PARTICIPATE ONCE. BE FOREVER CHANGED AND INSPIRED.
Special Olympics is sports and so much more. It is a movement that transforms lives by inspiring inclusion, understanding and respect for people of all abilities on and beyond the playing field, across the state and around the world.
About SOCT
Special Olympics Connecticut provides year-round sports training and competitions for over 10,000 athletes and Unified Sports® partners. We also promote a healthy lifestyle by offering free health screenings at events, and providing participants with the education and resources to improve their sports performance and enhance their overall health and fitness.
There are opportunities for everyone to be part of SOCT and enjoy a meaningful and rewarding experience - as an athlete, Unified Sports® partner, coach, volunteer, supporter or fan.
ATHLETE PROFILE
Brandon Knight
Meet Brandon Knight, an athlete with our Special Olympics Groton local program and this year's recipient of the 2023 Eunice Kennedy Shriver Award!
Featured Fundraiser
Law Enforcement Torch Run
Officers from across the state will run through their towns and cities carrying the Special Olympics Torch, with its "Flame of Hope", to support our athletes and build excitement around Summer Games!
Featured Event
Summer Games
Our athletes and Unified Sports partners are currently training to compete at Summer Games, June 3rd-4th and 10th-11th!