Special Olympics Held Saturday at SUNY Canton

CANTON, NY (04/29/2013)(readMedia)-- SUNY Canton will be hosting the Special Olympics New York – North Country Region spring games. The opening ceremonies begin at 9:45 a.m. Saturday, May 4, at the Convocation Athletic and Recreation Center, nicknamed Roos House.

Approximately 175 athletes are expected to participate in track and field races and basketball games. Event organizers estimate more than 150 volunteers will be assisting with the competitions.

Special Olympics New York – North Country Region serves about 300 athletes from both St. Lawrence and Franklin Counties through more than 20 training programs.

For more information please contact Elizabeth M. Demo at (315)-244-8758.

For directions on SUNY Canton's Campus, please refer to www.canton.edu/map.

About the Special Olympics New York – North Country Region

Special Olympics New York was organized in 1969 and is an affiliate of Special Olympics Inc. headquartered in Washington DC. The North Country Region includes St. Lawrence and Franklin Counties.

About SUNY Canton

SUNY Canton offers a variety of career-driven bachelor's degrees in addition to its associate and certificate programs. In the past year, the College added two new bachelor's degrees and expanded its facilities with a new athletic center, nicknamed Roos House, and the Grasse River Suites Residence Hall. The College's faculty members are noted for their professional real-world experience in addition to their academic credentials. SUNY Canton OnLine offers flexible and convenient online courses and programs. The College's 14 athletic teams compete as provisional members of the NCAA Division III as well as the USCAA.

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