Arizona
Special Olympics Arizona’s 2022 Fall Games coming to West Valley
PHOENIX — Greater than 1,000 athletes will showcase their expertise on the Particular Olympics Arizona’s 2022 Fall Video games within the West Valley.
Individuals will compete in swimming on the Shock Aquatic Heart and softball and bocce occasions at Pioneer Neighborhood Park in Peoria Friday and Saturday.
The Fall Video games opening ceremonies will happen on Friday from 7-9 p.m. at Shock Stadium with an athletes dinner at 5 p.m.
“We’re so excited to kick off the 2022 Fall Video games and welcome our athletes from all throughout the state of Arizona,” Jamie Heckerman, president and CEO of Particular Olympics Arizona, stated in a press launch.
“That is considered one of our largest competitions of the yr and an effective way to rejoice our athletes all through the state.”
Particular Olympics Arizona will even present complimentary medical exams and academic alternatives through the group’s Wholesome Athletes program.
Programming will embody Sturdy Minds, Particular Smiles, Match Toes and FUNfitness to cowl stress administration expertise, oral well being, ft and decrease extremity exams and bodily remedy.
“It’s such a enjoyable occasion, we encourage your entire neighborhood to return out and help these nice athletes and rejoice inclusion,” Heckerman stated.
A full record of occasions and instances is posted on-line.