Long before Nathan Klein called horses thundering toward the finish line at Penn National Racecourse in Grantville, Pennsylvania, his audience was smaller, the horses plastic and the racetrack on the … [Read more...] about Finding His Voice: Nathan Klein’s Journey from SONC Athlete to Professional Race Caller
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Special Olympics North Carolina to Host 2026 First Responders Unified Softball Showcase Featuring Durham Police and Fire Departments
Name of Event: 2026 First Responders Unified Softball Showcase: Police vs. Fire Date/Time: Friday, October 30 Start time: 5:30 p.m. Location: Historic Durham Athletic Park 500 W Corporation … [Read more...] about Special Olympics North Carolina to Host 2026 First Responders Unified Softball Showcase Featuring Durham Police and Fire Departments
Greg Butler Takes Over The Edge to New Heights
When Greg Butler steps Over The Edge of One City Plaza at this year's Over The Edge event, he won't just be making one descent. He'll rappel the building an incredible 10 times, setting an Over The … [Read more...] about Greg Butler Takes Over The Edge to New Heights
2026 Special Olympics NC Dutch Bros Coffee Campaign
Special Olympics North Carolina is excited to partner with Dutch Bros Coffee this September for a Give Back Day! On September 18, $1 of every drink sold at all NC locations will be donated to Special … [Read more...] about 2026 Special Olympics NC Dutch Bros Coffee Campaign
Special Olympics North Carolina Announces North Carolina Courage Midfielder Riley Jackson as First Community Ambassador
Special Olympics North Carolina (SONC) is proud to announce the launch of its Community Ambassador program, a new initiative designed to engage current and former professional and collegiate athletes, … [Read more...] about Special Olympics North Carolina Announces North Carolina Courage Midfielder Riley Jackson as First Community Ambassador
Every Student, Every School: How Currituck County Built a Culture of Inclusion
When Toby Sohn talks about Special Olympics, she talks less about competition and more about opportunity. Since joining in sixth grade, Sohn has competed in events, volunteered at the Special … [Read more...] about Every Student, Every School: How Currituck County Built a Culture of Inclusion
Nine Special Olympics North Carolina athletes become official spokespersons
Nine Special Olympics North Carolina (SONC) athletes became official spokespersons for the organization after they successfully completed the SONC Global Messenger Training, held August 7-8, at the … [Read more...] about Nine Special Olympics North Carolina athletes become official spokespersons
Special Olympics Murdoch Center’s Alesia Ragland Named 2026 SONC Coordinator of the Year
Special Olympics North Carolina (SONC) proudly recognizes Alesia Ragland of the Murdoch Center in Butner, NC, as the 2026 SONC Coordinator of the Year, honoring her exceptional leadership, dedication … [Read more...] about Special Olympics Murdoch Center’s Alesia Ragland Named 2026 SONC Coordinator of the Year
Special Olympics North Carolina Athlete Karol Diaz Scores Game-Winning Goal as East Defeats West in MLS Unified All-Star Game
Special Olympics North Carolina athlete Karol Diaz, representing the Charlotte FC Unified Team, scored the game-winning goal to lead the East team to a thrilling 3-2 victory over the West team in the … [Read more...] about Special Olympics North Carolina Athlete Karol Diaz Scores Game-Winning Goal as East Defeats West in MLS Unified All-Star Game
2026 Special Olympics USA Games Team North Carolina results released
The 2026 Special Olympics USA Games concluded on June 26 in the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and Saint Paul, Minnesota, ending a week of competition for 3,000 athletes and 1,500 coaches representing all … [Read more...] about 2026 Special Olympics USA Games Team North Carolina results released
