Be a Fan of National Games 

Brent Eriks and Don Brozek are the Unified Tennis team from Illinois who competed at the USA National Games in Nebraska last week. Brent is a Special Olympics athlete who lives independently.  Don is the father of Special Olympics athlete Nick Brozek. They talk about this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity in an interview with the Southtown Star.  Read more

National Games Updates

Members of the Illinois delegation the 2010 Special Olympics USA National Games competed in Lincoln, Neb.  Read More about Illinois delegation, view photos, read the daily Illinois newsletter or view results from National Games.

Spread the Word to End the Word

The use of the R-Word is hurtful and demeaning to people with intellectual disabilities. Join Special Olympics and youth leaders in eliminating use of the words “retard” or “retarded” and supporting Special Olympics athletes.

» See how 3 schools spread the word;
Get involved; See PSAs with Soeren Palumbo and Rob Johnson

Special Events 

• Chad Morgenthaler Bass Tournament
• Running Enthusiasts – raise money for Special Olympics Illinois
• Torch Run License Plates 
  are available now!
• Young Athletes Program

 

 

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