Category: Coach
More Than a Season: The Volunteers Who Turn Inclusion Into a Way of Life
Some people volunteer for a season. Others build a movement. Across Southern California, Special Olympics volunteers show up in countless ways on fields, in gyms, at competitions, and in quiet ...
Fall Games 2025: A Weekend of Resilience, Celebration, and Recognition
The Special Olympics Southern California (SOSC) Fall Games were set to deliver two days of spirited competition at Fountain Valley Sports Park and David L. Baker Golf Course. Athletes, coaches, ...
The Spirit of Summer Games & Spring Season Champions
The 2025 Summer Games Championship in Long Beach June 6-8 was a celebration to remember—three days filled with powerful performances, personal bests, and meaningful moments that brought athletes, families, coaches, ...
From Sidelines to Center Stage: Matt Louis’ Lifelong Journey with Special Olympics
by McKenna Robbins For Matt Louis, what began as tagging along to his brother’s basketball practices has turned into a lifelong passion for inclusion, coaching, and community. He was just ...
2024 Fall Games: Championship Highlights & Coaches of the Season
The 2024 SOSC Fall Games in Fountain Valley brought together 700+ athletes, 950 volunteers, and dedicated coaches for an unforgettable weekend of sports, inclusion, and community. From thrilling competitions to impactful health screenings, this event celebrated the power of teamwork and dedication.
Strike of Excellence: Penny Piotraschke Named Summer Bowling Coach of the Season!
Congratulations to Penny Piotraschke for being honored as the 2024 Summer Bowling Coach of the Season for Special Olympics Southern California (SOSC)! This recognition is a testament to Penny's unwavering ...
2024 Spring Coaches of the Season Announced at Summer Games
On June 8, 2024, at the Summer Games Opening Ceremony held on the Cal State Long Beach track, the Coaches of the Season for the 2024 Spring season were announced, ...
Debi Dalton: A Decade of Dedication to Special Olympics Southern California
Meet Debi Dalton, a beacon of compassion and dedication in the realm of volunteerism, especially within the vibrant community of Special Olympics Southern California. For over ten years, Debi has ...
Meet Special Olympics Athletes Scott Merrell and Calvin Chapman From Orcutt
Introducing Scott Merrell and Calvin Chapman! Little did they know their love of Special Olympics would lead them to become great friends, encouraging each other to try new things, and ...
2023 Fall Coaches of the Season Announced at Fall Games
By Leslie Sundal 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 ...