June 21st & 22nd
University of Vermont
Join us for the Special Olympics Vermont Summer Games 2024, taking place at the University of Vermont! Witness the incredible talents of athletes from across the state as they compete in Bocce and Basketball! These games will bring together athletes, supporters, volunteers, and community members to celebrate inclusion, determination, and sportsmanship.
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SPORTS
Bocce
Moved to the Indoor Turf
due to weather
Basketball
Patrick Gym Building
GENERAL SCHEDULE
This schedule indicates only the basic outline of the event, please refer to the Event Guide for full detailed schedule. If you have any additional questions about the schedule, please send us a message! ​
Friday, June 21st
3:30pm-4:00pm: LETR Final Leg runs the torch to Patrick Gymnasium
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4:00pm-5:00pm: Opening Ceremonies at Patrick Gymnasium
Guest Speaker: Burlington Mayor Emma Mulvaney-Stanak
Saturday, June 22nd
9:00am-4:00pm: Competitions & Activities
Basketball - Patrick Gymnasium Building
Bocce - Indoor Turf
Healthy Athletes - MAC Court
MAP
Navigating to event locations starting at Patrick Gym Lobby. To view an interactive detailed map of UVM Campus CLICK HERE.
HEALTHY ATHLETES
Saturday, June 22 | 9:30am - 3:00pm
MAC (Multipurpose Athletic Courts)
At this year's Summer Games we are excited to be hosting Special Smiles® Healthy Athletes Screening We also will be hosting a health education station focusing on nutrition, physical fitness, hydration, and sun safety.
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Healthy Athletes Screenings are not just opportunities for athletes, it is also an opportunity for healthcare professionals and students to learn more about how to provide inclusive health practices to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
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Special Smiles®
Athletes are offered free dental screenings, comprehensive oral health care information, instruction on correct brushing and flossing techniques, and all athletes walk away with free preventative supplies such as toothpaste, toothbrush, and floss!
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YOUNG ATHLETES
Another offering we have at this year's Summer Games is a Young Athletes pop-up! Special Olympics Young Athletes sport and play program for children with and without intellectual and developmental disabilities ages 2 to 7.
Saturday, June 22 | 9:30am - 10:30am
MAC (Multipurpose Athletic Courts)
Starting June 18th members of Vermont's law enforcement community will carry the Flame of Hope across the state. The Final Leg will lead into Opening Ceremonies UVM on Friday afternoon! Show your support for LETR by buying a t-shirt, cheering on runners as they carry the torch through your community, or making a donation!
