Special Olympics Ohio - Ashland County "Dragons"

06/16/2026

Come join the fun!!

🎤🌟 American Idol Karaoke Night! 🌟🎤

Come join the fun at Adult Activities ACBDD!

🎶 American Idol Karaoke Night
📅 Thursday, June 18th
📍 Dale Roy Cafeteria
⏰ 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
💲 FREE Admission

🎤 Show off your singing talent or cheer on your friends!
🍨 Enjoy delicious Ice Cream Sundaes
🎁 Door Prizes
💵 Cash Prizes for Winners

This event is open to all adults and individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD).

Bring your favorite song, your best singing voice, and get ready for an evening of music, laughter, and fun with friends!

Everyone is welcome—come make memories and be a star for the night! ⭐🎶

06/11/2026

Softball is CANCELED due to expected extreme heat for Thursday, June 11. See you next Tuesday.  Stay cool! 

06/04/2026

Thank you to the very nice couple who stopped by the Brew-ABLE beverage trailer this morning at Walmart. They happen to know one of our athletes! 

06/03/2026

05/31/2026

💜🐉 STATE/SUMMER GAMES – FINAL DAY! 🐉💜

As we wrap up an unforgettable weekend at The Ohio State University, we celebrate our Ashland County Dragons and all they have accomplished 💪❤️

Over the past three days, our athletes have competed with heart, courage, and determination — achieving personal bests, earning medals, and most importantly, living out their dreams on the state stage 🥇🥈🥉

Today, we say THANK YOU…

💜 To our athletes — for your hard work, passion, and never giving up
💜 To our coaches & volunteers — your dedication makes this all possible
💜 To our parents & providers — for your constant support and encouragement
💜 To our chaperones — for caring for our athletes every step of the way

A very special recognition to our Coordination Team…
✨ Angela Lowther & Rudi Schneiders – leading us forward into the future….your first Summer/State games are a wrap!

✨ JoAnne Weber – for her years of dedication as Coordinator and her continuing on as a coach and mentor to our athletes

JoAnne, your impact on this program and these athletes is lasting and deeply appreciated 💜

This weekend was about more than competition… it was about community, inclusion, and believing in every athlete’s ability to succeed 💜

We are so proud to represent Ashland County.
We are proud of our team.
We are proud to be DRAGONS 🐉

Until next time…
🔥 GO DRAGONS!! 🔥

05/31/2026

💜🐉 STATE/SUMMER GAMES – DAY 2 EVENING FUN! 🐉💜

After a full day of competition, our Ashland County Dragons hit the dance floor… and WOW did they bring the energy! 🎉🕺💃

The State Games Dance is always a favorite, and tonight was no exception — full of:
🎶 Music
😂 Laughter
💃 Dancing
🤝 Friendships

From big smiles to awesome dance moves, our athletes celebrated the day the best way possible — together ❤️

These moments are just as important as competition… building confidence, friendships, and memories that will last a lifetime 💜

📸 Check out some of the fun from tonight!

Now it’s time to rest up… one more day to go!
🔥 GO DRAGONS!! 🔥

05/30/2026

💜🐉 STATE/SUMMER GAMES – DAY 2 COMPLETE! 🐉💜

Another incredible day for our Ashland County Dragons at The Ohio State University!

Our athletes competed with heart and determination in:
🏃‍♀️ Track & Field
🎯 Bocce
🎳 Bowling

And brought home:
🥇 Gold
🥈 Silver
🥉 Bronze
🎖️ Numerous ribbons for 4th through 8th place!

We are so proud of every athlete — your hard work, courage, and sportsmanship truly shine! 💪🐉

A special thank you to the people who make this all possible…
💜 Our Coordinators
💜 Dedicated Coaches
💜 Supportive Volunteers
💜 Caring Chaperones
💜 Amazing Parents & Providers

Your commitment, encouragement, and support behind the scenes and on the sidelines mean everything to our athletes. This team is stronger because of you ❤️

📸 Check out some highlights from Day 2 below!

One more day to go… let’s finish strong!
🔥 GO DRAGONS!! 🔥

05/30/2026

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💜🐉 STATE/SUMMER GAMES – DAY 1! 🐉💜

What an incredible start for our Ashland County Dragons here in Columbus at The Ohio State University!

From opening ceremonies in the stadium, to hitting the lanes for bowling, competing in bocce, and soaking in the full experience of State Games… our athletes showed up with heart, determination, and DRAGON PRIDE!

We are already seeing:
🏅 Smiles and medals
🤝 Teamwork and friendships
💪 Confidence and courage on display

These moments are what it’s all about — supporting one another, celebrating every effort, and representing Ashland County with pride!

We are so proud of each and every athlete, coach, and supporter here this weekend ❤️

📸 Check out some highlights from Day 1 below!

Let’s keep the momentum going as we head into Day 2…
🔥 GO DRAGONS!! 🔥

05/29/2026

💜🐉 DRAGONS ON THE MOVE! 🐉💜

Today our Ashland County Dragons are headed to Columbus, Ohio (OSU) for the State/Summer Games!

Over the next three days, our athletes will be competing in:
🏃‍♀️ Track & Field
🎯 Bocce
🎳 Bowling

These athletes have put in the work, showed the dedication, and now it’s their time to shine on the state stage!

Let’s flood this post with love, encouragement, and positive vibes as they represent our community with pride 💪💜

👇 Drop a message below to cheer them on!

Go out there, give it your all, and MAKE US PROUD!
🔥 GO DRAGONS!! 🔥

05/28/2026