jr. and Special Olympics NY today announced a new partnership to help SUNY students secure paid internships to assist with projects hosted by Special Olympics New York throughout the state. |
| NYC Middle Schools See Tremendous Growth |
August 10th, 2026 |
Special Olympics New York is working to make a positive difference in the lives of middle schoolers by collaborating with District 75 schools throughout New York City to give teens opportunities for engagement, inclusion and competition. |
| Downstate Athlete Leadership Council Members Become Storytellers |
August 7th, 2026 |
Last month, members of the Downstate Athlete Leadership Council (ALC) took their communication skills to a new level as they learned to interview their fellow athletes. |
| Staff Spotlight: Dylan Drexler |
July 31st, 2026 |
As the Associate Director of Program for the Central Region at Special Olympics New York, Dylan Drexler is dedicated to creating more opportunities for athletes across Central New York. |
| How Colleen Belanger Changes the Game for Her Athletes |
July 31st, 2026 |
Meet Colleen Belanger, Saratoga Springs High School Physical Education teacher and Unified coach, in this article! |
| Athlete Spotlight: Elaine Lindsey |
July 27th, 2026 |
For more than 20 years, Elaine Lindsey has been a dedicated Special Olympics athlete, embracing every opportunity to compete, grow, and inspire others. |
| Northport High School Unified Sports Inducted into District’s Hall of Fame |
July 23rd, 2026 |
On May 21, 2026, Northport High School's Unified Sports program was inducted into the Northport-East Northport Athletic Hall of Fame during halftime of the team's final Unified Basketball game of the season. |