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
Coach Spotlight: Lisa Bocchino Builds a Culture of Inclusion Through Unified Champion Schools
For over a decade, Coach Lisa Bocchino of New Hyde Park has been a driving force behind the growth of Unified Champion Schools on Long Island.
How RPI Delivers a Highlight of the Summer Sports Season, Again and Again
Student-run and always amazing. Find out what makes our annual RPI basketball competition so special in this story.
Leading and Learning: An ALC Opportunity in Michigan
For Billy Seide and Jill Warner, athlete leadership is an essential aspect of the Special Olympics movement. That’s why they were selected to attend the first‑ever Special Olympics North America Regional Athlete Congress earlier this March.
Emily Brushafer Leads With Family, Heart, and Community
Emily Brushafer is an all-star swimmer from our Genesee Region. Find out what makes her amazing in today's post!
Special Olympics New York Athletes Practice with NBA Star Ziaire Williams, Hosted by UnitedHealthcare
Ahead of the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games, UnitedHealthcare hosted a practice session between the New York Wildcats, a Special Olympics New York basketball team, and Brooklyn Nets forward, Ziaire Williams. The event will took place at the Brooklyn Basketball Center, where Williams met athletes and distributed jerseys ahead of a fun practice.
Market 32 and Price Chopper Raise Over $44,000 for Special Olympics
Market 32 and Price Chopper customers once again demonstrated that small contributions add up to meaningful impact, raising more than $44,000 for Special Olympics through a recent in-store fundraising campaign.
Send Team New York to Special Olympics USA Games During Jersey Mike’s “Month of Giving”
The 2026 Special Olympics USA Games is joining forces with Jersey Mike’s Subs locations throughout New York for the 16th Annual March “Month of Giving” campaign.
Athlete Spotlight: Aziza Speight-Armstrong
Aziza Speight-Armstrong is a powerlifter and athlete leader in our Southern Tier Region. Find out what makes her unstoppable in this post!
🏅 Mathew Christian McKone: A Champion on and off the Field
Mathew Christian McKone, 22, from Ballston Lake, New York, has been an active athlete with Special Olympics New York for the past five years.
Golisano Foundation Extends Grant to Special Olympics New York Into Second Year
Special Olympics NY is pleased to announce its continued partnership with the Golisano Foundation on Unified programs in New York State.
Public Schedule: Special Olympics NY State Winter Games Feb. 20–21
The 2026 Special Olympics New York State Winter Games will return to Rochester, Friday, Feb. 20 and Saturday, Feb. 21.
Special Olympics New York Heads to Capitol Hill to Champion Inclusion
More than 250 Special Olympics athletes, leaders, Unified partners, and family members from across the country are in Washington, DC this week for the annual Special Olympics Capitol Hill Day.