Participation in ALPs may be in addition to or in place of participation in traditional Special Olympics Programs. For more information on these programs, contact Amy P. Johnson , vice president of communications. This is one of the sports opportunities within the Special Olympics Athlete Leadership Program. Special Olympics encourages athletes to participate in all levels of the movement.
Athletes choose a sport that matches their interests and abilities.
Special Olympics athletes are held to the same standards as any other official performing the same task. Inc. Each sport may have separate and specific requirements. Special Olympics athletes work with a mentor and both must attend the Special Olympics Officials Program for Athletes Training Seminar and complete practicum requirements. Athletes as Coaches Special Olympics athletes may determine that they re interested in coaching other Special Olympics athletes. This is another opportunity within the Special Olympics Athlete Leadership Program.