Special Olympics Onslow County

09/02/2026

WHAT A GREAT FIRST BOCCE PRACTICE!

We had an awesome first practice, and we are so excited to get our Onslow County Special Olympics Bocce Team rolling!

Thank you to everyone who came out! We’re looking forward to six weeks of learning, teamwork, new friendships, and FUN!

Onslow Pines Park
5:00–6:30 PM

Practice Schedule:

Week 1: Tues. 9/1 & Wed. 9/2
Week 2: Tues. 9/8 & Wed. 9/9
Week 3: Mon. 9/14 & Wed. 9/16
Week 4: Mon. 9/21 & Wed. 9/23
Week 5: Mon. 9/28 & Wed. 9/30
Week 6: Mon. 10/5 & Tues. 10/6

Great first practice, everyone! We can’t wait to see what this team can do!

08/31/2026

🎉 WE DID IT, ONSLOW COUNTY! 🎉

We’ve got a Bocce Coach — and now we’re ready to build our team! 🏅💙

📣 FIRST PRACTICE
📅 Tuesday, September 1
⏰ 4:00–5:30 PM
📍 Onslow Pines Park

Interested in joining Special Olympics Onslow County Bocce? Register at http://sonc.net and come join us!

Let’s get this team rolling! 🔴🟢🏆

Special Olympics North Carolina offers sports training and competition for people with intellectual disabilities.

07/01/2026

So proud of you Michelle!

03/20/2026

The big Day of Giving is next Wednesday, March 25.
We continue to recruit 2 athletes and a volunteer to visit each store that day. They can sign up for either the 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. lunch shift or the 5-8 p.m. dinner shift.
Athletes sign up here (https://sonc.net/2026-jersey-mikes-campaign-athlete-store-visits/)! (password: sonc2026)

01/30/2026

❄️Warning: EXTREME COLD WATCH ISSUED!!!
Side effects of plunging may include chills, smiles, and the warm
fuzzies. 🥰
Support and register today!
➡️ https://give.specialolympicsnc.com/campaign/2026-special-olympics-carteret-and-onlsow-county-polar-plunge/c759214

01/12/2026

Bowling season is getting started!
New Bowlers please come to Bowlarena in Jacksonville 1/12 and 1/19 at 5:30 pm!
Returning bowlers and team practice will start 2/2 at 5:30pm.
for any questions please contact Laura Peters-Baker

01/09/2026

Here we go! Mark your calendar and get your teams made!

📆 Mark your calendars and start making your teams!!! It's time to be 🥶 FREEZIN' FOR A REASON!!! ❄️

🔗 Registration link coming soon!!!

12/08/2025

11/13/2025

🏅 Team Onslow is on the road to the Special Olympics Fall Games!
We’re so proud of our incredible athletes for their hard work, dedication, and team spirit. Let’s cheer them on as they compete and shine this weekend! 💪🎉

09/26/2025

🥎 Big plays, big hearts, and big impact—every ticket sold supports Special Olympics athletes in Onslow County!

LETS GET READY TO RUMBLEEEEEEEEEE

The 4th Annual Battle of the Badges Charity Softball game between the Onslow County Sheriff's Office and Jacksonville Police Department is set for Friday, November 7, 2025, at Jacksonville Commons Park.

$10 entry and kids 7 years old and under get in FREE! First pitch is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. and all the proceeds go to the Special Olympics NC

Please come out and support your local law enforcement for a great cause!!!
Jacksonville Public Safety