Posts by Kayla Hull
Missouri Delegation Advocates for Inclusion at Special Olympics Capitol Hill Day
This past week, the Missouri delegation traveled to Washington, D.C., for Special Olympics Capitol Hill Day, where we had the incredible opportunity to advocate for the athletes and programs that…
Read MoreAthletes’ Creativity Shines in My Cause My Cleats Collaboration with George Karlaftis
This year’s My Cause My Cleats initiative brought together creativity, advocacy, and a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for Special Olympics athletes. Partnering with Kansas City Chiefs player George Karlaftis, the program allowed…
Read MoreCelebrating Dedication: 2024 John Michael Letz Award Winner
On December 6, 2024, the Special Olympics Missouri (SOMO) community gathered at the Training for Life Campus to celebrate a year of incredible achievements, capped off by the presentation of…
Read MoreCelebrating Excellence: Special Olympics Missouri’s 2024 Hall of Fame Induction and Awards Banquet
JEFFERSON CITY – The Special Olympics Missouri (SOMO) community came together on Saturday, November 23, 2024, to celebrate its 2024 Hall of Fame Class and honor the outstanding achievements of…
Read More1st Annual Tailgates and Touchdowns: A Unified Victory
Rain may have changed our plans, but it didn’t dampen the spirit of the 1st Annual Tailgates and Touchdowns event! Originally planned as an outdoor event, we adapted to the…
Read MoreShow Me MO Fashion Show 2024: A Community Coming Together
The inaugural Show Me MO Fashion Show, hosted by Special Olympics Missouri, was an evening filled with style, community spirit, and heartwarming moments. Partnering with the vibrant Kansas City community,…
Read More2024 STRIKERS FOR SOMO TOURNAMENT: A STRIKE FOR A GREAT CAUSE!
The 2024 STRIKERS FOR SOMO TOURNAMENT was a fantastic event filled with competition, camaraderie, and a community spirit that brought everyone together for a great cause! Hosted at the Strikers…
Read More2024 State Outdoor Games: A Celebration of Sport, Health, and Community
The 2024 State Outdoor Games were a remarkable success, offering not only exciting athletic competition but also an immersive health and wellness experience through our Healthy Athletes program. With approximately…
Read MoreCelebrating 10 Years of Inclusion and Fun: Superhero Bocce 2024 Recap
This year, we celebrated a decade of fun, competition, and community spirit at the Superhero Bocce Tournament! The event marked our 10th anniversary, and it was nothing short of spectacular.…
Read MoreEmpowering Student-Athletes: SOMO School Series Health and Fitness Initiatives
The Special Olympics Missouri (SOMO) School Series recently hosted an exciting lineup of health-focused activities aimed at promoting student-athlete well-being and physical fitness. These events were a mix of interactive…
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