Team Florida Goes for the Gold
More than 500 athletes and Unified partners will be competing in 19 sports at the 2022 Special Olympics USA Games in June. Join us in supporting these outstanding participants, their coaches, and volunteers!
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Making a difference in Florida
It takes all of us to create a world of inclusion — athletes, volunteers, families, sponsors, coaches, the general public — who are willing to open our minds and hearts and provide new opportunities for people with intellectual disabilities.
Participation
83,383
Volunteers
38,721
Athletes
58,466
Competitions
515
Number of lives changed? Every one of them!
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Together We Celebrate!
Over the last 50 years, we have improved the lives of people with intellectual disabilities and created communities of inclusion and acceptance. Throughout 2022, we will celebrate the people who have made the mission of Special Olympics possible in Florida.
Join the Inclusion Revolution
It's a celebration that culminates with a series of race events across Florida via running, swimming, cycling, or paddling. The time is now to help us build a world of inclusion and acceptance.
Need assistance in receiving a sports physical?
If you are in the Central Florida area, we invite you to request an appointment through our Central Florida Health Home partner, Orlando Health.
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News, updates and stories!
Ready? OK!
WESH 2 in Orlando recently featured Lindsay Ximanies as she prepares to compete in the upcoming Special Olympics USA Games with her cheer team.
Johnny Robinson Competes Overseas
Pinellas County athlete was one of only five competitors from the United States to compete in the Special Olympics Malta Invitational Games.
2022 State Summer Games
More than 1,400 athletes and 375 Unified partners from across the state competed in athletics, bocce, cheerleading, cycling, soccer, softball throw, and volleyball.
2022 Inter Miami CF Special Olympics Unified Team
A huge thanks to MLS franchise Inter Miami CF for once again showing its commitment to the athletes of Special Olympics Florida.
Go Gators!
Once again, the Special Olympics College Club at the University of Florida has been named National Champion of the Special Olympics Virtual College Rivalry Championship, presented by ESPN.
4th Annual Sunshine Bowl
Dozens of flag football teams from across the state came together at Raymond James Stadium to compete in this annual event to raise money for Special Olympics Florida.