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Central Area

Area Contact Information

305 Special Olympics Drive
Jefferson City, MO 65101
Phone: 573-635-1660
Fax: 573-635-8233

Area Staff:
Tim Schuster, Program Director

Alex Jones, Development Director

Counties served:
Audrain, Benton, Boone, Callaway, Camden, Chariton, Cole, Cooper, Crawford, Gasconade, Henry, Howard, Johnson, Lafayette, Macon, Maries, Marion, Miller, Moniteau, Monroe, Montgomery, Morgan, Osage, Pettis, Phelps, Pulaski, Ralls, Randolph, and Saline

Area Sponsors

Columbia Missourian logo
RRCU Logo Full Color
Horseman Challange Logo
Quaker Windows & Doors Corporate Logo
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Thank you for Sponsoring an Athlete

 

Help a Central Area athlete today. Your donation helps cover the cost of equipment, facilities, and meals for a year, ensuring individuals with intellectual disabilities can experience the joy of sports through Special Olympics Missouri.

Boone Supported Living LLC

Alia Jones

Zach Robinson

Heather Soberano 

Seth Hall

Central Area events

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Central Area- Lexington Basketball Tournament

January 30 @ 9:00 am - 1:30 pm
2309 Aull Ln
Lexington, MO 64067 United States
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Central Area- Russellville Basketball Tournament

February 4 @ 9:00 am - 1:30 pm
13600 Rt. C
Russellville, MO 65074 United States
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Central Area Basketball

February 7 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
1690 W Ashley Road
Boonville, MO 65233 United States

  Tournament will take place at Boonville High School, LSE Middle School, and David Barton Elementary. Coaches will receive locations for competition. Souvenirs will be available for purchase at the…

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2026 Lake of the Ozarks Polar Plunge & 5K Strut

February 28 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

This “unbearable” event is a unique opportunity to show your bravery as you support local Special Olympics Missouri athletes by walking, running or crawling into the frigid winter waters. In…

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Columbia Polar Plunge

March 14 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
2001 E Broadway
Columbia, MO 65201 United States

Join us Saturday March 14 at Stephen’s Lake in Columbia for our 19th Annual Polar Plunge! This “unbearable” event is a unique opportunity to show your bravery as you support local…

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State Basketball 2026

March 21 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
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Team Missouri Meeting/Training

March 27 - March 29
Purdy, 65734 United States

Details coming. Questions? Contact Susan Shaffer

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Team Missouri Meeting/Training

May 9
305 Special Olympics Dr.
Jefferson City, MO 65101 United States

Details Coming. Questions? Contact Shaffer

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State Summer Games

May 29 - May 31
Kirksville, Missouri

reach out to Craig Hall for information hall@somo.org

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2026 USA GAMES

June 20 - June 26

SOMO Sum Ups - weekly recaps & headlines

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SOMO Sum Ups: August 5-11

Here’s a look back at all of the amazing Special Olympics Missouri (SOMO) events that took place this week! KC Metro/ North Area Golf: Wednesday, August 6 On August 6, athletes…

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SOMO Sum Ups: July 22-August 5

Here’s a look back at all of the amazing Special Olympics Missouri (SOMO) events that took place this week! SOMO Walking Club-KC Metro: Mondays and Wednesdays Athletes and community members joined…

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SOMO Scoop: August

Stay informed and inspired with this month’s updates in the August SOMO Scoop Newsletter! Featured Sponsor We know planning for the future can be overwhelming, especially for families supporting a…

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SOMO Sum Ups: July 15-21

Here’s a look back at all of the amazing Special Olympics Missouri (SOMO) events that took place this week! Gary Brimer Sports Camp: July 17-20 The 2025 Gary Brimer Sports Camp…

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SOMO Sum Ups: July 1-15

Here’s a look back at all of the amazing Special Olympics Missouri (SOMO) events that took place this week! SE/STLM Area Softball Tournament: Saturday, July 12 The SE/STLM Area Softball Tournament…

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SOMO Scoop: July

Stay informed and inspired with this month’s updates in the July SOMO Scoop Newsletter! Featured Sponsor From the CEO “My dad always told me growing up, ‘Focus on what you…

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SOMO Sum Ups: June 24-30

Here’s a look back at all of the amazing Special Olympics Missouri (SOMO) events that took place this week! Team Missouri USA Games Selection Camp: June 22-27 The 2025 Team Missouri…

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SOMO Sum Ups: June 17-23

Here’s a look back at all of the amazing Special Olympics Missouri (SOMO) events that took place this week! LETR Let’s Get Physical: Saturday, June 21 The Missouri State Highway Patrol…

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SOMO’s Fifth Annual Evening with Andy Reid Scores Big!

Our fifth annual Evening with Andy Reid was a tremendous success! More than 300 Special Olympics Missouri (SOMO) supporters gathered at Arrowhead Stadium on June 4 to celebrate our mission…

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SOMO Sum Ups: June 10-16

Here’s a look back at all of the amazing Special Olympics Missouri (SOMO) events that took place this week! Central Area Pickleball Tournament: Saturday, June 14 Thank you to everyone who…