Team Washington’s basketball delegation is heading to Minnesota this summer for the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games after years of competing, leading, and building inclusive communities through Unified sports.
Representing Seattle and West Seattle High School, these athletes and student leaders have helped grow Unified programs both on and off the court while building friendships, confidence, and leadership skills along the way.
From state championship teams to national leadership opportunities, this delegation reflects the impact Unified sports can have within schools and communities.
Many athletes on Team Washington’s basketball delegation first became involved through Unified programs at school, where sports became an opportunity to compete, connect, and grow alongside teammates.
Jaykel Warwick
Jaykel Warwick of Seattle first attended basketball practices before joining Unified soccer, where he quickly discovered a passion for competition and teamwork. Alongside helping his team win the Special Olympics Washington Unified Soccer State Championship, Jaykel has also competed in varsity football and wrestling.
Outside of sports, he enjoys anime, video games, and supporting his younger siblings at their games.
Asher Rosenstock
Asher Rosenstock of Seattle has participated in Unified basketball and soccer throughout high school and has earned ten Special Olympics medals over three seasons. He also helped his Unified soccer team win a Washington State Championship while continuing to challenge himself athletically.
When he’s not competing, Asher enjoys reading, working out, video games, and spending time with his dogs, Ziva and Pearl.
Bishop Ford
Bishop Ford of Seattle has participated in Unified basketball and soccer for the past two years and says the experience helped him build strong friendships and improve his endurance on the court and field.
Outside of athletics, Bishop enjoys swimming, gaming with friends, and building small crafts.
Several members of the delegation have also become leaders promoting inclusion within their schools and communities.
Elliott Weinmann
Elliott Weinmann of Seattle has participated in Unified basketball, soccer, and cross country for three years. Through Unified sports, he has developed leadership skills and helped West Seattle High School earn National Banner School recognition.
Elliott was also part of the school’s first Special Olympics Washington Unified Soccer State Championship team and continues training while preparing for the USA Games.
Isobella “Izzy” McKamey
Isobella “Izzy” McKamey of Seattle has spent the past three years deeply involved in Unified sports and leadership programs. Through Special Olympics, she discovered a passion for inclusion and advocacy while serving as a youth leader and U.S. Youth Ambassador.
Izzy has helped organize school events, lead leadership trainings, and represent Special Olympics through national conferences and programs. Outside of school and athletics, she enjoys creating music, volunteering through her church community, and playing goalie on her Unified soccer team.
Jonas Darragh
Jonas Darragh of Seattle has competed in Unified basketball and soccer for three years while helping lead inclusion efforts within his school and community. He serves on both his school’s Unified leadership team and the Washington State Youth Activation Committee.
Jonas has also helped develop inclusion programs for younger students and says he is proud to represent both West Seattle High School and Washington at the USA Games this summer.
This summer, Team Washington’s basketball delegation will travel to Minnesota representing years of teamwork, leadership, friendship, and commitment to inclusion through Unified sports.
Together, these athletes reflect the confidence, community, and opportunities that continue to define.
Follow Team Washington’s journey to the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games at GoTeamWashington.org and stay tuned for more athlete stories in the months ahead.
