For nearly half a century, Special Olympics Arizona has embraced, empowered, and emboldened athletes of all abilities, creating a more inclusive playing field in the process.

Over 1,000 athletes from across Arizona will come to Skyline High School to kick off the Fall Games for Special Olympics Arizona.

More than 1,000 Special Olympics athletes across the state will head to the Valley next weekend to compete in the 2021 Fall Games presented by Casino Arizona.

Special Olympics Arizona sends 115 athletes to national competition A big sendoff in Phoenix Friday recognized 115 of Arizona's most dedicated and passionate athletes.

More than 1,000 athletes from around Arizona compete this weekend in Special Olympics events being held at Mesa's Skyline High School.

Several athletes are competing in the "Over the Edge" challenge for Special Olympics Arizona.

Special Olympics Arizona, a nonprofit organization that provides services to people with intellectual disabilities, recently unveiled its new 15,000-square-foot state headquarters in Goodyear.

Special Olympics Arizona provides year-round sports training and athletic competition in a variety of sports for children and adults with intellectual disabilities.

Funds support Special Olympics of Arizona. Johanna Eubank is a digital producer for the Arizona Daily Star and tucson.com. She has been with the Star in various capacities since 1991.

Proceeds from the event will benefit Special Olympics Arizona’s Mountain Area athletes.

More than 1,000 athletes from around Arizona compete this weekend in Special Olympics events being held at Mesa's Skyline High School. In 1975, the first Special Olympics Arizona event was introduced.