SOMO News
SOMO Sum Ups: July 9-15
Here’s a look back at all of the amazing Special Olympics Missouri (SOMO) events from July 9-15, 2024!
Healthy Hustle: Wednesday, July 10 & Friday, July 12
This week marks the final Healthy Hustle session, but the spirit of wellness continues! We’re excited to announce that our walking club will keep meeting on Wednesday mornings for the foreseeable future. With a few new friends joining us next week, the energy and enthusiasm are higher than ever. Plus, we’re planning to reintroduce yoga and other activities starting in August. Join us as we keep moving and growing together! Click here for more information.
Special Olympics Night with the Jefferson City Renegades: Friday, July 12
The Jefferson City Renegades partnered with us for a Special Olympics Game last Friday! The evening was filled with excitement as SOMO athletes partook in some of the night’s most exciting moments. Our very own Patrick Baker had the honor of throwing out the first pitch, setting the tone for an unforgettable game. Additionally, Grace Davis was selected to brush off home plate, a special moment that added to the night’s events.
KC Metro/ North Area Softball: Saturday, July 13
Lots of softball fun and competition at the Heritage Park Softball Complex in Saint Joseph last weekend! This weekend we had an incredible KC/North Area Softball tournament! Big shoutout to the SOKS Stars Team for joining us and a heartfelt thank you to all the Coaches, Event Managers, and Volunteers who made it all possible.
SE/STLM Area Softball Tournament: Saturday, July 13
Shawnee Park Sports Complex in Cape Girardeau hosted a Southeast/St. Louis Metro Area Softball Tournament on Saturday! Great job to all the athletes who completed!
Start of Statewide Tip-A-Cop: Saturday, July 13- Monday, July 15
This week our Tip-A-Cops began! Stay tuned for more updates and pictures from these fundraisers.
- Gladstone PD Tip-A-Cop
- MSHP Troop D Tip-A-Cop
- Greene Co Sheriff’s Tip-A-Cop (Springfield)
- Springfield PD Tip-A-Cop
- Branson PD Tip-A-Cop
- Greene Co Sheriff’s Dept Tip-A-Cop (Republic)
We have more Tip-A-Cops to come! Don’t miss out on the Eureka PD / MSHP Troop C Tip-A-Cop on July 16 and the MSHP Troop I Tip-A-Cop on July 18.
Be sure to check out our SOMO calendar for all of our upcoming events! If you’d like to volunteer, visit our Volunteer Hub!