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Special Olympics In Muscatine
Special Olympics provides activities for people with Intellectual Disabilities, so they may make connections with people in their community. Special Olympics is an International program of year-round sports and athletic competitions for children and adults with intellectual disabilities. There are approximately 130 individuals involved in the Muscatine County Special Olympics program. Special Olympics athletes are men, women, boys and girls. They are like other athletes. They train and compete. They learn to win and to lose. They strive to do their best. They inspire us.
SPORTS HIGHLIGHT: PICKLEBALL
Special Olympic athletes are enjoying their 2nd year of Pickleball! The program continues to grow and participant numbers have doubled since last year. Athletes practice two times each week and are learning new skills.
They will compete with athletes from across the state at the Fall Classic in September. They compete in Pickleball Skills, Doubles, and Unified Doubles.
SPORTS HIGHLIGHT: FLAG FOOTBALL
Flag Football practice started in August and there is a large turnout of athletes participating this year.
Athletes can participate in team-play or Flag Football Skills which includes throwing, catching and running stations. Athletes are excited to compete at the Fall Classic in West Des Moines in September.
EVENT DATES – Event dates and times are subject to change due to weather or program conflicts. To get up to date information, contact the YMCA at 563-263-9996.
August 16: Cop on Top Fundraiser, Dunkin Donuts, Muscatine, 5am – 12pm
September 11: Unified Golf Tournament 9am, Muscatine Municipal Golf Course
September 26-28: Fall Classic for Flag Football and Pickleball, West Des Moines
October: District Bowling, details TBA
November: 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 Tracy Rininger for forms or any additional information.
