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Indiana Athlete, Volunteer Named to Special Olympics USA Team
Special Olympics Indiana is proud to announce that athlete Liam Price and volunteer George Srour will represent the Hoosier State as part of the USA’s 201-member delegation at the Special Olympics World Games Berlin 2023 this summer.
Special Olympics Indiana Hosting 42nd Annual Winter Games
More than 100 Special Olympics athletes from Indiana and Ohio will come together for three days of wintertime fun and competition during the 2023 Winter Games, Jan. 8-10 at Perfect North Slopes.
Erskine Ambassadors Set Positive Example
Indiana icon and MLB great Carl Erskine has made a positive impact on the lives of countless Special Olympics athletes, so who better than the athletes to serve as spokespersons for the new documentary?
Michael Vanarsdall Named Athlete of the Year
Michael Vanarsdall’s love of sports and Special Olympics exemplifies the spirit of skill, courage, sharing, and joy. He is the 2022 Spirit of Special Olympics Indiana Athlete of the Year.
Jan Wilson Named Volunteer of the Year
After serving Special Olympics Indiana for 47 years as a coach, volunteer and more, the late Jan Wilson from Steuben County was named the 2022 Spirit of Special Olympics Indiana Volunteer of the Year.
Scott Mingle’s Message to Special Olympics Indiana Family
Following 18 years of dedicated service to Special Olympics Indiana, Scott Mingle will be leaving his role as senior director of sports and competition. As he prepares for the next step in his career, Scott has a message to share with our community.
Brendan Bridges Named Officer of the Year
A tireless supporter of Special Olympics Indiana since 2015, Brendan Bridges from Decatur County is the 2022 Spirit of Special Olympics Indiana Law Enforcement Torch Run Officer of the Year.
Novotney Family Named Family of the Year
A family that truly embodies the Spirit of Special Olympics, the Novotneys from Madison County have been named the 2022 Family of the Year.
Faith Mayer Named 2022 Coach of the Year
From the time she was in middle school, Faith Mayer has been volunteering and coaching in Vanderburg County. She is the 2022 Spirit of Special Olympics Indiana Coach of the Year.
Join In the Fun of Fall Into Fitness Challenge 2022
Get ready to be sweaty — Special Olympics Indiana’s four-week Fall Into Fitness Challenge 2022 is coming up Oct. 30-Nov. 26.