Special Olympics Michigan Announces Athlete Delegation for 2026 USA Games Training Camp
Special Olympics Michigan (SOMI) is proud to announce the selection of 45 athletes and Unified partners, as well as 15 coaches who have been invited to attend the official Team Michigan Training Camp in preparation for the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games set to take place in Minneapolis, Minnesota. These athletes represent the best of Michigan, chosen based on their outstanding performance and dedication at statewide qualifying events.
2,500 Athletes to Compete at Special Olympics Michigan Summer Games at Central Michigan University
Nearly 2,500 athletes from across the state will gather on the campus of Central Michigan University from May 29 – May 31 to compete in the 2025 Special Olympics Michigan (SOMI) Summer Games, marking the 51st year of one of the largest and most inspiring inclusive sporting events in Michigan.
Supported by a total delegation of more than 3,200—including athletes, Unified partners, coaches, and chaperones —SOMI State Summer Games represent the spirit of inclusion, courage, and determination that defines the Special Olympics movement. Athletes will compete in eight Olympic-style sports, including athletics (track & field), bocce, horseshoes, gymnastics, pickleball, powerlifting, swimming, and volleyball.
2025 Guide to SOMI State Summer Games
May 29 – May 31, 2025
Central Michigan University - Mount Pleasant, Michigan
The 2025 State Summer Games presented by SpartanNash represent 51 years of in-person competition on the campus of Central Michigan University. Join us for the biggest Special Olympics Michigan event of the year, featuring nearly 4,000 athletes, eight sports, health and wellness screenings, and of course, three full days of FUN in Mount Pleasant, Michigan!
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Detailed Event Schedule
CMU Campus Event Map
Mt. Pleasant lodging/hotels
GENERAL SCHEDULE
A complete schedule of events, including competition times and locations, can be viewed here. For your individual sports, please click on the appropriate tab at the bottom of the spreadsheet.
What We Do
Special Olympics Michigan provides year-round sports training and athletic competition for children and adults with intellectual disabilities.
Athletes develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage and experience joy while participating in the sharing of gifts, skills and friendship among their families, Special Olympics athletes and the community. The athletes achieve their dreams with the support of caring volunteers, coaches, family members and staff. Donations from Michigan citizens and businesses provide funding for the program.
- 23,807 Participants
- 24 Sports
- 2,954 Active Certified Coaches
- 23,216 Volunteers
Our Partners
