Special Olympics Unified Sports® brings together athletes with and without intellectual disabilities to train and compete on the same team. Participants improve their physical fitness, sharpen their skills and learn acceptance and inclusion while participating in Unified Sports. A primary goal of Unified Sports is to equalize the ability level of Special Olympics athletes with their partners and to promote inclusion through team practice and competition.
Special Olympics Athletes (with IDD)
Unified Partners (without IDD)
Unified Competitions annually
The Curley K-8 becomes one of the first BPS to earn National Banner status for its commitment to inclusion, leadership, and Unified Champion Schools programming, celebrating with a day of events, performances, and a visit from Derrick White
In 2024, Special Olympics MA marked 10 years with the NE Revolution, prepped skiers for the World Games, debuted floorball with Bruins prospects, partnered with Patriots' Drake Maye, and announced 2026 USA Games teams.
Coach Mike Trainor's heroic, hamstring-tearing touchdown sealed gold for New Bedford's Special Olympics team at Gillette, capping a tough season with heart, teamwork, and an unforgettable win.
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