Special Olympics Northern California Stanislaus County

Announcements

Stay up to date with the latest news and updates from Special Olympics of Stanislaus County.

Stay Connected

We share announcements through both our website and the Stanislaus Special Olympics App. The app is the best way for parents and coaches to stay connected day-to-day, while this page keeps the broader community and new athletes informed.

Latest Announcements

Event

2026 Ripon Soccer Regional Competition

Special Olympics Northern California's Ripon Soccer Regional Competition takes place at Mistlin Sports Park in Ripon, CA. Over 150 athletes, coaches, and volunteers from 14 California counties will compete.

Event Details

Date: Sunday, October 4, 2026

Time: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM PDT (Competition: 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM)

Location: Mistlin Sports Park, 1201 W River Rd, Ripon, CA 95366

Volunteer Registration: 7:00 AM  |  Team Registration: 8:00 AM

Opening Ceremonies: 9:00 AM  |  Lunch Break: 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM

Competing Counties: 14 counties including Stanislaus, San Joaquin, Fresno, and more

Pet Policy: No pets allowed except ADA-compliant service dogs

Event

The Stanislaus Polar Plunge is Open

Polar Plunge open! Feb 21, 2027. Brave athletes jump into icy water for Stanislaus Special Olympics . Join solo or as a team. Wear a costume & make a splash! Click to register now and get freezing for a reason.

Event

Special Olympics Walking Club Information

Click for important Walking Club information and updates. There will be no meet up on September 19th. We will see you on September 26th.

Make sure to bring a water bottle, your sneakers, and a smile! Happy walking!

Event

Friday Night Out

Modesto Senior Citizens Center, 211 Bodem Street. Friday, October 2, 2026 — 7:00 to 9:30 PM. This month is Monster Mash Midway.

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Stanislaus Special Games Bowling (McHenry)

Important update from Jul 20, 2026

Details

Season Starts: September 11th

Season Ends: December 18th

Time: 4:00 PM

Location: McHenry Bowl

Note: Cost is $6.00 per each bowling day. As a reminder, you must provide your own transportation. Please arrive a little early so you have enough time to get your bowling ball and shoes.

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Stanislaus Special Games Bowling (Yosemite)

Important update from Jul 20, 2026

Details

Season Starts: September 9th

Season Ends: December 16th

Time: 3:50 PM

Location: Yosemite Bowl

Note: Cost is $6.00 per each bowling day. As a reminder, you must provide your own transportation. Please arrive a little early so you have enough time to get your bowling ball and shoes.

Event

Soccer Practice

Important update from Jul 20, 2026

Details

Season Starts: August 15th

Season Ends: October 3rd

Time: 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM

Location: The House

Note: If temperatures reach 100 degrees. Practice is cancelled. Check the weather. We will try to update as well.

General

Welcome to the 2026–2027 Season!

We are excited to welcome athletes, families, and volunteers to another great year of Special Olympics in Stanislaus County. Stay tuned for registration dates and upcoming events.

Registration

Fall Sports Registration Opening Soon

Registration for Soccer opens July 15. Basketball and Bowling registration will open in mid-November. Download the app to get notified the moment registration opens.

General

Stanislaus Special Olympics has an App!

See below for directions and information.

Download the Stanislaus Special Olympics App

The app is the primary communication tool for parents and coaches. Get real-time updates, schedules, and messages directly on your phone.

Real-Time Updates

Receive instant notifications about schedule changes, cancellations, and important reminders.

Coach & Parent Messaging

Stay in direct contact with coaches and coordinators through the app's messaging features.

Event Schedules

View upcoming practices, competitions, and events all in one place.

Athlete Information

Access important athlete details, waivers, and registration information.

QR Code — scan to open the Stanislaus County registration form on your phone

Scan with your phone camera

or

Open the app directly

Works on any device — desktop, tablet, or phone.

Open Stanislaus App

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"Add to Home Screen" option to save it as an app icon.