Multnomah County
Welcome to Special Olympics Oregon – Multnomah County Local Program, serving athletes throughout Multnomah 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 | Mid-July |
| Registration Deadline | Mid-December | End of March | August 28th, 2026 |
Contact Us
Mailing Address
PO Box 14519
Portland OR, 97293
Voicemail
503-721-4357
Local Program Team
Local Program Coordinator
Jenny Maronek
Finance Manager
Volunteer Manager
Sianna Johnson
Equipment Manager
Andy Vu
Medicals Manager
Nancy Newell
Sports Manager
Matt Kupka
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.
REGISTRATION
Please click on link below to complete registration for each season. When registration is open each season, link will be updated. Please make sure you fill out all registration pages. You will receive a confirmation message and email if registration was successful.
Medical and Registration Deadline: August 28th, 2026
Sports & Event Schedules
Local Program events
No Program Events Currently Scheduled
Please check back later for further updates
Sports & Event Schedules
2026 Fall Season
Medical and Registration Deadline: August 28th, 2026
Athletes: 2026 Fall Season – Athlete Registration
Volunteers: Multnomah County Coach Volunteer Registration – Fall 2026
Bowling
Season Date Range: September 5th – October 24th
Practice Day and Time: Saturdays, 9:00 – 10:30 AM
Location: King Pins, Portland
Regional: October 31st, KingPins
Soccer
Season Date Range: September 19th – November 7th
Practice Day and Time: Saturdays 10:00 -11:30 AM
Location: TBD
State Competition: November 14th & 15th, Providence Park, Portland
Swimming
Season Date Range: September 13 – November 7th
Practice Day and Time: Sundays 8:00 – 10:00 AM
Location: Parkrose High School Pool
Regional: November 1st, Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District
State Competitions: November 14th, Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District
Volleyball
Season Date Range: September 12th – November 7th
Practice Day and Time: Saturdays, 10:00 – 11:30 AM
Location: Parkrose Middle School
State Competitions: November 14th & 15th, Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District
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. Exceptions are possible on a case by case basis but not for vacations or other non-illness choices.
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.
For 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.
Register for the Season as a Volunteer
Please click on link below to complete registration for head sport coaches, head coaches, assistant coaches, and team helpers. Each season, when registration is open, link will be updated. Please make sure you fill out all registration pages. You will receive a confirmation message and email if registration was successful.
Join Our Local Program Management Team
Be a part of our community of athletes, volunteers, and fans by joining our Local Program Management Team!
- Do you like to reach out to others?
- Do you like to meet new people?
- Do you have a passion for success?
We are seeking individuals to help with volunteers, sports, social media, finances and funds!
Register to become an approved Special Olympics Volunteer here. »
- Head Sport Coaches to lead and organize coaches, athletes and teams
- Head Team Coaches to lead each team
- Assistant Coaches for all sports
- Team Helpers to help us maintain our 4:1 ratio at all times
You only need to spend a few hours per week to help make a big impact!
If you are looking for professional experience to add to your resume, want to be inspired and have a major impact in your community, or want to be part of a team; Special Olympics Oregon – Multnomah County leadership roles change lives and bring people together! You can be a part of the team!
For more information about the different roles available, reach out to Caitlin Buyserie at: