Would you like to run with the Special Olympics torch?

February 24, 2010 by deb · Leave a Comment 

In 2010, Police officers will take the “Flame of Hope” torch across 40 cities in 29 days leading into the opening ceremony of the National Special Olympics Games being held in Adelaide.   This Law Enforcement Torch run event is Australia’s biggest fun run event for 2010.  All athletes, whether you are competing in the games or not, coaches, volunteers, supporters and famly are invited to participate.  To register, visit the link www.runwiththelaw.com.au 

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Tribute to SOSUNS Coaches

February 11, 2010 by deb · Leave a Comment 

SOSUNS coaches truly are inspirational!  Every week they attend our numerous sports, venues and times, bringing along with them tons of enthusiasm and dedication, determined to teach our athletes to do their best in an atmosphere of fun and acceptance. Read more

SOSUNS Celebration of Dance

January 16, 2010 by deb · Leave a Comment 

The 2009 dance program finished spectacularly with a dance concert featuring five of the SOSUNS dance groups and the Inala Music Ensemble.  Held at the kindly donated Turramurra High School Hall, the concert showcased our athletes dancing routines they have spent much of the year learning at lessons attended each week.  Each group performed at least two dances for an appreciative audience whose only complaint for the night was that it had to end. Read more

Tennis Cove and Marty Sports Support SOSUNS

December 18, 2009 by deb · Leave a Comment 

Eighteen months ago a group of athletes living in the Chatswood/Willoughby area desperately wanted to join Special Olympics and learn how to play tennis.  There was just two problems - extensive phone calls and research had failed to find them a coach or a venue.  And then to their rescue came David Falconer of Tennis Cove and Martin Coles of Marty Sports. Read more

SOSUNS athletes have fun with Franklins volunteers at Christmas party

December 9, 2009 by deb · Leave a Comment 

SOSUNS families gathered at St Ives Village Green on Sunday for the annual Christmas party, trophy presentation and AGM.  Blessed with fantastic weather and no blackouts the families enjoyed a relaxing afternoon  spending time together, reminiscing on a great year of SOSUNS events. Read more

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