Athletics was an event at the first Special Olympics International Games held in Chicago, Illinois in 1968. Athletics Training Season is usually from March to June.
- Athletics Resources – rules, coaching guides, fact sheets, etc.
Details for area p athletics/track & Field Program
***AREA P hosts athletics/track & field programs in Lackawanna and Wayne counties. Please see details below on each training location.***
LACKAWANNA COUNTY
SOPA Season: Spring
Location: St Michaels Hall
Head Coach: Marge O’Neill
What to Expect:
Training Specifics:
Competition Dates:
Equipment: We will provide all the required equipment.
Uniform Requirements: We will provide athletes with a uniform. Athletes are responsible for all other athletic apparel. Sneakers must be worn.
WAYNE COUNTY
SOPA Season: Spring
Location: Wayne County YMCA and Wayne Highlands Middle School Track
Head Coach: Deb O’Neill
What to Expect:
Training Specifics:
Competition Dates:
Equipment: We will provide all the required equipment.
Uniform Requirements: We will provide athletes with a uniform. Athletes are responsible for all other athletic apparel. Sneakers must be worn.
**IMPORTANT CONSIDERATIONS**
ALL athletes must have a current medical (on Special Olympics PA medical form) that runs through the end of the season. If the athlete medical is not up-to-date, athletes WILL NOT be able to participate. Unfortunately, there are no exceptions to this rule since it poses a safety risk to the entire program. An up-to-date medical must always be on file with the coach as well as sent to the program manager for filing.
ALL athletes must attend at least 8 trainings and participate in qualifiers to be eligible to compete in State Games (Summer Games/Fall Festival/Indoor Winter Games).
ALL athletes can participate in multiple sports during the same season, but must declare a primary sport for State Games (Summer Games/Fall Festival/Indoor Winter Games).