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

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.

Special Olympics New York State Winter Games Returns to Syracuse Feb. 24 & 25
Our State Winter Games return to Syracuse on Feb. 24 & 25.

New York Competitors Selected for 2023 Special Olympics World Games in Berlin, Germany
Nineteen New York athletes, unified partners, and coaches have earned the opportunity of a lifetime with Special Olympics USA.

Expanding the Reach of Young Athletes with the YMCA
We've partnered with YMCAs in our Western Region to bring Young Athletes to a wider audience. Learn more in this article!

Special Olympics New York Expands Web Accessibility for People with Disabilities
Special Olympics New York today announced that its website, specialolympicsNY.org, is more accessible as the result of a new partnership with accessiBe, a market leader in web accessibility.

Our Top 10 Moments of 2022
What a year it was for Special Olympics New York! See the highlights in this article.