Articles from Special Olympics USA Games

UNRL, a premium athletic and lifestyle brand based in St. Paul, Minn., has signed on as a Platinum Partner of the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games, taking place in Minnesota June 20-26, 2026.

U.S. Bank today announced it has committed to be a partner of the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games, to be held in Minnesota from June 20-26, 2026. U.S. Bank is both the Official Volunteer Sponsor and the Official Competitive Cheer Sponsor of the USA Games.

On May 29, the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games announced that soccer will be featured as one of its 19 team and individual sports. Soccer events will take place from June 20-26, 2026 at the National Sports Center (NSC) in Blaine, a venue recognized as the world's largest amateur sports and meeting facility. The NSC boasts 52 soccer fields and serves as a vital hub for youth soccer throughout the Midwest, in addition to being the official training ground for Minnesota United FC.

Special Olympics today appointed seven new leaders to the organization's 2026 Special Olympics USA Games Board of Directors to help oversee the national celebration of inclusivity that will bring together thousands from all 50 states to Minnesota. The First Lady of Minnesota joins a notable list of business executives, nonprofit leaders and star athletes, including former Minnesota Twins shortstop Roy Smalley, who have been called to champion the milestone sporting event.