Updated June 26, 2022
The health and safety of everyone involved with Special Olympics Rhode Island continues to be our top priority during these challenging times. Since the state of Rhode Island is currently experiencing a “low transmission rate” for COVID-19, SORI is following the “Low Risk Phase” guidance on Return to In-Person activities outlined by Special Olympics, Inc. for our Summer Sports Programs.
This “Low Risk Phase” guidance is based on the latest information from the World Health Organization (WHO), the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and other health authorities. It has been created in consultation with a team of global medical experts and with input from Special Olympics stakeholders. This guidance is above the local and state levels because of the high risk of COVID-19 to our athletes.
During this “Return to Play – Low Risk Phase”, Special Olympics Rhode Island will be functioning under the State of Rhode Island Reopening Regulations for event size and risk mitigation along with the additional Special Olympics, Inc guidelines for screening, mask wearing, social distancing and hygiene protocol.
All athletes will remain in this “Return to Play – Low Risk Phase” for the sports/activities that they are participating in until the state’s transmission rate for COVID-19 increases to a higher level, and it is appropriate to move up to a more restrictive stage.
Spring Sports/Activities that will be offered during “Return to Play – Low Risk Phase” will be Unified Softball, Softball Skills, Unified Golf, Intermediate Level Golf, Golf Skills, Unified Walking and Unified Zumba.
Additional information for each sport being offered is provided below.
Any questions regarding our Return to Play Guidelines, please contact Adam Johnson, Manager of Sports Training & Coaches Education at Adam@specialolympicsri.org.
