A Magical Muse: Samantha Roman’s Artistic Journey to the 2026 Summer Games
When you meet Samantha Roman, the first thing you notice is her radiant smile and the second is her boundless creativity. A proud Special Olympics ...
2020 Guardian Bowl: Fundraiser Postponed
Editor's note: This post has been updated as of March 12 amid growing concern of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19). The Guardian Bowl, originally scheduled for March 14 at the Rose ...
Looking Ahead: 2020 Big Bear Polar Plunge
By Christine Baik and Tracy McDannald It’s almost time to pull out those festive costumes and speedos—even if the forecast says otherwise. Special Olympics Southern California’s Big Bear Polar Plunge ...
INSIDE SOSC: Special Olympics Returns to Capitol Hill, and More
Special Olympics athletes, organization leaders, Unified Sports partners and family members from across the country made the trip to Washington D.C. last week to participate in Special Olympics' annual "Capitol ...
INSIDE SOSC: Competition Breeds Friendly Rivalries
Special Olympics Southern California competitions throughout the year often lead to familiarity among the teams. Think about it: Year-round sports, often featuring the similar groups of athletes in each region, ...
Join Joseph’s Journey: Special Olympics Transformed My Life
Editor's note: "Join Joseph's Journey" is a blog written by Joseph Gorin, a Special Olympics Southern California athlete and member of SOSC's Board of Directors. Joseph, who has cerebral palsy, ...
From Student to Mentor
Mike Dyer wants to help Special Olympics Southern California athletes reach the same thrills he experienced during his time as an athlete. A right shoulder injury in 2018 and a ...
2019 Year in Review
As 2020 quickly approaches, let's take a look back at 10 highlights involving Special Olympics Southern California and its athletes from the past year. 10. Championship events Sports help Special ...
San Diego Law Enforcement Take Chiefs Challenge
By Marvin Poquiz This past September, the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) won the latest Special Olympics San Diego region’s Chiefs Challenge. This means the law enforcement agency ...
SOSC Coach Teaches ‘The L.A. Way’
By Ryan Lefever In the city of angels, there’s one thing that’s making a difference in a special way. Cristian Ortiz, 39, is the head coach for the LAFC Special ...
INSIDE SOSC: SoCal, Minnesota Athletes Unify on Football Field
Special Olympics Unified flag football teams from Southern California and Minnesota were treated to quite the NFL experience Sunday at Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson. Three hours prior to ...