Athletes
JEFFERSON CITY, MO — In a major stride toward inclusive education and athletic equity, Special Olympics Unified Track and Field has been officially recommended as an emerging sport in Missouri…
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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…
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JEFFERSON CITY – Special Olympics Missouri (SOMO) is thrilled to announce that Springfield, MO, will host this year’s State Outdoor Games from October 17-19, 2025. With more than 1,000 athletes,…
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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…
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KANSAS CITY – Special Olympics Missouri (SOMO) is thrilled to announce that Kansas City Chiefs defensive end George Karlaftis has chosen SOMO as his cause for the NFL’s annual My…
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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…
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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…
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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,…
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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…
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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…
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