Sandy Pace of Manteo, NC, has been named the local program coordinator for Special Olympics Dare County effective immediately, according to SONC President/CEO Keith L. Fishburne. In this volunteer … [Read more...] about Special Olympics North Carolina names new coordinator for Dare County
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Special Olympics North Carolina names new coordinator for Pamlico County
Jessie Aldridge of New Bern, NC, has been named the local program coordinator for Special Olympics Pamlico County effective immediately, according to SONC President/CEO Keith L. Fishburne. In this … [Read more...] about Special Olympics North Carolina names new coordinator for Pamlico County
One Race, Many Finish Lines
A view of the finish line encapsulates the sentiments of accomplishment, euphoria and certain relief. What if the race has no defined finish line? The Virtual Quarry Rocks 5K and 1 Mile Fun Walk and … [Read more...] about One Race, Many Finish Lines
One Step at a Time
In a world adapting to new norms, Special Olympics athletes are not immune to these adjustments: a living room becomes a gym, a sports practice becomes a virtual workshop, roommates and caretakers … [Read more...] about One Step at a Time
Special Olympics Orange County athlete recognized for tennis and sportsmanship excellence with 2020 statewide award
Special Olympics North Carolina (SONC) recently presented Markell Corwin of Chapel Hill the 2020 Robb Williams Tennis Sportsmanship Award. Corwin was recognized with the award during a webinar session … [Read more...] about Special Olympics Orange County athlete recognized for tennis and sportsmanship excellence with 2020 statewide award
Special Olympics North Carolina honors members of the Durham Police Department for outstanding efforts in virtual fundraising event
Special Olympics North Carolina (SONC) recently presented the Flame of Hope Award to Chief Cerelyn J. Davis and the Durham Police Department for their exceptional fundraising results in the North … [Read more...] about Special Olympics North Carolina honors members of the Durham Police Department for outstanding efforts in virtual fundraising event
Special Olympics athletes achieve fitness goals through virtual training program
Special Olympics athletes from across North Carolina have two weeks remaining in Special Olympics North Carolina’s (SONC) Partner Up Power Up program, a 10-week virtual Unified Sports® training and … [Read more...] about Special Olympics athletes achieve fitness goals through virtual training program
Zooming into Home Plate
On the field, the coach assumes the role of a mentor inherently. Athletes, as mentees, are called not only to learn from the coach, but from each other, producing a collective sharing of skills and … [Read more...] about Zooming into Home Plate
Young Athlete Takes the Lead
At just six-years-old, Special Olympics Forsyth County athlete TJ Gerald is a force to be reckoned with. Participating in Special Olympics Young Athletes, an early childhood play program for children … [Read more...] about Young Athlete Takes the Lead
2020 SONC Holiday Gift Options
The holidays are right around the corner! Hard to believe, right? We have so many ways for you to include Special Olympics North Carolina (SONC) in your holiday plans this year. When you buy any … [Read more...] about 2020 SONC Holiday Gift Options
