Unified Juniors is an extension of the Young Athletes program that focuses on a variety of sports specific skills that children can use in future sports team participation. Unified Juniors is for children ages 8-12 years old with and without intellectual disabilities.
Children can attend this program if there is not a Special Olympics team in their area, or they can join Unified Juniors in conjunction with a team.
Unified Juniors is meant to introduce children to the world of competitive sports in a gradual, fun and non-intimidating manner. Participants will gain knowledge of Special Olympics sports as well as the “Play Unified” movement.
Unified Juniors will focus on the following sports:
CONTACT
Michael Kane | Vice President of Program
michael.kane@somn.org | 763.270.7169