Awesome Special Olympics Athletes Coming To Compete In Casper

Throughout the year, you can bet there are big time sporting events in Casper. State tournaments, the Shrine Bowl All-Star Football Game, regular season sports and maybe the most important of them all. The Summer Sports Classic with the Special Olympics Wyoming.

The Summer Sports Classic consists of two full days of all inclusive sports competitions with athletes from all around the state. The events are held in Casper this Friday and Saturday, August 4th & 5th.

The Special Olympic Wyoming Athletes will be competing in the following sports:

• Bowling - El Marko Lanes
• Golf - Casper Municipal Golf Course
• Cycling - Edness K Wilkins Park
• Softball - North Casper Softball Complex
• Bocce  - North Casper Softball Complex

Special Olympics Wyoming is a non-profit organization that has been working for years to offer year round opportunities for kids and adults with intellectual disabilities. It's an incredible organization that works to ensure everyone

Through the Special Olympics, participants get chances to

• Work on Physical Fitness
• Express Courage
• Experience Joy
• Participate in events and activities
• Be a part of a community of family and friends

There are still many open ways for you to volunteer your time and help during the event.

• Score Keepers
• Assisting with skill stations
• Award Medals

If you're interested in volunteering, this link has all the information you'll need.

All of the events are open to the public and everyone is encouraged to go out and root on all of the athletes that work hard training in their respective sport.

Here's a list of the events.