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Special Olympics New Jersey (SONJ) is excited to announce the Virtual Fall Competition offering for the 2020 Fall season. This event is open to athletes, coaches and Unified partners and is a fun and safe way to virtually connect with your teammates and peers from across the state. This format will serve as an alternative to in-person competition for those who are high-risk or may not be ready to return to the playing field. All current SONJ athletes, Unified partners, and coaches are invited to train and compete at home in a variety of sport challenges.
Fall CompetitionUpcoming Events
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Featured Event
- October 24, 2020 North Cycling Sectional Skillman Park 9:00 am – 2:00 pm
- October 24, 2020 Central Soccer Skills Sectional Mercer County Park 10:00 am – 12:30 pm
Free medical screenings were conducted throughout New Jersey in 2018
Volunteers donated their time to Special Olympics New Jersey
Athletes participated in Special Olympics New Jersey Programs
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