📢 Important Update: September Slammer Canceled 🎾
Due to forecasted inclement weather, we are canceling the September Slammer tennis event scheduled for this Friday and Saturday (September 26 & 27).
The safety of our athletes, families, and volunteers always comes first. Thank you for your understanding, and we look forward to seeing you at our next competition! đź’™
Any questions? Contact Kelly Garrick, kgarrick@so-sc.org.
Special Olympics South Carolina is hosting in-person Winter Coach Training from 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM at Columbia International University, 7435 Monticello Rd, Columbia, SC 29203. Coaches can select up to 3 sport breakout sessions during the day.
Breakout Sessions:
This training is part of the process to become a certified head coach (certification valid for 3 years). Please complete required online courses and tests on the SOSC website under “Become a Coach” before attending.
Registration: $20 per person for the day. Pay on the day via cash, card, check, or Venmo, or contact Anna Parks to pay in advance.
Come dressed in appropriate attire. Lunch and water are provided; feel free to bring snacks.
Questions? Contact Anna Parks at aparks@so-sc.org.
On Saturday, August 23, 2025, join the compassionate army of truck drivers, as law enforcement officers escort the
Truck Convoy for Special Olympics South Carolina across the highways of South Carolina to raise awareness and funds for
Special Olympics athletes and change attitudes toward people with intellectual disabilities.
The Truck Convoy® is a national celebration of the trucking industry and its support of Special Olympics.
Truckers will meet at the grounds of the South Carolina State Fairgrounds, and will be escorted North then back
South, on I-77 in Columbia. On return to the State Fairgrounds, they are welcomed by the Special Olympics athletes,
families, friends, colleagues, law enforcement officers and supporters that make up the trucking industry. A lunch
celebration and activities will be followed by an awards ceremony held to recognize participating truckers and their
support of the trucking industry and Special Olympics. Whichever form the celebration takes, the message is the same:
“Thank you for your support of Special Olympics athletes and for keeping our communities moving!”
Families of all participants are welcome to share in the celebration and free lunch!
Join us September 12-14th for the 2025 State Fall Games in Myrtle Beach. This multi-sport event will host competition for Bowling (Under 21), Bocce (Masters), Disc Golf, Golf, Flag Football, Soccer, and Volleyball.
Below you will find information and registration forms regarding this event. Please contact local Area Director to register. Registration is due August 25th.
For questions, please contact Kelly Garrick (kgarrick@so-sc.org).
For family registration, click here.
Join us for the 2026 Nothing But Net State Basketball Championship on Saturday, April 18th. This event will include individual skills, team skills, 3v3 Unified and Traditional, and 5v5 Unified and Traditional Team Play.
More information to come.
Join us for this professional development opportunity on Friday, June 20th at the Brookland Baptist Conference Center in West Columbia.
Registration is now closed. Contact Kelsey Miller, kmiller@so-sc.org, if you are still interested.
Join us for the 2026 State Equestrian Show, May 29-31.
More information to come.
Join us May 8-10th at Ft. Jackson in Columbia for the 2026 State Summer Games. This is a multi-sport event, featuring competition in Bocce (Under 21), Bowling (Over 21), Gymnastics, Swimming, Track & Field, Powerlifting, and Softball. Athletes will have the opportunity to receive free health screenings at Healthy Athletes and celebrate their success at Olympic Town.
For questions, contact Kelly Garrick, kgarrick@so-sc.org.
Join us for the 2025 State Cheer Competition on Saturday, March 15th. Watch traditional and unified teams from all over South Carolina compete for the gold!
Ride the Wave, Let Me Be Brave!
Join us at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Myrtle Beach Oceanfront Resort for a weekend of learning, networking, and inspiration. This event is your opportunity to connect with key leaders in your area, gain valuable insights, and enhance your Special Olympics program.
Conference is scheduled for January 23 – 25 at the Embassy Suites in Myrtle Beach. The theme is “Ride the Wave, Let me be Brave” with a Beach Bash to cap off Saturday night. A few things to note:
1. Registration costs this year will be $160 for general registration and $110 for athletes. Registration can be found here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1778045354519?aff=oddtdtcreator
2. Hotel cost for the weekend with be a total of $383.92 for two nights. That includes all taxes, fees and parking.
Kara will be taking ALL housing requests. Email her at kharmon@so-sc.org to secure housing.
***NEW THIS YEAR: The cut off for registration will be Thursday, January 8th. This includes all housing reservations, changes and/or additions. Individuals can cancel up until January 16th but after the 16th, there will be NO REFUNDS. Individuals will have a cancellation fee after the 16th.
Nominations for Champions: Each year during the luncheon on Saturday, we recognize those individuals that have gone above and beyond to support Special Olympics South Carolina. This is your opportunity to recognize those individuals, companies, athletes, organizations that truly exemplify the meaning of being a Champion. To nominate, please click here: https://forms.gle/sw2TmSstzfhjDLtU6
