From March 1-3, 2024, at MetLife Stadium, teams from across New Jersey came together, donning their jerseys and tying their cleats, ready to battle it out on a professional football field. The 18th annual Snow Bowl aimed to raise funds for SONJ, enabling the organization to provide programming and support for individuals with intellectual disabilities through sport.
The 3-day, 6×6 flag football tournament raised $500,000 for the thousands of Special Olympics New Jersey athletes.
Snow Bowl is a unique fundraising event that gives players the chance to compete on the renowned turf field of the New York Giants. Five flag football games are played at once with unlimited panoramic stadium views. This year, the 2024 Snow Bowl had 91 teams compete with over 1,300 players, and over 100+ volunteers, including officials, physical therapy staff and Law Enforcement Torch Run event staff.
From the rain to shine, spectators conquered the weather to fill the stands to watch the teams play all weekend. Snow Bowl participants and spectators also had the unique opportunity to tour the Giants locker room and Legacy Club.
Many SONJ athletes took to the field to assist with coin tosses and honorary plays.
Friday and Sunday teams consisted of Law Enforcement/Fire Fighters competitive & recreation; Saturday was competitive & recreation, 40 & older teams.
Top Fundraising Teams
Luke’s Warriors
$23,712
Remember the Hasbeens
$18,500
Shark Finns
$17,815
Jordan’s Avengers
$17,634
Thank you again to everyone who participated in this year’s event. Huge shout-out to our volunteer officials (this tournament could not happen without you) and to the numerous volunteers, staff, and sponsors. We cannot wait to see everyone next year, for the 2025 Snow Bowl!
