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Special Olympics In Muscatine
Special Olympics provides sports and activities for youth and adults with Intellectual Disabilities. They are finding success, joy and friendship as part of our community. They are also having lots of fun!
SPORTS HIGHLIGHT: PICKLEBALL
Our Special Olympics Pickleball program is back for its third year and continues to grow! Athletes practice weekly, building new skills and mastering the game. They’re looking forward to competing against athletes from across the state at the Fall Classic in September.
SPORTS HIGHLIGHT: FLAG FOOTBALL
The energy is high for this year’s Flag Football season! With a great turnout of athletes, practices began in August. This year, participants can choose between team play or Flag Football Skills, which offers stations focused on throwing, catching, and running. Join us in cheering on our athletes as they prepare to compete at the Fall Classic in September!
September 10: Unified Golf Tournament, Muscatine Municipal Golf Course
September 25-26: Fall Classic for Flag Football and Pickleball
October 3: District Bowling, details TBA
November 22: State Bowling Tournament, details TBA
Special Olympics offers training and competition opportunities for every athlete, regardless of gender, age or ability. No matter what the ability level, there is a benefit from Special Olympics. No matter what the interest—there is a sport for you. Prior to participation in the program, a Special Olympic athlete must complete an application and release of information form. Please contact Emily Hernandez for forms or any additional information.
