Category: Volunteers

2023 Fall Coaches of the Season Announced at Fall Games
The 2023 Fall Games Championship kicked off with a burst of excitement as the 2023 Fall Coaches of the Season were unveiled and celebrated during a spectacular Opening Ceremony on ...

Special Olympics Southern California Fall Games Championship Showcases Triumph of Spirit and Sportsmanship
On November 11 and 12, the Fountain Valley Recreation Center and Sports Park became the epicenter of inspiration and athletic prowess as it hosted the 2023 Special Olympics Southern California ...

2023 Bowling Championship: Strikes, Spares, and Celebration at Parkway Bowl in El Cajon
The lanes buzzed with competition, the air filled with cheers of triumph, as Parkway Bowl in El Cajon hosted the 2023 Bowling Championship on Saturday, August 26th. This year's event ...

Celebrating Athletic Excellence: A Recap of the 2023 Summer Games Championship at Cal State Long Beach
The city of Long Beach was ablaze with excitement as the 2023 Summer Games Championship unfolded on June 10 and 11 at Cal State Long Beach. This was our first ...

Congratulations 2023 Floorball and Spring Coaches of the Season!
We would like to extend our heartfelt congratulations to the Coaches of the Season for the Special Olympics Southern California 2023 Floorball and Spring seasons who were presented their awards ...

Christine McConnell Is Passionate About Inclusion
By Melanie Barrios Christine McConnell knows all too well the importance of acceptance for all. Growing up with a family member with intellectual disabilities, Christine witnessed firsthand that sports were ...

Nicole Nguyen’s Purpose Is Rooted In Helping Others
By Terrionna Brockman “I want to give back to the community, not just my community, but in general. Any opportunity I can get out and help I do.” Service is ...

Ronald Russell Encourages Healthy Development In Athletes
By Melanie Barrios For athletes, coaches serve as mentors, teachers, and friends, impacting their lives and creating relationships that last a lifetime. Everyone has their reasons for coaching. For Ronald ...

Matthew Dorfman Is Passionate About Giving Back
By Gianna Piva Matthew Dorfman is an 18-year-old Special Olympics Southern California softball coach who takes pride in his volunteerism and involvement with the SOSC community. Among his multiple interests, ...

Ramos Family of Volunteers
Father-daughter duo Robert and Jasmyn Ramos are sports volunteers with Special Olympics Southern California. Robert had been volunteering for years and had taken a brief hiatus, while Jasmyn has recently ...