• About

    Find Your Local Program

    Special Olympics Indiana energizes athletes by organizing 10 dynamic Areas, each led by dedicated volunteers to support County Programs and host exciting regional competitions. Athletes thrive in vibrant community events, competing in various meets to earn their place in state-level championships.
    Find Your Community

    Our Initiatives

    Engage with athletes and volunteers across Indiana through our different Initiatives.

    About us

    Special Olympics Indiana engages and energizes athletes and volunteers throughout Indiana.

  • Competitions

    Next up, State Bowling!

    Bowling has grown into one of the most popular sports offered in our program. The State Bowling Tournament, held annually in late fall, brings together hundreds of athletes and Unified partners from across the state for two days of fun and competition in Indianapolis.
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    State Competitions & Beyond

    Special Olympics Indiana hosts a variety of state-level competitions year round and participates in a different national or global competition each year.

  • Athletes

    Become An Athlete

    Join Special Olympics Indiana, where 19,000 athletes with intellectual disabilities compete year-round in over 20 sports, enhancing fitness, showcasing courage, and sharing joy. Our Unified Sports® program fosters teamwork and inclusion by uniting athletes with and without disabilities. Be a part of something extraordinary!
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  • Volunteer

    Explore Volunteer Opportunities

    Whether you volunteer year-round, seasonally, or for just one event, you'll create unforgettable moments and make a significant impact. Support over 19,000 athletes to encourage their growth and foster meaningful connections.
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  • Ways to Give

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About Area

Special Olympics Indiana is divided into 10 geographic regions – known as Areas – within the Hoosier state. These Areas, led by teams of volunteers, offer Area-level competition and support for County Programs located within their regional boundaries.

All 10 Areas offer a bowling tournament in the fall and a Track & Field meet in the spring. Special Olympics Indiana athletes must compete at the Area level in order to advance to state-level competition.

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Area 4 Info

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Ken Melvin

AREA DIRECTOR

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Terri Kriston

AREA COMPETITION DIRECTOR

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Melony Salla

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Melony

Salla

Starting as a shy, quiet, unsure seventh-grader when she joined Special Olympics Indiana, Melony has grown from athlete to leader to spokesperson to board member. Now, she leads the Benton County program as County Coordinator. Melony credits Special Olympics as a life-changing catalyst that has opened doors she never knew existed for her, providing opportunities to find her true potential.

Landon Johnson

Spotlights

Landon

Johnson

Landon has a lot to tell the world. You can see it in his eyes, gestures and expressions when he gets enthusiastic. Though he is mostly non-verbal, Landon can’t hide his excitement in being part of Benton County’s teams. He enjoys sharing those moments with his friends and teammates, including those he meets at Summer Games each year.

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Inspiring Individuals

Our athletes, coaches, and volunteers are as diverse and powerful as our programs. Get a glimpse of the excitement and range of activities you can experience year-round.

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Basketball Athletes with Medals
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