A MESSAGE FROM CEO DAVID SOLO

Dear Athletes, Families, Coaches, Volunteers, Supporters & Fans –  

I am excited to see all of you once again at the 2023 Summer Games! 

Summer Games is an exciting chance to highlight the power of Special Olympics, our athletes, and the inclusive community which we’re building throughout Northern California.

Special Olympics celebrates people of all abilities, races, and backgrounds. No matter what you look like, what you sound like, or how you communicate, you are welcome here at Special Olympics. It’s a place where the power of sports leads to growth in confidence, self-worth and belonging for people of all abilities. And Summer Games encompasses all of that into three amazing days. 

To our coaches, volunteers, law enforcement supporters, sponsors and partners: thank you for all that you do for Special Olympics and for your tireless efforts at Summer Games. 

And to our athletes: good luck this weekend, have fun and I look forward to cheering you on! 

Together, we are doing something special!

Good Luck,

David L. Solo 

President & CEO 

Special Olympics Northern California  

A MESSAGE FROM THE GAMES DIRECTORS

On behalf of the entire Special Olympics Northern California Staff and Games Management Team, welcome to the 2023 Special Olympics Northern California Summer Games!

We are excited to return to Santa Clara University for our 2nd consecutive year!

We look forward to providing, hearing about and sharing some great experiences and moments this weekend.

Athletes, we wish you the best of luck in your events that you have trained so hard in all season long.  We hope you also have a chance to enjoy the Olympic Village, the free Healthy Athletes screenings, and the Dance, Movie and other fun activities. Be Brave in the Attempt!

Coaches, thank you for all of your hard work throughout the year and for making Special Olympics such a great experience for the athletes and their families.  Your contributions to the program help to prepare the athletes not only for this event, but for life.

Families and supporters, thank you for allowing the athletes the opportunity to train and compete and for being there for them this weekend and throughout the year.

In the Spirit of Special Olympics,

Julie Rodriguez

Sr. Regional Sports Director

Games Director       

Michael Preciado

Regional Sports Director

Co-Games Director