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# Athletes

Special Olympics Rhode Island offers more than 660 sports training and competition opportunities in 20 Olympic-type sports to over 4,000 individuals with intellectual disabilities.

## Eligibility

#### Age 2-7: Young Athletes

Welcome to play! Children with and without intellectual disabilities engage in activities and games at their individual ability level in a fun, inclusive environment.

#### Age 8-15: Unified Juniors

Introduction to team sports! Community-based teams out of local YMCA branches teach sports through skill-based competitions rather than gameplay.

#### Age 8 & up: Community-based programming

Game on! Athletes train and compete in any of the 23 sport seasons offered, with some restrictions based on waiting lists and safety guidelines.

Please refer to the [Eligibility Statement](https://specialolympicsri.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/SORI_STATEMENT_OF_ELIGIBILITY.pdf) and [Athlete Code of Conduct](https://specialolympicsri.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/SORI_ATHLETE_CODE_OF_CONDUCT.pdf) for more information.

## Getting started

An athlete 18 or older, parent, or guardian must complete a form below:

### Recruitment Form

Start by filling out our recruitment form here.

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## How families can get involved

Families can become spokespersons, volunteers, coaches, fundraisers, and officials -- giving them an important voice in Special Olympics Rhode Island. Families can also volunteer at events, share information, and serve in leadership roles.

[Learn more at Special Olympics Rhode Island →](https://specialolympicsri.org)

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**West Warwick Wildcats** is a Special Olympics Rhode Island team, proudly serving athletes and families since 2009.

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