Farmington Area Community Education

Special Olympics Minnesota

Please note: first practice is at TLLC ballfield, the following will be at Meadowview field 1. 

Participants Ages 8 and up

MN Softball is a bat-and-ball sport played between two teams. Every team aims in scoring as many runs possible, against the opponents by striking the ball with a specific bat. Pitches in softball are thrown underhand. Previous experience playing adaptive softball is required, as players should have basic knowledge of the sport without one-on-one support. This will be coach pitch or unified teams. 

Participants will be placed in a division by the Special Olympics Minnesota, based on ability level and age to give them a competitive experience.

Additional paperwork is required in order to participate in this sport. The Head of Delegation will reach out to athletes after registration with these forms. 

Fee Assistance is available for participants. If needed, please complete the following form: https://bit.ly/CE192FeeAssistance. 

This sport offers a Unified gameplay. Participants without intellectual disabilities can participate and compete on the same team. This is a voluntary role. Unified Athletes must complete a training found online, Please complete the necessary training and background check to participate: https://specialolympicsminnesota.org/get-involved/... Unified Athletes 18 years and older are required to do a background check. 

Regionals

Regional and State Competitions are optional for participants. In order to attend state, participants must compete in Regionals. More information will be shared at practice. 

Regionals will be held on July 20 in Prior Lake.

State will be held August 17, location TBD. 

**Program tuition price is subsidized with Special Olympics Minnesota Funding

Special Olympics Minnesota offers children and adults with intellectual disabilities year-round sports training and competitions. Through Special Olympics' athletic, health, and leadership programs, people with intellectual disabilities transform themselves, their communities, and the world. Learn more at https://specialolympicsminnesota.org/.