• 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.
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    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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Team Indiana

Head of Delegation (HOD)
Katie Hilt

Assistant Head of Delegation (AHOD)
Kevin Aders

Support Staff Roles

  • Equipment Manager
  • Family Coordinator
  • Training Coordinator
  • Medical Coordinator
  • Public Relations & Media Coordinator

Special Olympics USA Games

The 2026 Special Olympics USA Games will bring 4,000 athletes to Minneapolis on June 20-26 to compete in 16 team and individual sports. Hosted at some of the Midwest’s top athletic facilities including the University of Minnesota, the USA Games offer athletes, coaches and families a week of national competition while surrounded by all the Twin Cities have to offer. 

Alexander Kiefer of Team Indiana at the medal ceremony for Bowling during the 2022 Special Olympics USA Games. (Photo by Phil Ellsworth / ESPN Images)

Team Composition

Team Indiana includes female athletes, male athletes, Unified partners and coaches. In some sports, individuals compete in categories or levels. When nominating athletes and partners, county coordinators should be sure those competitors have the ability to compete in the events and/or distances listed for each sport. In Basketball, Golf and Flag Football, athletes and partners are limited to one event. In Bocce, Bowling, Cornhole, Soccer, Swimming and Track and Field, athletes are limited to three events. In Bocce and Bowling, athletes and partners are limited to three events. In Powerlifting, athletes and Unified partners are limited to four events.

Team Indiana Handbook

The 2026 Team Indiana Handbook contains more detailed information, including membership requirements, nomination and selection process details, training camp dates, and fundraising information. You can find a link to the handbook below.

Team Indiana 2026 USA Games Registration

Once selected, all Team Indiana members must complete several forms as part of the registration process for the 2022 Special Olympics USA Games.