SOMO News
SOMO Sum Ups: May 20- June 9
Here’s a look back at all of the amazing Special Olympics Missouri (SOMO) events that took place this week!
Train for Life Fitness Programs
Our Train for Life fitness program continues to skyrocket! Weekly in-person Strength & Conditioning sessions are happening in Ballwin, Wentzville, Columbia, Jefferson City, and Republic — just email Maci Arnold at arnold@somo.org to sign up! Prefer virtual? Join our free online Tuesday Fitness (5:30–6:30 PM) and Thursday Education (6:30–7:30 PM) sessions via Zoom, or crush an at-home workout anytime with no equipment needed.
Springfield Torch Run: May 28
Officers from Springfield PD, MSHP Troop D, Greene County Sheriff’s Office, Branson PD, and Christian County Sheriff’s Office united for the Law Enforcement Torch Run, raising awareness for Special Olympics Missouri ahead of our State Summer Games!
2025 State Summer Games: May 30
The 2025 State Summer Games were a huge success! The games were held May 30–June 1 in Kirksville. Nearly 1,000 athletes, coaches, volunteers, and Unified partners came together on the campus of Truman State University for a weekend full of competition. All the photos are out now. Click here to view them on our Flickr!
KC Sports Experience: June 6-7
Our 3rd Annual KC Sports Experience was a huge success! We are so grateful to continue this event in collaboration with the Police Athletic League of Kansas City (PAL). This was a FREE 2-Day Sports Camp involving Soccer, Flag Football, Bocce, Volleyball, Pickleball, and Boxing Skills.
Be sure to check out our SOMO calendar for all of our upcoming events! If you’d like to volunteer, visit our Volunteer Hub!