Updated on September 21, 2022
We’re excited to announce the continuation of in-person training and competition this Fall. Fall season kicked off on August 22 with the following competitive sports: bowling, flag football, volleyball and gymnastics. Regional competitions will be held for all sports in the lead-up to State Fall Games on November 18-20 in the Tri-Cities. For more information on Fall Season, visit our events calendar.
Athletes, parents and caregivers: please check with your coach or area director to confirm the specific sports that will be offered in your area during fall season.
Our return to in-person activities, including training and local/regional/state competitions, is subject to change based on developments with the COVID-19 pandemic and guidance from state and local health authorities.
COVID-19 Information and Resources
Announcements & Updates
- NEW: Statement on Continuation of Masking and Vaccine Protocols (September 2022)
- Special Olympics Washington Statement on Vaccine Mandates (Current as of November 2021)
COVID-19 General Resources for All
- Return To Activities – Resources for Sport Risk (2021)
- Code of Conduct and Waiver Form Addendum
- COVID-19 Resource Page – Center for Disease Control & Prevention
- COVID-19 Vaccine – Washington State Department of Health
- COVID-19 Testing – Washington State Department of Health
- COVID-19 Vaccine: Myth-vs-Fact
- What to do if exposed to COVID-19
- What you need to know about the COVID-19 vaccine
- COVID-19 – Identifying High-Risk Participants
- How to Wear a Face Mask
- Special Olympics Strong Minds Workbook & Mental Health Resource Guide
Paperwork & Forms
- Athlete Registration Packet (Current as of September 2021)
- Unified Partner Registration Packet (Current as of May 2021)
- COVID-19 Participant Code of Conduct
- COVID-19 Participant Code of Conduct and Risk Form (Spanish; June 2021)
- COVID-19 Waiver Form
Explainer Videos
- COVID-19 Participant Code of Conduct Explainer Video
- Travel to Activity and Onsite Screening Video
- Coaching Adjustments Video
- Preparing the Venue Video
Frequently Asked Questions
- COVID-19 Vaccine and Screening Protocols
- Coaches Training**Coming soon**
- Sports-Specific and On-Site Screening
Coaches Resources
Fundraising Resources
- Fundraising Return To Activities Guide (Current as of July 2021)
- Fundraising Return to Activities Approval Form