Special Olympics Loudoun County

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LET ME WIN, BUT IF I CANNOT WIN, LET ME BE BRAVE IN THE ATTEMPT

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Athletes

Whether your interest is competitive or social in nature, we want you on our team. We provide year round athletic training and competitions all at NO COST to our athletes. Anyone age 8 or older who has an intellectual disability can become a Special Olympics athlete.

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Sports

We offer year round sports training and competitions in 14 different sports. These provide opportunities to develop physical fitness, demonstrate perseverance, experience joy and form friendships with other athletes and their families.

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Volunteer

Volunteers are the backbone of the Special Olympics movement. There are many ways to help: working directly with athletes in their training as either a volunteer or coach, assisting at an athletic competition or fundraiser or serving on the Council.

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Upcoming Events

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September 27 – September 28 - LoCo Wine Festival – Old Farm Winery at Hartland

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October 4 - Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser

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In The News

IMPACT AWARD WINNER-VOLUNTEER:  Josie Rafferty began volunteering 3 years ago and you will see her at many Special Olympics sports. She has volunteered for cycling, dance, basketball, and Top Golf as well as several Western Loudoun sports. Athletes love seeing Josie as she always has a smile on her face as she works/plays alongside them. One of her future goals is to become a Special Education Teacher. Thank you, Josie!

IMPACT AWARD WINNER-ATHLETE:  Rachel Levinrad has participated in Special Olympics for over 10 years starting as a swimming volunteer and then joining as an athlete. She has participated in swimming, track, soccer, cycling, pickleball and Top Golf. She frequently lends a hand in fundraising events such as the Dulles Plane Pull, the Polar Plunge and the Pancake Breakfast. Congratulations Rachel!

Special Olympics – Loudoun County has, over 3 years, doubled the number of athletes participating in our programs and doubled the number of sports locations offered.  A big thank you to our Council and the volunteers who continue to show up in a big way.