Special Olympics Montana

Special Olympics Montana SOMT is an athlete-centered, family-based, volunteer-driven, and sponsor-supported movement.
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🏅 Meet Sue Hill, Games Management Specialist for Special Olympics Montana and a member of Team Montana's USA Games suppo...
06/19/2026

🏅 Meet Sue Hill, Games Management Specialist for Special Olympics Montana and a member of Team Montana's USA Games support staff! From Great Falls and serving in a delegation support role focused on medical paperwork and athlete support, Sue brings nearly three decades of Special Olympics experience to the 2026 USA Games. 💙💛

✨ Special Olympics has been a part of Sue’s life for nearly 30 years. Her journey began through her daughter, Jennifer, who is a Special Olympics athlete. Over the years, Sue has served as a coach, Local Program Coordinator, volunteer, official, and now a member of the SOMT staff team. She says Special Olympics opened her eyes to a community of people who are inspiring, strong, and fun. The impact was so profound that it even influenced her career path, leading her from interpreting in mainstream settings to working directly with students in Special Education. Through Special Olympics, Sue learned the importance of communication, inclusion, advocacy, and finding value in every individual’s unique abilities. ❤️🤝

🌟 What excites Sue most about the 2026 USA Games is the opportunity to support Team Montana athletes as they pursue their dreams on the national stage. With previous USA Games experience as a gymnastics coach in 2006 and a bocce official in both 2018 and 2022, she understands how meaningful these opportunities can be for athletes and families. Sue looks forward to helping ensure everything runs smoothly behind the scenes while cheering on Team Montana every step of the way. She’s getting ready to provide the support athletes and coaches need for a successful Games experience. 🎉🏅💙

06/19/2026

What a night celebrating Team Montana before they head to the 2026 USA Games! 🏅💙

We’re so proud of each athlete, Unified Partner, and coach representing Montana on the national stage. We can’t wait to cheer you on!

🏅 Meet Rae Smith, Vice President of Outreach for Special Olympics Montana and a member of Team Montana's USA Games suppo...
06/19/2026

🏅 Meet Rae Smith, Vice President of Outreach for Special Olympics Montana and a member of Team Montana's USA Games support staff! From Great Falls and serving as Family Management Staff for the 2026 USA Games, Rae is excited to support athletes, families, coaches, and the entire delegation as they head to Minneapolis. 💙💛

✨ Since joining Special Olympics Montana in 2023, Rae has found purpose in being part of an organization whose mission is meaningful, impactful, and necessary. After retiring from a career as an elementary school principal, she was looking for work that truly made a difference. Through Special Olympics, Rae has become part of the Inclusion Revolution, helping create opportunities for individuals with intellectual disabilities while giving back to communities across Montana. She says being part of SOMT's mission is both rewarding and inspiring every day. 🤝❤️

🌟 What excites Rae most about the 2026 USA Games is the opportunity to support Team Montana while building relationships throughout the delegation. She looks forward to helping athletes and families navigate the USA Games experience, cheering on Team Montana as they compete on the national stage, and meeting new people from across the country. As part of her role, Rae has helped with the Team Montana selection process and works closely with athletes and families to ensure they have the information and support they need every step of the way. 🎉🏅💙

💙 Meet Richie Whitney! From Great Falls and serving as Sports Manager for the 2026 USA Games, Richie is helping support ...
06/18/2026

💙 Meet Richie Whitney! From Great Falls and serving as Sports Manager for the 2026 USA Games, Richie is helping support Team Montana athletes as they prepare to compete on the national stage. 🏅 Richie has been involved with Special Olympics Montana for nearly 17 years, first volunteering at State Games before joining the SOMT staff. Today, he serves as a Sports Coordinator, helping plan and deliver quality sports experiences and competitions for athletes across Montana. 🌟

❤️ Richie says Special Olympics has given him the opportunity to be part of something bigger than himself. Through his years of involvement, he has become more compassionate, a better listener, and a stronger advocate for athletes. One of his favorite parts of working with SOMT is seeing athletes compete at every level while knowing the sports team has worked hard to provide opportunities that challenge athletes to grow, improve, and achieve their goals. 🤝💙

✨ For Richie, attending the 2026 USA Games is all about seeing athletes from across Montana come together and showcase their talents on a national stage. He is excited to watch Team Montana compete at the highest level, celebrate their accomplishments, and experience everything the USA Games have to offer. Richie is proud to support the athletes, coaches, and Unified Partners who make Team Montana so special and can't wait to cheer them on in Minneapolis. ❤️🤍💙

💙 Meet Bill Polk! From Great Falls and serving as Assistant Head of Delegation for the 2026 USA Games, Bill is helping e...
06/18/2026

💙 Meet Bill Polk! From Great Falls and serving as Assistant Head of Delegation for the 2026 USA Games, Bill is helping ensure Team Montana is prepared for an unforgettable experience on the national stage. 🏅 As a Sports Director with Special Olympics Montana, Bill has been part of the organization since 2022, following a distinguished career in education and coaching. His passion for sports and athlete development continues to shine through his work supporting athletes, coaches, and programs across the state. 🌟

❤️ Bill says Special Olympics has given him the opportunity to see sports in their purest and most inclusive form. He is continually inspired by the talent, determination, and ability displayed by athletes at every event. One of the most rewarding parts of his role is watching athletes succeed on their biggest stages and knowing he helped create quality opportunities and experiences that allow them to reach their full potential. 🤝💙

✨ For Bill, attending the 2026 USA Games is both an honor and a privilege. He is excited to help athletes prepare for the opportunity to showcase their skills on a national stage and represent Montana with pride. As Team Montana heads to Minneapolis, Bill looks forward to supporting athletes and coaches every step of the way and celebrating the hard work, dedication, and achievements that make the USA Games such a special experience. ❤️🤍💙

This week, our Law Enforcement Torch Run family is mourning the loss of a true Guardian of the Flame.Troy Eades was more...
06/17/2026

This week, our Law Enforcement Torch Run family is mourning the loss of a true Guardian of the Flame.

Troy Eades was more than a supporter of our mission—he was one of its champions. Through his unwavering commitment to Special Olympics Montana, he helped shine the light of inclusion, dignity, and acceptance throughout his community and far beyond.

His servant's heart, generous spirit, and steadfast dedication touched countless athletes, officers, volunteers, and friends. His legacy will live on in every Flame carried forward and every life changed through this movement.

Thank you, Troy, for all you gave to our athletes, our communities, and the Law Enforcement Torch Run family. You will be deeply missed, fondly remembered, and forever a part of the Flame you helped carry.

Rest easy, our friend. We'll take it from here. 🔥💙


💙 Meet Brittani Bush! From Great Falls and serving as Head of Delegation for the 2026 USA Games, Brittani plays a vital ...
06/17/2026

💙 Meet Brittani Bush! From Great Falls and serving as Head of Delegation for the 2026 USA Games, Brittani plays a vital role in helping lead and support Team Montana on the national stage. 🇺🇸🏅 As Special Olympics Montana’s Vice President of Sports, she oversees sports programming across the state, state-level competitions, and higher-level competition opportunities for athletes. Brittani first became involved with Special Olympics as a high school volunteer and peer mentor and has continued her commitment to inclusion through her work with SOMT since 2021. 🌟

❤️ Special Olympics has brought lifelong friendships into Brittani’s life and has given her the opportunity to advocate for and model true inclusion in communities across Montana. Through both her volunteer and professional experiences, she has seen firsthand the power of sports to create connections, build confidence, and open doors for athletes. One of the things she admires most about the movement is the incredible network of volunteers who dedicate their time and energy to ensuring athletes have meaningful opportunities to succeed and thrive. 🤝💙

✨ For Brittani, attending the 2026 USA Games means helping provide athletes with an experience they will never forget. As a former athlete herself, she knows the excitement of competing on a big stage and believes every athlete deserves the opportunity to be celebrated for their hard work and achievements. She is excited to help Team Montana create lasting memories, experience the energy of USA Games, and showcase the talent, determination, and spirit that make Montana so special. ❤️🤍💙

🎯 Krystal Pester is headed to the 2026 USA Games as Bocce Head Coach, proudly representing Team Montana! Krystal has bee...
06/17/2026

🎯 Krystal Pester is headed to the 2026 USA Games as Bocce Head Coach, proudly representing Team Montana! Krystal has been involved with Special Olympics Montana since 2011 as a coach and Unified Partner in bocce and bowling. She also serves as the Local Program Coordinator for Shelby Life and has dedicated years to supporting athletes both on and off the field. 💙🤝

Krystal says Special Olympics has changed her life by bringing her family together and creating lasting memories with her brother, parents, husband, and children. ❤️✨ She loves seeing the smiles on the faces of athletes, coaches, volunteers, and staff at every event and enjoys sharing the joy of Special Olympics with the next generation of her family. 😊💛 One of the things that makes her most proud is watching her brother grow from a shy athlete into someone confident enough to participate in the Torch Run during Area Games. 🔥👏

From Havre, Krystal has achieved many accomplishments over the years, including serving as a Montana 4-H State Ambassador, being recognized as part of a Special Olympics Montana Family of the Year, and competing as a Unified Partner at the 2015 Special Olympics World Games in Los Angeles, where she earned a fourth-place finish in bocce. 🌎🏅🎉

When she’s not involved with Special Olympics, Krystal enjoys singing at church, helping at local sporting events, chaperoning school dances, traveling, and spending time with her husband and two children. 🎶⛪✈️👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 She is currently attending Western Governors University while pursuing her goal of becoming an Elementary and Special Education teacher. 🍎📚

To prepare for USA Games, Krystal is focusing on coaching strategies, training plans, and making sure her team is ready for success. 🎯💪 She says it is an incredible honor to represent Montana in a sport she loves and is especially excited for the opportunity to reconnect with old friends from her World Games experience while creating new memories at USA Games. 🎉💙🏅

🎯 Paul Ortega is headed to the 2026 USA Games as an athlete in Unified Doubles Bocce, proudly representing Team Montana!...
06/17/2026

🎯 Paul Ortega is headed to the 2026 USA Games as an athlete in Unified Doubles Bocce, proudly representing Team Montana! From Billings and representing the Billings Adults program, Paul has been involved with Special Olympics Montana since 1997 and has participated in athletics (track & field), basketball, bowling, gymnastics, swimming, bocce, and golf. 💙🤝

Paul says Special Olympics has shown him that anything is possible. Through sports, he has made lifelong friends, gained confidence, and found a place where he feels successful and part of a larger family. 😊✨ One of the biggest challenges he has overcome was losing his mother to cancer. With the support of his brother, friends, and the Special Olympics community, he found strength and continued moving forward. ❤️💪

From Billings, Paul has earned many medals and ribbons throughout his 28 years of participation in Special Olympics. 🏅🌟 He is also actively involved in Law Enforcement Torch Run fundraisers, including Polar Plunge and Tip-A-Cop events, helping support fellow athletes and the Special Olympics movement. 🔥❄️

When he’s not competing, Paul enjoys attending church, participating in potlucks, and volunteering through the Special and Capable Exchange Club of Billings. ⛪🥘💛 He helps with community activities such as Easter egg hunts and enjoys giving back whenever he can. One fun fact about Paul is that he’s an amazing gardener and can grow tomatoes like crazy! 🍅🌱😄

To prepare for USA Games, Paul has been training with the support of his coaches, Local Program Coordinators, and Unified Partner. He stays active by riding his bike and taking walks. 🚴‍♂️🚶‍♂️ Paul says attending USA Games is the most amazing achievement of his Special Olympics journey, and he is excited to represent both the Billings Adults team and Team Montana while meeting athletes from across the country and making new friends. 🎉💛

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