2014 Special Olympics National Games

2014 Special Olympics National Games

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Posted 2014-07-20 by Jenfollow

Mon 20 Oct 2014 - Sat 25 Oct 2014



Special Olympics Australia helps people with an intellectual disability reach their personal best in sport and in life by creating sports training, coaching, competition and mentoring opportunities. These special athletes participate by dedicating years to training and preparation in a bid to represent their home state or territory at the National Games. Their performances have to be at state-level to qualify for these competitions. These National Games are the platform from which athletes have the opportunity to represent their country at the Special Olympics World Summer Games which will be held in Los Angeles in 2015.

This significant and uplifting 10th Special Olympics National Games are now held in Australia every four years, and will attract more than 1,200 athletes with an intellectual disability to compete in 16 Olympic-style and demonstration sports, cheered on by coaches, fans in the stands and more than 800 volunteers. It will take place in the Albert Park Precinct and the surrounding areas of Melbourne.



People with intellectual disabilities often get ridiculed, misunderstood, isolated or simply ignored. Through these supported games, they develop the skills that helps improve their health and develop self confidence, which in turn brings joy into the lives of their families and themselves. Whatever their motivation, be it winning medals or just enjoying the chance to get active, have fun, make friends or feel a sense of belonging, delivered within a supportive environment, these meaningful sports programs adds to the quality of their lives and makes them feel proud and accepted. If you want to be a part of this worthy program, why not get involved.

CLICK HERE to volunteer , DONATE or find out how to get involved, or you can go to the HOME PAGE for more details or to SUBSCRIBE to the mailing list.

If you're wondering what a Special Olympics Australia National Games is all about, check out the highlights from the 2010 National Games in Adelaide, below.



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