Special Olympics Kansas

		State Soccer & Bocce Tournament Sunday, September 26, at Lone Elm Park This year the FUNFitness Program will be offered free to athletes throughout the competition. FUNFitness provides fitness screening for athletes flexibility, functional strength, balance and aerobic condition. Athletes/Guardians must complete consent forms prior to screenings. Contact Terri Price for more information. EUNICE KENNEDY SHRIVER DAY Beginning September 25, 2010, the fourth Saturday of each September will be known as Eunice Kennedy Shriver Day, in honor of the late Special Olympics founder and her legacy of improving the lives of people with intellectual disabilities. Combining her love for her sister Rosemary, who had intellectual disabilities, and her passion for sports, Shriver founded Special Olympics in 1968, and since then the organization has grown to include more than 3.2 million athletes, both children and adults, in 180 countries. Eunice Kennedy Shriver’s actions helped open people's minds to the gifts and talents of individuals with intellectual disabilities. She believed in their possibilities, which fuels a desire in all of us to make a difference. Eunice Kennedy Shriver demonstrated an unrelenting indomitable spirit proving that one person could make a difference and change the world. Her lasting legacy must be our continued commitment to improve the lives of the 200 million people worldwide living with intellectual disabilities and experiencing social disrespect and diminished opportunities More information about Shriver and Eunice Kennedy Shriver Day is available at the Special Olympics website: www.specialolympics.org. The Rumble Has Started The 2010 World's Largest Truck Convoy committee is preparing for another record setting year in Kansas! The Convoy will be held on Saturday, September 11, 2010. We have added a western leg (that will start in Goodland at Wilken's Truck and Trailer) and will meet the eastern leg (that will start in Oakley at Mitten's Truck Stop) in Colby at the Thomas County Fairgrounds for a great lunch and auction. Also new this year is a free will BBQ supper and concert held on Friday, September 10 from 5-7 p.m. For complete event details and to see how you can be a part of the fun, check out the flyer! Cops on Doughnuts Shops - A Sweet Partnership *Krispy Kreme* Doughnuts and the Kansas Law Enforcement Torch Run are prepping for the 2010 Cops on Doughnut Shops. On the weekend of September 24-26, officers will take to the tops of their local stores to raise money and awareness for Special Olympics. All three locations (Wichita, Overland Park and Merriam) will be participating. Definitely a perfect time to let your sweet tooth win you over! Are you RED or are you BLUE? It is time for the Annual Flag Football Battle of the Badges in Topeka! The Topeka Fire Department and the Topeka Police Department will battle it out for the 7th year on Sunday, October 24, at Washburn University. Click on the flyer for details. Prairie Village Police Department to Host Dodgeball Tournament Mark your calendars. On Sunday November 7, from 1-4 p.m. Indian Hills Middle School is the place to be! Get a dodgeball team together and join the fun - click on the link to register or download the flyer for more details. Three Kansas Athletes Selected to Attend 2011 World Games in Athens, Greece Congratulations to all the athletes nominated to be the Kansas representatives on the 300 strong team that will represent the USA at the World Games in Athens Greece. It was an extremely tough decision with 24 very deserving nominees. After much consideration the following athletes have been selected: Track & Field - Natasha Leininger - Manhattan Aquatics - Brian Stauffer - Harvey County Powerlifting - Brady Tanner - Douglas County Jayhawks For the names of all the nominees click on the link. Watch the World Games page for updates. CELEBRATING CHAMPIONS 2010 Friday, August 27 On a balmy summer evening, in a beautiful garden, and surrounded by friends and family, Special Olympics Kansas honored three Metro Area athletes for their accomplishments on and off the sports field. It was a truly All American Celebration with BBQ, bocce, music and magic, and enjoyed by all who attended. Nathaniel and Katie pose with their "Story" Boards Bill Story with KCTV 5 "More in the Morning anchor, Greg Adaline, after receiving his award Funds raised at this event will benefit Special Olympics Kansas athlete programs throughout the state. Many thanks to our prime sponsor Texas Roadhouse and our generous host Dale Moorman. Be a fan of Special Olympics by ordering an All-American Slam® during your next visit to Denny's Denny’s restaurants are continuing to raise support for Special Olympics athletes at home and around the world. When you order an All-American Slam® from now through August 2011, 10-cents will be donated to Special Olympics. Participating Denny's locations in Kansas include in Topeka, Lenexa, Overland Park and Merriam. In addition, Denny’s will also be accepting customer donations on behalf of Special Olympics at the time of check payment. Proceeds will benefit Special Olympics in local communities across the U.S and will allow us to provide greater services and programs for the 3.4 million athletes who are part of the Special Olympics movement around the world. Visit the Denny's website for more information. More Fan....tastic Ways to Be a Fan Start getting your team together to Plunge for Special Olympics. Check out the events page for details of the Plunges in your area. Shop SOKS Gear Online!! Eat an All American Slam® at Denny's any time until July 2011! Take doughnuts to the office in September from Krispy Kreme Donate a case of water (or two), fruit cups, or granola bars for a local competition. Contact us at kso@ksso.org To donate your used vehicle to Special Olympics, call 1-866-628-2277 Show your Special Olympics Pride with a Bank of America Credit Card Use our car rental program through Enterprise Car Rentals Join us on Facebook	SPIRIT SPONSORS: ___________