Since the first Special Olympics World Games were held in Chicago, Illinois, USA in July 1968, the event has grown to become one of the world's leading athletic events. Every two years, thousands of Special Olympics athletes from around the world come together to showcase their athletic skills and celebrate the spirit of Special Olympics.

Alternating between Summer and Winter Games, the Special Olympics World Games is a world-class sporting event featuring intense competition and inspiring performances by the great athletes of Special Olympics.

2009 World Winter Games!

The 2009 Winter World Games will be held in Boise, Idaho from February 7-13, 2009.

Special Olympics North Dakota is sending 3 athletes and 1 coach to the World Winter Games.  They are Amy Blehm and Blaine Schulz competing in Snow Shoe with Cindy Schopper as a coach and Josh Jerome competing in Alpine Skiing.

Good Luck Athletes and Coaches!!

You can view more information by going to www.2009worldgames.org.