Special Olympics Arizona programs to over 18,500 athletes and Unified partners across the state and hosts area and regional competitions throughout the year. These events culminate in 5 statewide competitions, where athletes and Unified partners are able to compete against teams from all around Arizona.
In order for an athlete to be eligible to compete at a State competition, the athlete must compete at their Area or State Sectional competition. State competitions are state-wide competitions conducted at the culmination of each sports season and serve as qualifiers to meet the criteria for athletes to advance to the National or World level of competition. State competitions are the highest level of competition offered for athletes within the state. State competition is conducted in compliance with Special Olympics rules.
