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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.
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS
The Knights of Columbus has been a proud supporter of Special Olympics since the 1970’s. Thanks to their ongoing, annual support, our athletes have thrived.
Donations received from the Knights of Columbus have benefited our athletes by outfitting them with new uniforms, in addition to paying for bussing, overnight trips and meals. The Knights also volunteer at our events and travel to the State Games in Ames to show their support. We appreciate everything they do for our program and our athletes!
SKILL-LEVEL SPORTS
Special Olympics is a competitive sports program adaptive to each individuals needs or ability level. “Skills” sports are often available to new participants or athletes who want to get to the next level of teams sports.
Athletes are placed in divisions based on age, ability level, and in some cases gender. By doing this, not one person is dominating a sport and competition is on an equal playing field. This ultimately creates a competitive environment and enhances the sports experience for athletes.
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.
January 13-15: Winter Games for Alpine Skiing, Nordic Skiing & Snowshoeing, Sundown Mountain Resort – Dubuque
January 25: Team District Basketball and Skills Basketball Tournament, North Scott Jr. High School – Eldridge
March 15: Spring Classic for Basketball and Power-Lifting, Field House – Iowa City
March 29: State Swimming, YMCA – Marshalltown
April 12: District Track & Field, North Scott Jr. High/ High School – Eldridge
May 22-24: State Summer Games for Track & Field, Bocce and Soccer Skills, ISU Campus – Ames
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.
