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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
- 2025 Higgins Classic Fiddler's Elbow Country Club 10:30 am – 5:00 pm
- Cardio Rhythm SONJ Sports Complex- EKS 6:00 pm – 6:45 pm
- Special Olympics Night at TD Bank Ballpark TD Bank Ballpark 6:35 pm – 9:30 pm
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
42nd Annual Torch Run
June 12, 2025On June 6, 2025, hundreds of dedicated officers participated in the 42nd Annual New Jersey Law Enforcement Torch Run, helping carry the “Flame of Hope” across the Garden State. Their commitment lit the way, raising vital funds and awareness for Special Olympics New Jersey athletes. The 2025 torch run is on track to raise over…
2024 S. Michael Higgins Special Olympics Scholarship Award: Catherine Reischman
June 12, 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 Chief Robert Belfiore LETR Unsung Hero Award: LETR Summer Games Grillers
June 6, 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 Spirit Award: Marc Logue
June 1, 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…