
(BENTON, Ky.) – Marshall County Special Olympics will hold sign-ups for basketball and cheer programs on Monday, October 27, at 6:30 p.m.
The registration event will take place at First Missionary Baptist Church, located at 1280 Riley Road in Benton.
Special Olympics provides year-round sports training and athletic competition opportunities for children and adults with intellectual disabilities. The basketball and cheer programs offer participants a chance to develop skills, build confidence, and engage with their community through sports.
Interested individuals or families seeking additional information about the sign-up event can contact Jonny Byrd at 270-252-4672 or Michele Thomas at 270-331-2187.
The event comes as Special Olympics programs across the country continue to expand opportunities for athletes with intellectual disabilities to participate in competitive and recreational sports.






