Despite the weather, the 2015 edition of the Special Olympics Indiana Polar Plunge and After Splash Bash made a huge splash at Saturday, Feb. 21, Versailles State Park. Unfortunately, all…
Effective immediately, Special Olympics Inc. (SOI), has enacted a concussion policy. The policy is for athlete safety. In addition, numerous states, including Indiana, have new state laws regarding athletics and…
As of December 1, Special Olympics Indiana has a new vendor for volunteer background screenings: Barada Associates, a family-owned business from Rushville, IN and one of 4 vendors approved by…
It is a quick-reference version of the “Athlete-Centered Coaching Guide,” which was developed as part of the Special Olympics Coaching Fellowship program. Coaches can use these proven and effective strategies…
Special Olympics Indiana – Ripley Ohio Dearborn Counties launched a new website to provide its athletes, coaches, volunteers, families and supporters with more information than ever before and in a…
Athlete Conduct The coach is responsible for keeping athletes under control. Do so by setting a good example and by disciplining when necessary. Set team rules for good behavior. If…
When working with any athlete population, it is important for coaches to ask athletes to perform technical skills (fundamentals) and tactical skills (game or event strategies) that are developmentally appropriate…
