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Summer Games was a huge success. Over 2,000 athletes competed in athletics (track & field), bocce, gymnastics, powerlifting, softball, swimming, and tennis. Learn more about all the events around this year's annual games.
Summer SportsUpcoming Events
- – Camp Shriver for Young Athletes – Week 1 Special Olympics New Jersey Sports Complex 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
- Morristown Young Athletes Program Central Park Challenger - ADA Field 9:30 am – 10:30 am
- Walking Club Grounds For Sculpture 10:30 am – 11:30 am
Free medical screenings provided to date in New Jersey
Volunteers donating their time to Special Olympics New Jersey
Athletes participating in Special Olympics New Jersey Programs.
Latest Stories from Special Olympics New Jersey
2024 Outstanding Volunteer Family: Post Family
August 8, 2025At its annual Night of Champions, Special Olympics New Jersey honors and celebrates outstanding individuals and groups. In the year leading up to the big event, award candidates are identified and nominated by their peers. These nominations are reviewed by a committee, and finally the award recipients are revealed. Awards categories include 13 outstanding county…
2024 Outstanding Athlete: Philip Sosidko
July 23, 2025At its annual Night of Champions, Special Olympics New Jersey honors and celebrates outstanding individuals and groups. In the year leading up to the big event, award candidates are identified and nominated by their peers. These nominations are reviewed by a committee, and finally the award recipients are revealed. Awards categories include 13 outstanding county…
A beautiful day with Lady Liberty
July 11, 2025With perfect weather and a breathtaking sunrise over the NYC skyline, 476 participants, along with dedicated staff and LETR volunteers, enjoyed a scenic ferry ride from Liberty State Park to Liberty Island for the 2025 Statue of Liberty 5K. After a few short speeches and the Pledge of Allegiance by SONJ athlete Charlotte, the participants…
2024 Outstanding Athlete: Robert Hopkins
July 11, 2025At its annual Night of Champions, Special Olympics New Jersey honors and celebrates outstanding individuals and groups. In the year leading up to the big event, award candidates are identified and nominated by their peers. These nominations are reviewed by a committee, and finally the award recipients are revealed. Awards categories include 13 outstanding county…