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Connecticut's Biggest Celebration of Inclusion
Experience the power of sport as athletes and Unified partners from across Connecticut compete, connect, and inspire.
Presented by:
2026 Special Olympics Connecticut Summer Games, presented by Pratt & Whitney, an RTX Business.
WHEN: Friday, June 5 - Sunday, June 7, 2026
WHERE: Southern Connecticut State University, Hamden Hall Beckerman Athletic Center, and Yale University West Campus
SPORTS: Cycling, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track & Field
VIEW & DOWNLOAD 2026 PHOTOS VIEW & DOWNLOAD EVENT GUIDE
From powerful Opening Ceremonies to unforgettable medal moments, this is more than a competition - it's a statewide celebration of inclusion, determination, and community. This annual event brings together athletes and Unified partners along with their coaches to compete after months of dedicated training. They proudly represent their Local Programs and communities while showcasing determination, sportsmanship, and pride as they vie for ribbons and medals across multiple sports.
PLAN TO ATTEND
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Summer Games Media
Ray Hadden & Mike Mason on WFSB's Great Day Connecticut
Gil Simmons from WTNH Runs with Law Enforcement Torch Run
Fox 61's Victoria Anderson Covers Summer Games
SOCT Community and Comradery Displayed at Spectacular, Energized Summer Games
Our highly anticipated annual Summer Games presented by Pratt & Whitney, an RTX business, brought together extraordinary athletes, coaches, officers, volunteers, sponsors and family members and friends for a weekend-long celebration of athleticism and inclusion. With more than 2,000 participants in the Games, and more than 30 sponsoring companies and organizations, it was truly about teamwork and celebration.
Athletes fought through the heat and rose to the challenge of competing in cycling, swimming, soccer, track & field and tennis at Southern Connecticut State University, Hamden Hall Beckerman Athletic Center and Yale West Campus, June 5th through 7th. Olympic Town, with its games and activities run by the Knights of Columbus, and Saturday night's Victory Dance with its "at the beach" theme rounded out the weekend and gave athletes opportunities to socialize and have fun. Preceding the Games was a thrilling Opening Ceremony, emceed by NBC Connecticut's Ryan Hanrahan, that featured the traditional Parade of Athletes, skydivers, artistic dancers and the Final Leg of the Law Enforcement Torch Run and lighting of the cauldron.
One of the most impactful offerings during Summer Games was our Healthy Athletes® Village and Health activities including yoga. Featured health disciplines experienced by more than 200 athletes each included Health Promotion, concentrating on self-care and Strong Minds, focusing on emotional well-being. At Opening Eyes, athletes had their eyesight checked and, if needed, received free prescription eyeglasses.
Leading up to Summer Games, to boost awareness of our athletes' talents and triumphs, the three-day Law Enforcement Torch Run took place, June 3rd - 5th. The Torch Run engaged officers statewide, as well as athletes in some communities. Passing the Torch from town to town, the officers carried with them a message of hope and an example of perseverance. Torch Run Rallies were hosted by Foxwoods Resort Casino and the West Hartford Police Department. "Adopt-A-Mile" signs officers sold to fundraise lined their routes and so did cheering neighbors as they passed by.
Summer Games By The Numbers
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Summer Games Sports & Sites
The 2026 Special Olympics Connecticut Summer Games featured competition across a variety of individual and team sports, hosted at premier collegiate and community venues throughout Connecticut. Events take place during scheduled competition days, with athletes participating in well-organized, divisioned contests designed to ensure fair play and meaningful competition for all.
Cycling
Yale University - West Campus
100 West Campus Drive, Orange
Saturday, June 6
Developmental Swimming
Hamden Hall Beckerman Athletic Center
225 Skiff Street, Hamden
Friday, June 5
Soccer
Hamden Hall Beckerman Athletic Center
225 Skiff Street, Hamden
Saturday, June 6 - Sunday, June 7
Swimming
Southern Connecticut State University
501 Crescent Street, New Haven
Saturday, June 6 - Sunday, June 7
Tennis
Hamden Hall Beckerman Athletic Center
225 Skiff Street, Hamden
Saturday, June 6 - Sunday, June 7
Track & Field
Southern Connecticut State University
501 Crescent Street, New Haven
Saturday, June 6 - Sunday, June 7
Healthy Athletes® at Summer Games
As part of the Summer Games, Special Olympics Connecticut offers free health screenings, education, and wellness resources through its nationally recognized Special Olympics Healthy Athletes® program. Licensed medical professionals, healthcare practitioners, and students volunteer their time to support athletes’ overall health and well-being, helping identify unmet health needs, providing guidance to support lifelong wellness, and supporting follow-up care through referrals to healthcare providers. All athletes are welcome, even if they aren't competing at Summer Games.
Saturday, June 6 9:00AM - 4:00PM; Sunday, June 7 8:30AM - 1:00PM
Location: Southern Connecticut State University - Michael J. Adanti Student Center
Services provided: free screenings, Rx glasses, sports goggles, orthotics, socks, custom mouthguards, fluoride treatments, & more
Raffle prize options: Amazon Kindle, Lake Compounce Season Pass, Yard Goats Tickets, Noise Cancelling Headphones, Gift Cards, & more
Massage Therapy also offered: Saturday, June 6 10:00AM - 2:00PM; Sunday, June 7 10:00AM - 1:00PM
Healthy Hearing (Sat only)
Jamie Marotto, AuD, CCC-A
Jessica Preston, Au.D., CCC-A
CLINICAL DIRECTORS
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Opening Eyes
Susan Danberg, OD, FCOVD
FORMER GLOBAL CLINICAL DIRECTOR
Chris Agro, OD
CLINICAL DIRECTOR
Additional Health Offerings
Saturday, June 6 10:00AM - 2:00PM
Additional Health offerings available at competition venues for Cycling, Soccer, and Tennis.
Location: Yale West Campus
Services provided: Yale School of Nursing students to lead Healthy Habits Education, including sun safety and nutrition
Location: Hamden Hall Beckerman Athletic Center
Services provided: Athlete-led Healthy Habits Education, including sun safety and hydration
Summer Games Special Events
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Wednesday, June 3 - Friday, June 5: Law Enforcement Torch Run (click here for info). Learn more at the LETR Zone at SCSU during Summer Games!
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Friday, June 5: Opening Ceremonies
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6:30PM Pre-Show, 7:00PM Start
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Featuring: the 1500M run medal event, a flyover, the 102nd Army Band, LETR Final Leg, and music by the band D’Pew
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Location: Southern Connecticut State University - Jess Dow Stadium
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Saturday, June 6 - Sunday, June 7: Olympic Town, presented by Knights of Columbus CT State Council
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Saturday 9:00AM - 3:00PM; Sunday 9:00AM - 2:00PM
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Location: Southern Connecticut State University - behind Jess Dow Stadium
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Location: Hamden Hall Beckerman Athletic Center - between soccer fields and tennis courts
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Saturday, June 6: Victory Dance
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7:00PM - 9:00PM
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Location: Southern Connecticut State University - Neff Parking Lot
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Volunteer at Summer Games
Volunteers are the backbone of Special Olympics Connecticut's Summer Games. We have a variety of ways you can help make this event come to life, leading up to and during competition. This event is open to the public and volunteers, spectators, and supporters are always welcome.
Date: Saturday, June 6
Location: Yale West Campus
Address: 100 West Campus Drive, Orange
Jobs assigned day of the event and will include Course Marshall, Lunch Help, and Awards
Date: Saturday, June 6 - Sunday, June 7
Location: Hamden Hall Beckerman Athletic Center
Address: 225 Skiff Street, Hamden
Jobs assigned day of the event and will include Field Managers, Scorekeepers, Lunch Help, and Awards
Date: Saturday, June 6 - Sunday, June 7
Location: Southern Connecticut State University
Address: 501 Crescent Street, New Haven
Jobs assigned day of the event and will include Athlete Staging, Result Running, Result Recording, and Access Enforcer
Date: Saturday, June 6 - Sunday, June 7
Location: Hamden Hall Beckerman Athletic Center
Address: 225 Skiff Street, Hamden
Jobs assigned day of the event and will include Scorekeeping and Ball Retrieving.
Date: Saturday, June 6 - Sunday, June 7
Location: Southern Connecticut State University
Address: 501 Crescent Street, New Haven
Jobs assigned day of the event and will include Escorting Athletes, Staging, Result Recording, and Awards
BREAKFAST
Date: Saturday, June 6 & Sunday, June 7
Location: Southern Connecticut State University - Neff Parking Garage
Address: 501 Crescent Street, New Haven
LUNCH
Date: Saturday, June 6 & Sunday, June 7
Location: Southern Connecticut State University - Wintergreen Building
Address: 501 Crescent Street, New Haven
DINNER
Date & Time: Friday, June 5 & Saturday, June 6
Location: Southern Connecticut State University - Neff Parking Garage
Address: 501 Crescent Street, New Haven
Registration Info for Coaches
Date & Time: Saturday, June 6
Location: Yale West Campus
Address: 100 West Campus Drive, Orange
Date & Time: Saturday, June 6 - Sunday, June 7
Location: Hamden Hall Beckerman Athletic Center
Address: 225 Skiff Street, Hamden
Date & Time: Saturday, June 6 - Sunday, June 7
Location: Southern Connecticut State University
Address: 501 Crescent Street, New Haven
*Developmental Swimming: Friday, June 5 at Hamden Hall
Date & Time: Saturday, June 6 - Sunday, June 7
Location: Hamden Hall Beckerman Athletic Center
Address: 225 Skiff Street, Hamden
Date & Time: Saturday, June 6 - Sunday, June 7
Location: Southern Connecticut State University
Address: 501 Crescent Street, New Haven
Our Sponsors
Our sponsors play a vital role in making these events possible. Through their generous support and commitment to inclusion, they help provide meaningful opportunities, memorable experiences, and resources that empower our athletes, partners, and communities to thrive.
