Be a Fan of Inspiration ...
"When I first started playing two years ago, I wasn't that good," Bowers said. "I am better at the game now because I practice all the time."
Be a Fan of Inclusion ...
Sanders found a new meaning to life when he joined Special Olympics. He said that being a part of this is keeping him off the streets and it's something to look forward to because he made new friends.
Be a Fan of Sport ...
Martinez, who is from Sullivan County and is coached by Melissa Ebeling, believes that the Special Olympics has helped him stay motivated as well keeping positive.
Statewide Calendar of Events
2010 State Summer Games
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Host venues and sports:
Friday June 4, 2010
Opening Ceremonies - 8 - 9:30 pm
Utica College, Charles A. Gaetano Stadium
Saturday June 5, 2010
Competition - 8 am - 5 pm
Donovan Middle School - Basketball
MVCC - Tennis, Volleyball
Pin-O-Rama Lanes - Bowling
Proctor High School - Athletics (Track & Field), Volleyball
SUNY IT - Basketball
Utica College - Aquatics, Powerlifting
Utica Recreation Center - Basketball
Valley Gymnastics - Gymnastics
Spectacular pageantry & entertainment:
Opening Ceremonies - Law Enforcement Torch Run - Olympic Village - Closing Ceremonies - Healthy Athletes
Volunteer Opportunities
Thanks to the overwhelming support of the Utica community, we are happy to announce that we have filled all of the task-related volunteer roles needed to make our Summer Games athletes a success. However, we still have numerous opportunities for you to make a difference!
Athletes come to Summer Games from all across New York State. Many families cannot make the trip for the day so we need the community to be at the competitions to watch, cheer and light the fire within these champions to help them win the gold!
Join Fans in the Stands at Opening Ceremonies at Utica College on Friday evening, June 4 where Or, join Fans in the Stands at Sports Venues on Saturday, June 5 to witness our athletes in action and cheer them on to victory! [ click to learn more and volunteer ]
Are you an EMT wishing to volunteer your services?
Please use these forms and send in [ EMS Application | Recruitment Letter | EMS Schedule ]
Sponsor an Athlete program
Are you interested in becoming more involved and Sponsor an Athlete? Please pledge here and help us ensure an incredible experience for our more than 2,000 athletes and coaches. http://statesummergames.kintera.org/sponsoranathlete.Let us know if you would like to sell torch Icons or wristabands
On Facebook? Click here for the State Summer Games Event Page
Our Current Sponsors:
Complete list [ here ]