Team NorCal at USA Games
The 2026 Special Olympics USA Games, set for June 20–26, 2026 in Minnesota, will unite 3,000 elite athletes, 1,500 dedicated coaches, 10,000 passionate volunteers, and 75,000 roaring fans from across the nation for a world-class display of athleticism and determination.
But this isn’t just an event—it’s a triumph of the human spirit. A stage where courage reigns, unity shines, and greatness knows no limits. Prepare for a phenomenon that will captivate the country and leave a legacy of inspiration.
In advance of each USA Games, Special Olympics NorCal athletes, Unified Partners and coaches are selected to comprise the Special Olympics NorCal delegation. For the 2026 USA Games, NorCal will send 9 teams (including 2 Unified Teams), 56 athletes, and 20 coaches who collectively represent 40+ counties throughout Northern California.
Together with fans from around the country, the event celebrates the ability of more than 3,000 incredible athletes from all 50 states who will be competing in approximately 16 Olympic-type team and individual sports. USA Games bring an unrivaled opportunity for sparking new energy around the Special Olympics movement and creating a lasting legacy of positive change.
Watch as Teams Learn They Will Be Going to the 2026 USA Games
By the Numbers
09
Different Sports
56
NorCal Athletes
20
NorCal Coaches
41
NorCal Counties
3K+
USA Games Competitors
1.5K+
USA Games Coaches
10K+
USA Games Volunteers
75K+
USA Games Fans
Sponsorship Opportunities
Join the Journey. Stand with Champions.
The 2026 USA Games will be a moment in history—help us make it unforgettable.
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