Special Olympics

Special Olympics Mission Statement:

The mission of special Olympics is to provide year-round sports training and athletic competition in a variety of Olympic type sports for all children and adults with intellectual disabilities giving them continuing opportunities to develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage, experience joy and participate in a sharing of gifts, skills and friendship with their families, other special Olympic athletes and the community.

Athlete Oath:

Let me win. But if I cannot win, let me be brave in the attempt.

"I like being in Special Olympics because I win"
-A.Dodson

Other Information:

Lonoke Jackrabbit and Arkansas Razorback mugs for sale $10 each.  Contact Mrs. Jeannie Noel.

Lonoke Special Olympics is looking for volunteers to help with training for upcoming events.

The 16-18 year olds had a bowling tournament on October 30, 2006 at Professor Bowl.  All of the LHS participants received a Silver Medal!  Congratulations!

 The 8-15 year olds also have a bowling tournament at Professor Bowl November 13, 2006.

Special Olympics participates in many different activities. Activities include:

Kickball
Bowling
Track and Field
Basketball
Individual Skills Basketball

Team Members are:

S. Smith
A. Dodson
M. Davis
J. Hobbs
Z. Mask
S. Carpenter
J. Higgins
P. Baker
C. Hatton
R. McNeese
N. Green
C. Martin

Coaches:
J. Noel
A. Ponder
B. Schwedic
L. Gutekunst
M. Ocasio
W. Parker- LPN