Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ Cameron Brate surprises one of our athletes.
Kicking off the Torch Icon Campaign at Publix
Athlete Caleb Prewitt and his mom
Karen helped spread the word.
An Extraordinary Year
A year-end message from Special Olympics Florida President and CEO Sherry Wheelock.
2020 Annual Leadership Awards
Celebrating those who inspire us and embody the spirit of Special Olympics.
NFL Shows Their Support for Special Olympics
The NFL celebrated its fourth annual "My Cause, My Cleats" campaign
during Week 14 of the NFL season.
The Sports Illustrated Awards
The accolades
keep piling up for Special Olympics Florida triathlete Chris Nikic.
Meet This Year's Hall of Fame Inductees
Three champions who have dedicated themselves to
building a world of inclusion and acceptance.
Challenge Daytona
Members of Special Olympics Florida
triathlon team tackled the sprint triathlon.
Cyclist Completes Virtual Trip Across America!
Billy Klingensmith has cycled an astonishing 3,521 miles as part of the Amerithon Challenge.
Theme Announced for Spread the Word Campaign
At the very root of inclusion is the crucial need for connection.
Florida Triathlon Team
First athletes announced to represent Team Florida at the 2022 Special Olympics USA Games.
Local Hero Award Recipient
Chris Nikic is honored
for his tireless work to create a more accepting and inclusive world for
people with intellectual disabilities.
Chris Nikic Shatters Stereotypes
He makes history as the first Special
Olympics athlete and person with Down syndrome to be an IRONMAN.
Broward County Sheriff's Office and Duffy’s Sports Grill Deliver Lunch
A team effort in supporting athletes in
Broward County.
Tajha Talks Teamwork
Unified Talks bring the #UnifiedGeneration together in this virtual world!
Partnership Will Recognize Athlete and Unified Partner
Collier County Flag Football is now
eligible to be honored by the National Football Foundation.
Chris Nikic Wants to Be the First Ironman Finisher With Down Syndrome
The 21-year-old is shattering expectations while chasing his goal.
Announcing our Family Action Network
A new initiative to connect families and athletes across the state.
An Advocate For Others
Krystal has become a vocal advocate for others with disabilities.
Older Athletes Are Cautious
Some Special Olympic athletes are taking extra
precautions with COVID-19, because they fall into a category which makes
them or their family more vulnerable to the infection.
Looking Forward To Sports
Although Samantha Johnson loves participating in Special
Olympics, she has not let the shutdown get her down.
Cycling 3,521 miles
Cycling is Billy Klingensmith's passion. The
54-year-old only picked up the
sport about eight years ago.
Eager to get back to normal
A story of siblings, Joseph and Ashley Berry, who are ready to return to activities.
Thank You Publix
We are so proud of the Publix associates who
are also part of our Special Olympics Florida family.
COVID-19 Update
The health and safety of our athletes will always be our top priority.
Keeping busy during their downtime
Meet two athletes who are making the most of their time as they wait to get back on the playing field.
Special Olympics athletes honor organization's founder
Eunice Kennedy Shriver would have turned 99 this month.
We Stand for Inclusion
A statement from Special Olympics Florida athlete and U.S. Youth Ambassador, Tajha Ilerant.
Chris Nikic trains to be first person with Down syndrome to complete Ironman
The feeling of him completing an Ironman, it
means more than the finish line. He’s showing he can do anything
he sets his mind to.
Lake Worth couple put the ‘special’ in Special Olympics
The Howards joined the Special Olympics Florida team in 2008 and have
taken pleasure in working with athletes in softball, surfing, bowling,
basketball, track and field, and open water swim teams.
