From the Torch Run to the Finish Line — Summer Games Awaits
Our signature event of the year is almost here!
From June 5-7, thousands of athletes, Unified Sports® partners, and coaches from all corners of our state will unite for three unforgettable days at Summer Games, presented by Pratt & Whitney, an RTX business.
This annual event features:
5 sports including cycling, soccer, swimming, tennis, track & field
7 Healthy Athletes® disciplines with free health screenings and education
Want to be part of the action? Volunteers are still needed to help create an unforgettable experience for our athletes - from sport venues and meal distribution to Healthy Athletes and event support.
One month from today, Team Connecticut will be on the national stage at the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games in Minnesota, held June 20-26. Now is the time to rally behind the 59 athletes, Unified Sports® partners, coaches, and staff who will join thousands of people from all corners of our country to display determination, sportsmanship, and the power of inclusion.
You can show your support in a variety of ways:
Learn more about the people who will represent our state with pride - every team, every sport, every champion.
Donate now to a team, sport, or individual to make this the experience of a lifetime - help us reach our $40,000 fundraising goal by May 31.
Wear your pride by shopping Team CT's store - $5 from each item purchased by May 24 fuels the journey.
Don't wait - every second and every dollar counts to help the team to both the start and the finish line!
Rappel 30+ stories down the side of Mohegan Sun's Sky Tower while supporting nearly 14,000 athletes across Connecticut. Help us reach new heights as we try to raise more than 2025's record-breaking amount of $200,000+!
📅 Friday, August 28 📍 Mohegan Sun | Uncasville, CT
Whether you're conquering fears, checking off a bucket-list adventure, or teaming up with coworkers and friends, Over the Edge is an adrenaline-filled experience that makes a real impact. No experience needed - just the courage to step over the edge for inclusion.
The more you raise, the more exclusive incentives you unlock. Only 120 total slots available - secure yours today!
We’re excited to welcome several new team members who are bringing fresh energy, passion, and experience to our Special Olympics mission and movement. Get to know the newest faces helping drive inclusion forward, and be on the lookout at the next event to give them a warm welcome!
SOCT Global Messengers, staff, and volunteers had the honor of visiting the Senate Chambers to meet with our state representatives at the Capitol in Hartford. The group shared updates on the impact of our programs across Connecticut - and most importantly, thanked our legislators for their continued support.
The 22nd Annual Special Olympics Unified Sports® Awards Banquet hosted by the Connecticut Interscholastic Athletic Conference (CIAC) and SOCT was attended by over 800 athletes, Unified Sports® partners, coaches, administrators, families, and honorees. The Banquet celebrates Unified Sports® teams and teammates in schools, who promote inclusivity both in and out of the classroom. Click the button to see the winners and read more May news.
