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  • 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 Basketball!

    Basketball is one of the most popular sports offered in our program. The State Basketball Tournaments bring together men, women and youth from across Indiana for two weekends of competition.
    Explore the Competition

    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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    • GETTING STARTED

      Getting started is easy! The first step is to fill out the Athlete Interest Form. This will help us learn more about your interests.

      Fill out the Athlete Interest Form

    • SPORTS OFFERED

      Join us and compete year-round in over 20 sports, enhancing fitness, showcasing courage, and sharing joy. Be a part of something extraordinary!

      Check Out the Sports

    • NEW TO SPECIAL OLYMPICS

      Whether you're a beginner or not, we welcome athletes of all abilities to join and be part of an empowering and inclusive community.

      Learn more

    • EXPLORE OUR COMPETITIONS

      From local tournaments to state championships, there are events for every level of ability. Each competition promotes sportsmanship, teamwork, and fun.

      SEE WHAT’S HAPPENING
  • 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.
    Become a Volunteer

    • why volunteer

      Volunteers are the heartbeat of Special Olympics Indiana! Make a meaningful impact and be part of something transformative.

      become a volunteer

    • become a coach

      Become a Special Olympics coach and drive athlete performance and well-being with exceptional training and support.

      become a coach

    • Event day volunteer

      Volunteering on event day is easy and impactful! Take on roles like referee, scorekeeper, announcer, or awards presenter to make a difference in just a few hours.

      volunteer

    • local volunteer opportunities

      Make a direct impact and foster a supportive environment by getting involved locally today!

      explore opportunities
  • Special Events

    • Polar Plunge

      Be Bold, Get Cold! Show your support and make a splash this winter.

      Polar Plunge

    • Plane Pull Challenge

      The Plane Pull features the ultimate tug-of-war competition! Teams raise funds for the opportunity to test their strength by pulling an aircraft as fast as possible.

      Plane Pull

    • Law Enforcement Torch Run

      Officers and athletes rally together to support The Summer Games and raise funds for Special Olympics Indiana.

      Law Enforcement Torch Run

    • Annual Golf Classic

      This annual tradition unites our loyal supporters for an exclusive outing at one of Indiana’s top public golf courses!

      Charity Golf Classic

    • Breakfast With Champions

      Inspiring events highlighting the stories and impact of athletes, coaches, and volunteers in SOI programs.

      Breakfast With Champions

    • State Conference

      Featuring the Spirit of Special Olympics Awards, the annual Indiana State Conference provides training for program leaders, volunteers, and families.

      State Conference
  • Ways to Give

    Featured Fundraiser

    Polar Plunge
    Registration is open for the 2026 Polar Plunge!
    Polar Plunge

    • donate now

      You can support Special Olympics in a variety of ways with a gift that makes an impact now.

      donate now

    • planned giving

      Consider including Special Olympics in your will or trust to create a lasting impact.

      Learn More

    • become a partner

      With events ranging from local to global in scale, there is opportunity for partners of every size to support Special Olympics.

      become a partner

    • Donate Your Car

      Your vehicle donation gives Special Olympics athletes the chance to develop physical fitness, compete in Olympic-like sports and experience the joy of sharing their skills with others.

      Donate Your Car
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2025-2026 Program Information Guide Handbook for Athlete Leaders Fall 2025 2021 Annual Report 2022 Annual Report 2023 Annual Report 2024 Annual Report 2024-25 Champions Together Unified Sports 2025 ALU Schedule 2025 Resources 2025 SOIN Calendar of Events 2025 Summer Games Coaches Meeting Videos 2025 Summer Games Information Handbook 2025 Summer Games logo 2025 Summer Games Theme 2025 Unified Bowling Program 2025 Winter Games Final Results 2025 Winter Games Preliminary Results 2025-26 Athlete Registration 2026 Basketball Directory 2026 Basketball Memo 2026 Basketball Rules 2026 Basketball Team Levels 2026 Polar Plunge Waiver 2026 USA Games Team Indiana Handbook 2026 Winter Games Entry Form PDF 2026 Winter Games Entry Form Spreadsheet 2026 Winter Games Handbook 2026 Winter Games Info 2026 Winter Games Rules 2026 Winter Games Schedule ALC/Boards and Committees Practicum Form Alpine Skiing Rules Applying for More Roles Quick Guide Area and County Logos Area and County Shields Area and State Bowling Resources Athlete Eligibility Athlete Leadership Council Overview Athlete Leadership Overview Athlete Leadership University Background Check Quick Guide Basic PowerPoint Practicum Form Basketball Entry Packet Basketball Game Records Form Basketball Lineup Cards Basketball Scoresheet Basketball Tournament Standards Bocce Entry Packet Tutorial Bocce Rules Bowling Average Tracking Bowling Entry Packet Tutorial Brand and Style Guidelines Branding and Marketing CHAMPS the new MATP Change of Leadership Application Claiming Profile Quick Guide Coach Chaperone Entry Packet Tutorial Coach Education Program Overview Coach Profile Quick Guide Code of Conduct Report Form Codes of Conduct College Club Starter Guide College Program Event Guide Cornhole Cornhole Qualifications Scoresheet Cornhole Rules Councils, Boards, & Committees Practicum Form County Bowling Tournament Ribbon Order Form County Bowling Tournament Scoresheet County Tournament Scoresheet – Singles- Ramp- Unified Creating a Portal Account Cycling Entry Packet Tutorial Cycling Rules Digital Media Practicum Form Director of Law Enforcement Torch Run Distance Run & Walk Distance Run and Walk Rules Divisioning Guidelines Dynamic Curve graphic files EKS Weekend Elementary School Playbook Equestrian Equestrian Rules Event Application Event Fees Transfer Event Management Practicum Form Event Planning Practicum Form Event Policies Example Calendar Fall Bowling Rules Fall Bowling Season and County Tournament Overview Fall Volleyball Rules Finance and Accounting Flag Football Flag Football Rules Fundraising Games Management System General Policies Global Messenger I Practicum Form Global Messenger II Practicum Form GMS Entry Tutorial Video Golf Golf Cart Best Practices Golf GMS Entry Tutorial Golf Rules Health Advocates Practicum Form Health Messenger Certificate Practicum Application High School Playbook Housing Policy In Kind Gift Receipt Inclusion Through Youth Activation Inclusion Tiles F.E.E.L.S. Inclusion Tiles Facilitator Guide Inclusion Tiles Student Guide Insurance Internet Communications Practicum Form Introduction to Athlete Leadership Practicum Form Introduction to Governance Practicum Form Introduction to Health & Fitness Practicum Form Introduction to Leadership Practicum Form Invite Participant Quick Guide Law Enforcement Torch Run Handbook Law Enforcement Torch Run Membership Form Leadership Capstone Practicum Form Lessons for Life Level 1: Coaching Unified Sports Level 2: Bullying, Hazing, and Inappropriate Behaviors Level 2: NFHS Sport-Specific Courses Level 2: Sports Nutrition Level 2: Sportsmanship Level 3: Concussion in Sports Level 3: Heat Illness Prevention Level 3: Principles of Coaching Lifestyle Survey Making a Bequest Manager of Unified Champion Schools Manager of Volunteer Services Managing My Participants – Admin Quick Guide Managing My Teams – Coach Zone Quick Guide Manual Step Tracker Medical Incident Form Mentor Fast Facts Middle School Playbook Mileage Reimbursement Form 2025 National Banner Standards – Elementary Schools National Banner Standards – High Schools and Middle Schools Organization & Fact Sheet Parent_Guardian – Registering your Athlete Powerlifting Entry Packet Tutorial Powerlifting Rules Presentation Design Practicum Form Principles of Coaching Practicum Form Program Information Guide – Summer Games pages Regional manager – Northeast Indiana Respect Code Snowboarding Rules Snowshoeing Rules Soccer Soccer Rules Softball Softball Rules SOIN Acronym List SONA x AMLE Schools to Watch Standards SOSO Award Criteria Special Olympics Indiana logos Spirit of Special Olympics Nomination Form Sports Pictograms State Bowling Coach – Delegation Entry Form Summer Bowling Rules Summer Games Entries Tutorial Summer Games Entry Packet Tutorial Summer Volleyball Rules Swimming Entry Packet Tutorial Swimming Rules Team Indiana Store The Carl and Betty Erskine Society Track and Field Entry Packet Tutorial Track and Field Rules Training Fundamentals Practicum Form Transgender Policy UCCS Overview UCS Impact Overview UCS Inclusive Youth Leadership Training UCS Reach Report UCS Research Infographic UCS Roadmap UCS Roadmap_ UCS Social Emotional Learning UCS Transitions Visual UFC 3.0 Program Guide Understanding Leadership Practicum Form Unified Champion Schools Unified Fitness Guide Unified Golf Tour Dates and Information Unified Golf Tour Entry Packet Unified Partner Profile Quick Guide Unified Physical Education Unified Rocket League Rules for Middle and High School Unified Sports Past High School Championships Unified Super Smash Bros. Rules for Middle and High School United Fitness Club Overview Vice President and Chief Development Officer VIDEO: Basketball Game Record and Player Evaluation VIDEO: Basketball GMS Entry Tutorial Skills for Class A VIDEO: Basketball Team Skills Competition VIDEO: GMS Tutorial for Team Entry VIDEO: How to Sign Up for Courses and Access Certificates Visual Arts I Practicum Form Visual Arts II Practicum Form Volleyball Volleyball Entry Packet Tutorial Volunteer and Event Registration Quick Guide Volunteer Policies What to Know – College