SOMO News
SOMO Sum ups Jan. 25th – Jan. 31st
KC Metro Area – Please mark your calendars for our next Community Impact Night Feb. 9th from 5:00pm-9:00pm. We are excited to share that the funds raised will support the following clubs:
- Walking Club
- Community Impact Club
- Craft Club
- Cardio Drumming Club
- Boulder Club
Thank you to everyone for your continued support and teamwork – it truly makes a difference for our Clubs. More details are coming soon. We hope to see you there! If you would like to volunteer, please reach out to John Eckart at eckart@somo.org
LET’S PLAY, KC!
We’re excited to host a SOMO SOKS Soccer Clinic, powered by Sporting Brookside!
February 25
6:00–7:15 PM
Ryogoku Soccer Academy
7331 Oakwood Dr., Kansas City, MO 64138
This clinic is all about skill-building, confidence, teamwork, and FUN—with amazing support from the Sporting Brookside crew. Whether you’re new to the game or ready to level up, this night is for YOU!
- Scan the QR code ON THE FLYER to register. Or click here: Let’s hit the field, work hard, and have a blast together!
Central Area – Last week, we hosted our first UCS basketball tournament of the year! Camdenton, Tipton, California, and Jefferson City Schools all sent teams out to compete both in team skills and 3×3 basketball. It was a great start to our basketball season!
St. Louis Metro Area – Last week we kicked off our Area Leadership Council meetings and are still looking for interested Police Officers, Teachers, Doctors, anyone that is engaged with SOMO and interested in providing feedback. If you are interested, contact Jocelyn Diehl at diehl@somo.org
Southwest Area – SUPER BOWL SQUARES FOR A GREAT CAUSE!
Want to make the Super Bowl even more exciting? Grab a $25 Super Bowl Square and support a local Southwest Area Special Olympics Missouri Athlete on their way to the 2026 USA Games in Minneapolis, Minnesota this June!
How it works:
$25 per square
50% of every square goes directly toward our athlete’s fundraising goal
The other 50% is paid out as cash prizes
Winners are determined by the score at the end of each quarter
Why it matters:
Your participation helps cover travel, lodging, uniforms, and competition expenses—giving our athlete the chance to proudly represent our community on a national stage.
Squares are limited & go fast!
Comment below, send us a message, or contact Haley Blevins at 636-575-3570 or blevins@somo.org to claim your square(s).
Additional details in the flyer below.
Let’s fill the board, cheer on the game, and help make this USA Games journey possible!
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Southeast Area – Coming up: Our MO Magic Volleyball Team will be having a Cornhole Tournament Sunday, February 22nd to help raise money to get us to the Special Olympics USA Games this summer!
If you or anyone you know are interested in a Sponsorship or donating a raffle basket please reach out!!
Anyone interested in throwing some bags scan the QR code and get registered early…
We hope to see you there
North Area – Become a Health Messenger with Special Olympics Missouri!
Health Messengers are athletes who lead, educate, and advocate for inclusive health in their communities.
Every Saturday in February
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Virtual sessions
Open to all SOMO athletes statewide
Scan the QR code to register
Registration closes February 4
Step up, use your voice, and make an impact!
