Southwest Area

Area Contact Information

3524 S National Ave.
Springfield, MO 65807

Office Number: 417-306-9963

Area Staff:
Haley Blevins, Development Director
Jesse Williams, Program Director

Counties served:
Barry, Barton, Cedar, Christian, Dade, Dallas, Douglas, Greene, Hickory, Howell, Jasper, Laclede, Lawrence, McDonald, Newton, Ozark, Polk, St. Clair, Stone, Taney, Texas, Vernon, Webster and Wright

Southwest Area sponsors

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Southwest Area events

Softball

Southwest & Central Area Softball Tournament

July 12 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
100 S Jefferson
St. James, MO 65559 United States
2025 NOC Save The Date

2nd Annual Night of Champions Gala

July 18 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
521 E Saint Louis St
Springfield, MO 65806 United States

Join us for the 2nd Annual Night of Champions Gala Hosted by Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics Missouri  This elegant evening will include dinner with local Special Olympics…

2025 Sports Experience

Southwest Area Sports Experience

July 24 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
209 Airport Blvd
Springfield, MO 65802 United States

Calling all Athletes that want to experience new sports! Join us July 24 & 25 for the Southwest Area Sports Experience at Allison Sports Town! FREE ADMISSION FOR ATHLETES Learn…

2025 Sports Experience

Southwest Area Sports Experience

July 25 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
209 Airport Blvd
Springfield, MO 65802 United States

Calling all Athletes that want to experience new sports! Join us July 24 & 25 for the Southwest Area Sports Experience at Allison Sports Town! FREE ADMISSION FOR ATHLETES Learn…

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Southwest Area Golf Tournament

July 28 @ 8:00 am - 2:00 pm
2000 Richard Webster Drive
Carthage, MO 64836 United States
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East Softball Regional

August 2 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
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Southwest Area Flag Football

August 2 @ 9:30 am - 3:30 pm
423 W Pine St
Houston, MO 65483 United States
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State Pickleball

August 9 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
4251 Phillips Farm Road
Columbia, MO 65201 United States
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Missouri State Fair Cover the Cruiser

August 9 @ 11:00 am - 6:00 pm
2503 W 16th St.
Sedalia, MO 65301

Join Special Olympics Missouri at the Missouri State Fair! We’ll provide the post-its and pens, you provide the positive thoughts and gratitude! Come show your support and cover law enforcement…

8th annual Super Hero Bocce Tournament

Southwest Area Bocce Ball

August 16 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
209 Airport Blvd
Springfield, MO 65802 United States

SOMO Sum Ups - weekly recaps & headlines

NEWSLETTER RESIZED

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’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: 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…

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Special Olympics Missouri to partner with 15 and the Mahomies to send athletes to 2026 USA Games

JEFFERSON CITY, MO – Special Olympics Missouri (SOMO) is proud to announce a collaboration with Kansas City Chiefs Quarterback Patrick Mahomes and his foundation,15 and the Mahomies, to help support…

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SOMO Sum Ups May 13-19

Here’s a look back at all of the amazing Special Olympics Missouri (SOMO) events that took place this week! Southwest Area Pickleball Clinic: Wednesday, May 14 The Southwest Area Pickleball Clinic…

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RELEASE: Missouri Law Enforcement Unites for 40th Annual Torch Run to Support Special Olympics

JEFFERSON CITY, MO — Law enforcement officers from across Missouri are set to participate in the 40th Annual Law Enforcement Torch Run® (LETR), a significant statewide initiative supporting Special Olympics…

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SOMO Sum Ups: May 6-12

Here’s a look back at all of the amazing Special Olympics Missouri (SOMO) events that took place this week! Beyond the Field An Evening with George Karlaftis: Thursday, May 8 Special…

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Missouri May Soon Recognize Special Olympics Unified Track and Field as Emerging High School Sport

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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SOMO Sum Ups: April 22-28

Here’s a look back at all of the amazing Special Olympics Missouri (SOMO) events that took place this week! Jefferson County Local Track Meet: Tuesday, April 22 The Jefferson County Local…

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SOMO Sum Ups: April 15-21

Here’s a look back at all of the amazing Special Olympics Missouri (SOMO) events that took place this week! KC Squad: Tuesday, April 15 The KC Squad hosted cheer and dance…