Marion County
Welcome to Special Olympics Oregon – Marion County Local Program, serving athletes throughout Marion County. We are dedicated to empowering athletes through year-round sports, training, and community involvement. With three sports seasons each year, there are countless opportunities to compete, grow, and connect with others. Explore this page for information on athlete and volunteer registration, seasonal sports schedules, and current program updates.
| Sports Seasons | Winter | Summer | Fall |
| Dates | Jan-Apr | Apr-Jul | Sep-Nov |
| Sports | Basketball Cornhole Powerlifting | Athletics Bocce Golf Softball | Bowling Soccer Swimming Volleyball |
| Updates shared via Email & Facebook | Mid-November | Early March | End of July |
| Registration Deadline | Mid-December | End of March | August 10th |
Contact Us
Mailing Address
PO Box 3579
Salem OR 97302
Voicemail
503-362-8408
Local Program Team
Local Program Coordinator
Lisa Kellogg
Finance Manager
Jenny LeBelle
Sports Manager
Lauren Kellogg
Volunteer Manager
Courtnie Young
Medicals Manager
Allison Kellogg
Communications Manager
Lisa Kellogg
For Athletes
Become an Athlete
ATHLETE HEALTH HISTORY RELEASE FORM
You must be enrolled and have a form on file before participating in any Special Olympics Oregon events, practices, or competitions.
- The NEW Athlete Health History Release form is required of athletes joining for the first time and current athletes as they renew.
- This form expires annually but no longer requires a physical exam or physician’s signature, so the renewal process is much easier.
- This form replaces the old “Athlete Medical” form.
- Complete this fillable form and return it to your Local Program.
- Once the Local Program receives a complete copy of the form, the athlete will be eligible for practice and competition.
Sports & Event Schedules
Sports & Event Schedules
2026 Fall Sports Season
Medical and Registration Deadline: Registration is open until August 10th
Medical Deadline September 8th,2026
Bowling
Season Date Range: Sept. 12 thru Oct.31st
Practice Day and Time: Saturdays. 930 am to finish
Location: AMF Firebird Lanes. 4303 Center St NE Salem, Oregon
Additional Important Information:
Regional/State Competitions: Tournament date November 7th.
Soccer
Season Date Range: Sept. 12th thru Nov. 7th
Practice Day and Time: Saturdays, 10am to 12.
Location: River Road Park Keizer/Santana Park
Additional Important Information: none at the moment
Regional/State Competitions: Fall State Games Nov. 14th and 15th.
Swimming
Season Date Range: Sept. 13th thru Nov.1st
Practice Day and Time: Sundays, 10am to 12pm
Location: Sparks Center Willamette University
Additional Important Information:
Regional/State Competitions: Regional Comp. Oct. 24th
Fall State Games TBD
Volleyball
Season Date Range: Sept. 12th thru Nov. 7th
Practice Day and Time: Saturdays, 9am to 11am
Location: Houck Middle School/Blanchet Catholic School.
Additional Important Information: none at the moment
Regional/State Competitions: Fall State Games Nov. 14th and 15th
Additional Notes:
Attendance Policy: Please remember for all sports: You are only allowed to miss two practices. If you cannot commit to the entire season, keep in mind that you will be eliminated if you miss three. Due to our numbers, we must hold athletes responsible for attending practices and not taking the place of an athlete who can/will make all the practices.
Clothes/Jewelry:
- Please wear clean, comfortable clothes.
- Please avoid anything that might be offensive to your teammates.
- Please wear modest clothing – nothing too revealing.
- No jewelry, please.
- No blue jean material/Denim.
Local Program events
End of year potluck
December 13, 2025
11:00am to 2:00pm
Houck Middle School
1155 Connecticut St SE
Salem, Oregon
97317
For Coaches/Volunteers
Become a ‘Class A’ Volunteer
COACH – UNIFIED PARTNER – LOCAL PROGRAM MANAGEMENT TEAM
All volunteers who have close contact with athletes or who handle the financial assets of Special Olympics Oregon must complete a Class A volunteer application. This includes coaches, chaperones, Unified Partners and Local Program Management members. Volunteers need to complete the Class A Volunteer process which includes an online application, background check and online trainings.
Click on the link below to complete the application and trainings. The system will automatically guide you through the appropriate training modules for adults and minors.