Thursday, October 8, 2009

Unified Sports

We’d like to start a school age Unified Program in Addison County.Unified Sports® are Special Olympics training and competition programs developed by Special Olympics in which approximately equal numbers of Special Olympics athletes and peers without intellectual disabilities (Partners) participate together on sports teams for training and competition against other Unified Sports teams.

Unified Sports® is a unique and influential program because it:
• Expands sports opportunities for athletes seeking new challenges.
• Dramatically increases inclusion in the schools and community.
• Allows athletes to develop sports skills and prepares them for participation in other community sports - and at a faster rate.
• Offers a positive foundation for activity between special education and general education students, family members, and adult athletes and volunteers.I

Individuals ages 8-18 interested in participating as an athlete or partner should contact Ryan at the above email or phone number.