LET ME WIN, BUT IF I CANNOT WIN, LET ME BE BRAVE IN THE ATTEMPT
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.
Learn MoreUpcoming Events
December 6 - Leesburg Christmas and Holiday Parade
December 13 - Purcellville Holiday Parade
January 11 - Zumba Dance Fundraiser
January 11 - Coaches Appreciation DInner
January 25 - Fairfax Basketball Tournament
February 1 - Fairfax Basketball Tournament
February 28 - End of Winter Season Party
In The News
Special Olympics Loudoun County has a dedicated group of parents and coaches that are reaching out into the community to build more Special Olympic programs in the West. In western Loudoun County, we already offer swimming, soccer, pickleball, fitness, softball skills and now basketball. To reach a Western Loudoun advisor, email WLinfo@sovaloudoun.org.
There are 3 new basketball teams forming in Western Loudoun. Learn more about them at the Meet and Greet EVENT on November 22 or contact Mike Noel, the Basketball Coordinator. Practices started November 17.
IMPACT AWARD WINNERS – ATHLETES: Matt Davis has an amazing attitude and always gives maximum effort. He stays after his practice to support the modified volleyball team. Congratulations Matt, well deserved! Jose Deleon greets everyone he sees with generous enthusiasm. He always tries to stay positive and encourages others to do so as well. Look for Jose at Simply Be Coffee Shop where he shares that same enthusiasm.
IMPACT AWARD WINNERS – VOLUNTEERS: Thomas Basore is an amazing assistant volleyball coach and assistant softball coach. He is always so supportive of the athletes. Thank you Thomas. Charles Vines is our longest serving coach (20+ years). He is exceptionally dedicated, has a wealth of knowledge and helps anyone who needs it. Thank you Charlie.
