Families

Benefits for Athletes and Families

Families who have children with intellectual disabilities are like other families; however, having a child with unique needs often thrusts them into situation that make their everyday lives more challenging.  Special Olympics gives families the chance to be a part of sports training and competition, enabling social interaction and fun.  The focus is on what the athlete can do; the focus is on being able to share in the joy with others; the focus is to allow the athlete to train and compete on an even playing field, sharing in the joy and excitement of competition.

Sports

Currently, Round Rock ISD Special Olympics offer nine sports:

• Aquatics

• Basketball

• Bowling

• Cycling

• FUNdamentals, formerly Motor Activities Training Program (MATP)

• Powerlifting

• Soccer

• Tennis

• Track and Field