Athletes

Athletes

Seven sports are currently offered throughout the year, making it possible for athletes to train and compete in multiple events.

  • Bowling
  • Bocce
  • Soccer
  • Golf
  • Basketball
  • Swimming
  • Track & Field

Please visit http://www.sofl.org/sports.aspx to see all 20 sports that are provided through Special Olympics Florida and the 8 week training competition cycle for each sport. If you are interested in a sport that we do not provide please call the number below to discuss how we can get it started.

Become An Athlete

Whether you wish to become a Special Olypics athlete or a Unified Partner, we take steps to ensure that you and your fellow athletes and volunteers have the best experience possible. The Information and forms found on this page will help you know what is expected of Special Olympics athletes and Unified Partners and what forms are required prior to participation. Once you have downloaded and completed the necessary forms, send them directly to the address below.

Athlete Registration

Persons with intellectual disabilities registering for Special Olympics must submit the following forms:

  • Application of Participation Medical Form
  • Official Special Olympics Release Form
  • Atlanto-Axial Instability Status Form (for Athletes w/Down Syndrome)
  • Special Release for Athletes w/ Atlanto-Axial Instability (if necessary)
  • Special Provisions Regarding Medical Treatment (if necessary)

Unified Partners

Persons who wish to participate in our Unified Sports program must submit this registration form. This is a program that provides individuals with special needs (athletes) and individuals without special needs (partners) the opportunity to train and compete together as a team.

Appropriate Behaviors for Athletes

Athlete Code of Conduct Form outlines what is expected of any athlete and the consequences for non-appropriate behavior.

Contact Us

If you have any further questions or need more information:

Michelle Jacobs McCormick, Duval County Coordinator

904.307.4221

michellejacobs@soflduval.org