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Our Mission The mission of Special Olympics Rhode Island is to provide year-round sports training and competition in a variety of Olympic-type sports for children and adults with intellectual disabilities, giving them continuing opportunities to develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage, experience joy, and participate in a sharing of gifts, skills and friendship with their families, other Special Olympics athletes and the community. All training and competition opportunities are provided free of charge to the athletes and their families, enabling everyone to experience the benefits of Special Olympics that extend well beyond the playing field. Special Olympics was created by the Joseph P. Kennedy, Jr. Foundation. Special Olympics Rhode Island is authorized and accredited by Special Olympics, Inc. for the benefit of persons with intellectual disabilities.

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Help Team RI Track & Field Get To The USA Games!

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Whether it’s a race, a jump, or a throw, Team RI Athletics team is prepared to perform! Led by Coach Sue, the team is made up of 4 athletes: Cole from Coventry, Christina from Warwick, Deavon from Chepatchet, and Sarah from Woonsocket. Out of the 2,000 athletes in Rhode Island that compete in Track & Field, this group stands out as the elite and are heading to Orlando to challenge the best athletes in the country. Please consider contributing to these stellar athletes who look to set the pace and standard for all of Track & Field!! GOOD LUCK TEAM RHODE ISLAND ATHLETICS!!!

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Help Team RI Bocce Get To The USA Games!

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If you are looking for top-notch lawn game competition, look no further than the members of our Unified Bocce team! Led by Coach Greg, the team is made up of 2 unified pairs: Todd and Darlene from North Kingstown team and Heather and Frank the Bristol County Baysiders. Following a successful performance at the recent Fall Festival, this crew is preparing to show off their stuff in Orlando when they compete in Traditional Singles, Unified Doubles, and Unified Team format. Please consider contributing to these awesome competitors as they prepare to dominate the courts!!GOOD LUCK TEAM RHODE IS...

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Help Team RI Basketball Get To The USA Games!

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From the opening tip to the final buzzer, you won’t find a team that can out-hustle the Team RI Traditional Basketball team! Led by Head Coach Rick along with Assistant Coach Mike and Athlete Coach Ryan, the basketball team is made up of 10 athletes: Alex, Brady, Cole, Davonny, Destinee, Deven, Mike C., Mike G., Jamar, and Thomas. Selected from the Rhody Rangers local delegation, this group has competed in traditional basketball for years and is now ready for the spotlight in Orlando where the NBA bubble was made famous. Please consider contributing to this incredible team that will no doub...

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2022 Truck Convoy

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NEW LOCATION FOR 2022!IGT Parking Lot55 Technology WayWest Greenwich, RI(Exit 6A from 95S)FAMILY FRIENDLY ACTIVITIES!DJ, VENDOR AREA, RAFFLES & MUCH MORE!EVENT SCHEDULE5/22/20227:30-8:30am Registration & Breakfast8:45am Welcome & Opening Ceremonies Safety Meeting 9:00am Truck Convoy BeginsReturn to IGT Parking Lot for lunch and participant recognitionSPONSORS: Please submit logos by May 18th to tracy@specialolympicsri.org.Thank you for your support!

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2022 Golf Skills Tournament

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The Annual Special Olympics RI Golf Skills Tournament at Button Hole Golf Course in Providence will take place on Saturday, August 20, 2022. After six weeks of training, beginner level athletes of all ages will compete at several skills stations to demonstrate what they have learned on the putting greens and driving ranges. All will be placed in divisions by ability level and will be awarded medals at the end of the competition.Volunteers are needed to coordinate the skills stations and do the scoring, escort the athletes to each station, cheer them on and celebrate their accomplishments.V...

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2022 Unified Softball Tournament

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The Annual Special Olympics RI Unified Softball Tournament will take place at Whipple Field in Smithfield on Saturday, August 13, 2022. Six Special Olympics RI unified teams from throughout the state will be playing two games each. All of the teams will be placed in divisions according to their ability level and will be awarded medals at the end of the day.Volunteers are needed to be announcers and score keepers at each field and to help groom the infields between games.Volunteer Hours: 8:30am-3pm• Some softball/baseball knowledge is helpful, especially for score keeping. • Volunteers mus...

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2022 Softball Skills Tournament

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The Special Olympics RI Softball Skills Tournament at Whipple Field in Smithfield will take place on Saturday, August 13, 2022. After eight weeks of training, beginner level athletes of all ages will compete at several stations to demonstrate their skills in hitting, throwing, fielding and base running. All will be placed in divisions by ability level and will be awarded medals at the end of the competition.Volunteers are needed to set up and coordinate the skills stations, do the scoring, and cheer on the athletes.Volunteer Hours: 9am-2pm• Knowledge of softball/baseball is helpful but n...

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2022 Unified Softball Tournament Hank Soar

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The Annual Special Olympics RI Unified Softball Tournament will take place at the Hank Soar Athletic Complex in Pawtucket on Saturday, August 13, 2022. Special Olympics RI unified teams from throughout the state will be playing two games each. All of the teams will be placed in divisions according to their ability level and will be awarded medals at the end of the day.Volunteers are needed to be announcers and score keepers at each field and to help groom the infields between games.Volunteer Hours: 7:30am-3pm• Some softball/baseball knowledge is helpful, especially for score keeping. • Lu...

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