Special Olympics Ohio Portage County

03/08/2026

Cardio drum with us tomorrow, 3/9 at 5:30pm.
Be sure to register for a spot by emailing [email protected].

03/08/2026

Did you know?

The Olympic Games, Paralympic Games, and Special Olympics are three distinct international sporting movements recognized by the International Olympic Committee.

Each serves different athletes and has its own philosophy, but they all share the same powerful mission: using sport to inspire excellence, inclusion, and opportunity for athletes around the world. Showing the power of sport beyond competition to serve as a catalyst to build confidence, break barriers, and bring communities together.

Be sure to check out some of the incredible competition at the Winter Paralympic Games, and mark your calendar for the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games in Minnesota, June 20-26th!🥇🥈🥉

Learn more by visiting https://resources.specialolympics.org/sports-essentials/special-olympics-and-paralympics

03/06/2026

03/06/2026

📣Cheerleader Coach Shout Out📣
Coordinator Colleen had this to say, "Coach Ashleigh started a cheer program to cheer for our basketball teams, years before it was a Special Olympics Ohio sport. She is an amazing coach, always going the extra mile to support our athletes. She works with athletes to improve not just in their sport, but health and life. We are very lucky to have a coach like her in our delegation"
Way to go Coach Ashleigh! ⚡💙🤍💛

03/05/2026

📣Cheerleader Coach Shout Out📣
Coach Ashleigh had this to say, "What can I say? Coach Laura is amazing! She keeps me sane during the season. We work very well together as coaches. She is just the BEST!"
Way to go Coach Laura! ⚡💙🤍💛

03/04/2026

Go THUNDER!⚡

03/02/2026

02/28/2026

Freezin’ for a Reason! ❄️💙

http://support.sooh.org/goto/portagethunderchill

Proud of these ladies as they were BRAVE to plunge in the cold water today to support our incredible athletes!

Huge shoutout to the amazing team behind the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics Ohio for creating such a fun, energizing, and impactful event.

Thank you to everyone who donated, cheered us on, and continues to believe in the mission of inclusion.

There is still time to help is reach our goal and donate in support for our Portage County athletes and the mission of Special Olympics Ohio!

02/27/2026

Flashback Friday!!!
2021 Plunge Your Way

http://support.sooh.org/goto/portagethunderchill
Will you help us reach our goal? We plunge tomorrow at Edgewater Beach.

02/26/2026

Athletes, families, coaches, and supporters your voice is important to the 2030 USA Games! Complete the survey and share your insight about Cleveland.

Cleveland will host the 2030 Special Olympics USA Games. Help shape the brand and experience so it reflects the very best of Cleveland and Ohio. The survey is open through March 3rd, 11:59 p.m. EST. Share your perspective: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/W9KRVH7