Dream It. Dare It. Do It.
Tommy Shimoda, 15, expresses himself through his sports and his “talker” – the machine that helps him put his thoughts into words. Even though Tommy has autism and verbal dysproxia, he is able to respond very well to training, according to his coach Lisa Mulcrone at Chicago’s Mt. Greenwood Park.
Spring Games
Nearly 10,000 Special Olympics athletes around the state are participating in Area Spring Games through May 8. For information and results information from your local program's Spring Games, click here to locate your Area.
2008 Marks 40th Anniversary
This year, 2008, marks an amazing milestone — the celebration of the 40th Anniversary of the first Special Olympics event. Illinois takes great pride in the history of this amazing global movement, having been the site of the first Games at Soldier Field and the home to some of the early true visionaries in the movement.
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Special Events
Attend the Gala on July 19
Join Event Chair, the Honorable Terrence A. Duffy, Executive Chairman, CME Group, as we celebrate the 40th Anniversary of Special Olympics.
Go Quackers for Ducky Derby!
Our Next State Event
Dunkin' Donuts Cops on the Rooftop
May 9, 2008
Various Cities Throughout State
More Upcoming Events
Young Athletes Culminating Event
May 9, 2008
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Neoga
District G Bocce
May 9, 2008
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Herrin
Area 8 Spring Games
May 10, 2008
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Clifton
Area 17 Spring Games
May 10, 2008
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Chatham
