Yamhill County
Welcome to Special Olympics Oregon – Yamhill County Local Program, serving athletes throughout Yamhill 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-April | April-July | Sept-Nov |
| Sports | Basketball Cornhole Powerlifting | Athletics Bocce Golf | Bowling Swimming Volleyball |
| Updates shared via Email & Facebook | Early December | Early March | Mid-July |
| Registration Deadline | End of December | End of March | Mid-August |
Contact Us
Mailing Address
PO Box 1203
McMinnville OR, 97128
Voicemail
971-238-5983
Local Program Team
Local Program Coordinator
Jill Olson
Finance Manager
Andrea Murray
Communications Manager
Karen Lang
Sports & Equipment Manager
Bill Murray
Fundraising Manager
Sarah Moore
Volunteer Manager
Shawna Vaughn
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 Season
Click Here to Register!!
Fall State Games: November 14-15 | Tualatin Hills (Beaverton)
Volleyball
Season Date Range: September 17 – November 15
Practice Day and Time: Fridays | 5:30 pm – 7:45 pm
Location: Dunaway Middle School, McMinnville, OR
➡️ No Regional Competition
➡️ State Competition: Nov. 14-15 | To Be Announced
Bowling
Sherwood
Season Date Range: Sept.3 – Nov. 19
Practice Day and Time: Thursdays | 6pm – 8pm
Location: Langer’s Entertainment, Sherwood, OR
Keizer
Season Date Range: Sept. 5 – Nov.14
Practice Day and Time: Saturdays | 10am – 12pm
Location: The Rec Lanes, Keizer, OR
➡️ Remote Regional Competition: At local location.
➡️ No State Competition
Swimming
Season Date Range: Aug. 22 – Nov. 15
Practice Day and Time: Saturdays and Sundays | 3pm – 5pm
Location: Chehalem Aquatic Center
➡️ Regional Competition: Oct. 24 | Chehalem Aquatics Center, Newberg, OR
➡️ State Competition: Nov. 14 | Tualatin Hills Aquatic Center, Beaverton, OR
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 practices. 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.
- No denim.
- Please avoid anything that might be offensive to your teammates.
- Please wear modest clothing – nothing too revealing.
- No jewelry, please.
Local Program Events
Current Schedule
Mark Your Calendars
January
- Winter Sports Begin | Cornhole, Basketball & Powerlifting
- Monday Nights: Fitness & Fun | 6:00pm on School Days | Mabel Rush Elementary in Newberg (No Registration Required)
February
- Monday Nights: Fitness & Fun | 6:00pm on School Days | Mabel Rush Elementary in Newberg (No Registration Required)
March
- TopGolf Begins
- Monday Nights: Fitness & Fun | 6:00pm on School Days | Mabel Rush Elementary in Newberg (No Registration Required)
- Jersey Mike’s Day of Giving
- Summer Sports Registration Begins (TBD)
April
- Monday Nights: Fitness & Fun | 6:00pm on School Days | Mabel Rush Elementary in Newberg (No Registration Required)
- Knights of Columbus Tootsie Roll Drive
- BottleDrop Give
May
- Monday Nights: Fitness & Fun | 6:00pm on School Days | Mabel Rush Elementary in Newberg (No Registration Required)
June
- June 6: Bocce regionals at Mt. View Champions Park (Beavertson)
- June 7: Golf regionals at Stone Creek (Oregon City)
- June 14: Track regionals at Willamette University (Salem)
July
- July 11-12: Summer State Games in Corvallis
- July 25: 3rd Annual Truck Pull | Evergreen Space Museum
August
- Fall Sports Registration Begins (TBD)
September
- Fall Sports Begin | Volleyball, Bowling & Swimming
- Monday Nights: Fitness & Fun | 6:00pm on School Days | Mabel Rush Elementary in Newberg (No Registration Required)
October
- Monday Nights: Fitness & Fun | 6:00pm on School Days | Mabel Rush Elementary in Newberg (No Registration Required)
November
- Monday Nights: Fitness & Fun | 6:00pm on School Days | Mabel Rush Elementary in Newberg (No Registration Required)
December
- Winter Sports Registration Begins (TBD)
- Monday Nights: Fitness & Fun | 6:00pm on School Days | Mabel Rush Elementary in Newberg (No Registration Required)
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.
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!
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 – Yamhill 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, email yamhill@soor.org