Rowan County

Welcome to Special Olympics Rowan County!

Athletics

• When is it held?
• Special Olympics Rowan County athletes have opportunities to compete at the annual Spring Games held each April at West Rowan High School  and at the SONC Summer Games in May/June.
• Registration is open during the month of January. To register as an athlete or volunteer, contact the local coordinator.

Basketball

• When is it held?  Practice begins in August and runs through November. We are currently seeking coaches and volunteers.
• Special Olympics Rowan County athletes have opportunities to compete at the SONC Summer Games in May/June.
• Special Olympics Rowan County offers both 3v3 and 5v5 teams.

Bocce

• When is it held?  Practice is held at Ellis Park beginning in August and runs through November. To register as an athlete, please contact the local coordinator.
• Special Olympics Rowan County athletes have opportunities to compete at the SONC Fall Tournament in November.

Bowling

• When is it held?  Practice is held at Woodleaf Lanes beginning in February and runs through June.
• Middle and High School students practice during the school day, while adult athletes practice in the afternoon.
• Special Olympics Rowan County athletes have opportunities to compete at the Local Tournament in April or the SONC Summer Games in May/June.

Cheerleading

• Coming late 2021 – Check back for more information

Equestrian

• When is it held?  Practice is held at Saving Grace Farms beginning in June and runs through September.
• To register as an athlete, please contact coach Andi Taylor at 704-773-0202.
• Special Olympics Rowan County athletes have opportunities to compete at the SONC Equestrian Tournament in September.

Golf

• When is it held?  Practice is held at Corbin Hills Golf Club beginning in August and runs through November.
• To sign up, contact coach Jenny Buchanan at 704-859-1162 or buchananj41@gmail.com.
• Special Olympics Rowan County athletes have opportunities to compete at the SONC Fall Tournament in November.

Volleyball

• When is it held?  Practice is held beginning in March and runs through May.
• We are currently seeking coaches and volunteers to assist with our volleyball program. If interested, please contact the local coordinator.
• Special Olympics Rowan County athletes have opportunities to compete at the SONC Summer Games in May/June.