WE’RE THE SOUTH REGION STARS
AMAZING . AWESOME . ATHLETES
The South Region Stars
As a member participant of Special Olympics Minnesota, we have made it our mission to transform lives through the joy of sport. It is through sports that those with intellectual disabilities discover new strengths and abilities, skills, and success. Our athletes find confidence and fulfillment, they demonstrate determination and courage, and they express their joy every step of the way. On the playing field and in life, they inspire people in their communities and elsewhere to open their hearts to a wider world of human talents and potential.
COMING UP
- TRACK AND FIELD information is now posted. We begin TUESDAY, April 11 at the Lincoln Center Track in South St. Paul.
- The Stars SWIM TEAM started practicing on March 11 at Two Rivers High School Aquatic Center. Information is posted.
- BASKETBALL: Begins Wednesday, March 15 at Lincoln Center.
WHAT WE DO
We are a team of Special Olympics Minnesota, offering those with intellectual disabilities sports training and competition opportunities. Our athletes discover new strengths, skills and success. We know no boundaries.
WHY WE DO IT
We are motivated to assist our athletes achieve joy and acceptance. We train and we compete and we build confidence, all while upholding our number one rule – HAVE FUN! And we have plenty of opportunities to do so – fall, winter, spring and summer.
WHERE WE DO IT
We practice in northern Dakota County (but welcome all). Pick your sports and get going: We offer team and individual sports: Alpine Skiing, Basketball, Bocce, Bowling, Flag Football, Floor Hockey, Softball, Swimming, and Track and Field.
Safety is Paramount
Special Olympics Minnesota believes the health and safety of its athletes is paramount. Beyond a sports organization, Special Olympics is a movement for people with intellectual disabilities, who are often at a higher risk of complications from COVID-19. Remember to social distance and please don’t come to practice if you are you are sick or have any symptoms of Covid. Participants who are found to have COVID-19 symptoms must wait 7 days after symptoms resolve to return to activity OR must provide written proof of physician clearance.
