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Time is running out ⏰: Get the 2X match to double your impact for Special Olympics Kansas athletes! Give now and let the...
11/14/2025

Time is running out ⏰: Get the 2X match to double your impact for Special Olympics Kansas athletes! Give now and let them know you stand with them. https://bit.ly/487UBjA

Kindness is contagious! What act of kindness can you do today? 🫶
11/13/2025

Kindness is contagious! What act of kindness can you do today? 🫶

Meet Savannah Koehn, a standout athlete with the Dodge City Dodgers for more than 22 years. Competing in bowling, co****...
11/13/2025

Meet Savannah Koehn, a standout athlete with the Dodge City Dodgers for more than 22 years. Competing in bowling, co****le, bocce, basketball, swimming, and track and field, Savannah is known for her relentless work ethic and leadership.

Savannah consistently demonstrates dedication and sportsmanship both on the field during competitions and in practice, by encouraging her teammates to push themselves and always do their best. She has served as Vice Chair of the Kansas Athlete Leadership Council and represents the South Central Region on the U.S. Athlete Leadership Council. In these roles, she’s been able to be an advocate for athletes and their health, and be a leader to her fellow athletes and in her community.

Beyond her athletic accomplishments, Savannah’s compassion extends into her community through volunteering and her care for others, embodying the values of inclusion and service. We are honored to recognize Savannah’s decades of dedication to Special Olympics Kansas and her leadership. Please join us in celebrating Savannah Koehn as a 2025 Hall Of Fame inductee! ❤

’Tis the season… to be creative with our 2025 Special Olympics Kansas Holiday Card!We know it’s early, but we’re already...
11/13/2025

’Tis the season… to be creative with our 2025 Special Olympics Kansas Holiday Card!

We know it’s early, but we’re already feeling the holiday cheer — and we want YOUR creativity to help design this year’s official holiday card. Athletes from across Kansas are invited to create their own festive artwork. It can be a drawing, a painting, or a digital design — anything that celebrates the holiday season!

Below are the details on how to submit your artwork:

How to Enter the 2025 SOKS Holiday Card Contest

1. Create your own holiday card design
2. Draw, paint, or digitally design anything festive — snowmen, presents, winter scenes, holiday fun… it’s your choice!
3. Submit your artwork
4. Upload a photo or file of your design using the Google Form: https://bit.ly/43q8ib1

The deadline to submit is by Friday, November 21st! Voting will take place on Monday, November 24th!

Meet Gary May, one of the pioneers of Special Olympics Kansas and a beloved athlete whose impact continues to be felt ac...
11/12/2025

Meet Gary May, one of the pioneers of Special Olympics Kansas and a beloved athlete whose impact continues to be felt across the state. For 30 years, Gary represented Topeka Shawnee, competing in track, basketball, swimming, volleyball, bowling, and skiing.

From the very beginning, he approached every sport with eagerness, determination, and a desire to improve his skills. Gary wasn’t just an exceptional athlete, he was one of the biggest cheerleaders for his teammates. He celebrated every success, whether his own or someone else’s, with the same enthusiasm and joy each time. His high fives, smiles, and encouragement became a signature part of every event, inspiring athletes and coaches alike to bring their best and support one another.

Gary’s upbeat personality, boundless energy, and love for competition made him a cornerstone of the Special Olympics Kansas community. He was deeply loved and admired by everyone who had the privilege of knowing him. His smile could light up a room, and his kind heart left a lasting mark on all those around him.

Though Gary passed away in March 2020, his legacy endures in the countless athletes and coaches he inspired, the teams he uplifted, and the joy he brought to every event. He set an example that continues to guide our Special Olympics family today. It is our honor for Gary May to join the SOKS Hall of Fame! ❤

Give now to provide 2X the life-changing opportunities so more people can get in the game. Double your impact now >>> ht...
11/12/2025

Give now to provide 2X the life-changing opportunities so more people can get in the game. Double your impact now >>> https://bit.ly/487UBjA

This Hall of Fame inductee proves that age is no barrier to pure joy in competition. At 87 years old, Beulah “Bootsie” B...
11/12/2025

This Hall of Fame inductee proves that age is no barrier to pure joy in competition. At 87 years old, Beulah “Bootsie” Batalia continues to inspire everyone around her as an athlete with the Mosaic Pittsburg program. For more than 20 years, she has competed in track and field, bocce, co****le, basketball, bowling, and Senior Unified sports, bringing enthusiasm to every event.

Bootsie is known for her contagious smile, love of competition, and the unshakable energy she brings to the field. Alongside her best friend and teammate, Terri, she’s become part of an iconic duo whose presence makes every event brighter. The two are known for their constant high fives, laughter, and unwavering support for their fellow athletes.

Even as the years pass, Bootsie never slows down. Her positive attitude reminds us all that Special Olympics isn’t just about sports, it’s about community, connection, and celebrating every moment together. We are honored to recognize a woman who uplifts everyone she meets and whose lifelong love of sport continues to inspire athletes and coaches alike. Please join us in celebrating Beulah “Bootsie” Batalia. ❤️

🏃🏃🏃 Hurry! You don't want to miss this chance to DOUBLE your impact for Special Olympics Kansas athletes! When you donat...
11/11/2025

🏃🏃🏃 Hurry! You don't want to miss this chance to DOUBLE your impact for Special Olympics Kansas athletes! When you donate now, your gift will be 2X matched to help more athletes thrive. bit.ly/49KsS9U

Meet Adam Pendlay, a 2025 Hall of Fame Inductee! For 24 years, he has been a cornerstone of the Leavenworth County Speci...
11/11/2025

Meet Adam Pendlay, a 2025 Hall of Fame Inductee! For 24 years, he has been a cornerstone of the Leavenworth County Special Olympics program. Competing in bowling, basketball, and track & field, Adam brings leadership and heart to every practice and competition.

He is often the first to arrive and the last to leave, consistently striving to improve his skills and set personal bests in every event. Adam leads by example, encouraging teammates, shaking hands with competitors, and offering support to coaches and fellow athletes. His positive attitude, commitment to teamwork, and willingness to take on challenges have made him a role model and an inspiration to everyone in the program.

We proudly honor Adam for his unwavering dedication and the profound impact he has had on his teammates, coaches, and the entire Special Olympics Kansas community. Please join us in congratulating Adam Pendlay! ❤️

11/10/2025

Our athletes are ❤️ After a life-changing accident, Rylee found a new team, new sports, and a new purpose. Help others find their Special Olympics Kansas family: https://support.specialolympics.org/a/kansas

The Victory Gala 2025 ❤️ Thank you to everyone that made last night a success. We want to give a big congratulations to ...
11/09/2025

The Victory Gala 2025 ❤️ Thank you to everyone that made last night a success. We want to give a big congratulations to the athletes that were inducted into the Special Olympics Kansas Hall of Fame: Adam Pendlay, Beulah “Bootsie” Batalia, Savannah Koehn, Shirley Strange, Terri Kitch, and Gary May.

Watch the 2025 Hall of Fame Presentation LIVE 🏆The presentation of this year’s Hall of Fame inductees takes place tonigh...
11/09/2025

Watch the 2025 Hall of Fame Presentation LIVE 🏆
The presentation of this year’s Hall of Fame inductees takes place tonight at The Victory Gala!

Can’t make it in person? Don’t worry. You can still celebrate with us! Tune in LIVE exclusively on the Special Olympics Kansas app, with the stream starting at 8:00 PM!

SOKS App (Apple): https://apps.apple.com/us/app/special-olympics-kansas/id6502373906

SOKS App (Google Play): https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sportinginnovations.soks&hl=en_US

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Special Olympics Kansas is dedicated to empowering individuals with intellectual disabilities to become physically fit, productive and respected members of society through sports competitions, health and nutrition programs and leadership development. Offering year-round initiatives to children and adults with intellectual disabilities, Special Olympics Kansas is a platform for acceptance and inclusion as well as one of the largest advocates for healthy lifestyles in the state – regardless of race, religion, ethnicity or cultural differences.