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Area 18

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Area 18 is made of the following counties: Alleghany, Bath, Clifton Forge, Covington
Contact Us
In Person
21 Southgate Court, Suite 103
Harrisonburg, VA 22801
By Phone
540.433.7475
540.434.6508 (fax)
Upcoming Events in Area 18

Shenandoah Super Games

Bridgewater College 402 East College St. Bridgewater, Virginia 22812
Regional competition offering bocce singles, golf level 2/4, pickleball doubles, soccer 5-a-side team, soccer skills, volleyball team and volleyball skills competitions. Bridgewater College graciously hosts the event on their campus with BC sports teams officiating and cheering on Special Olympic athletes creating a memorable experience for all. New this year SO cheerleading squads are invited to perform, registration for all athletes will be in early October.

Areas outside of the Shenandoah Region are invited, please email Mike Gangloff if interested or with questions.

Shenandoah Slam Basketball Tournament

Albemarle High School 2775 Hydraulic Road, Charlottesville VA 22901
Regional basketball tournament offering traditional and unified full court, traditional half court and skills level 1,2 and team. Hosted by Albemarle High School and registration will be held in early January.

Please email Mike Gangloff if interested in attending, volunteering or with any questions.

Virginia Military Institute Games

Virginia Military Institute 319 Letcher Avenue, Lexington, Va. 24450
Regional competition for basketball celebrating the end of a great season. VMI cadets host Special Olympic teams to compete in full court, half court and skills competition on their historic grounds in Lexington Virginia. A powerful opening ceremony, dance party with the VMI mascot Moe and a dinner in Crozet Hall all create a wonderful day honoring sports achievement and inclusion.

Please email Mike Gangloff if interested in attending or with questions, registration will be early March.
Sports Offered