Mitchell athletes prepare for Special Olympics USA Games in Minneapolis
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 2:38 PM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
OlympicsFour athletes from Mitchell, South Dakota are set to compete at the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games in Minneapolis from June 20-26. They will join approximately 3,000 athletes across 16 sports, supported by 1,500 coaches and 10,000 volunteers. Scott Goldammer, Brandon Wolff, Riley Wolff will compete together in slow-pitch softball, while Michael Cohu will swim. The softball competition takes place at the National Sports Center, with group play starting June 22. Cohu’s events are scheduled at the University of Minnesota from June 22-26. Athletes will aim to inspire their community and forge new friendships throughout the event.
- •Mitchell athletes include Scott Goldammer, Brandon Wolff, Riley Wolff, and Michael Cohu.
- •Group-stage softball games run from June 22-23 at the National Sports Center.
- •Cohu will compete in swimming events from June 22-26 at the University of Minnesota.
- •Around 3,000 athletes and 1,500 coaches will participate from all 50 states.
- •The event is supported by nearly 10,000 volunteers contributing to a national celebration.
- 2:38 PMYahoo Sports — Mitchell athletes eager to compete at Special Olympics USA Games
"Jun. 17—MITCHELL — Four Mitchell athletes are preparing for the opportunity of a lifetime as they head to Minneapolis to represent South Dakota at the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games from June 20-26. The week-long event will bring together roughly 3,000 athletes and 1,500 coaches from all 50 states to compete in 16 team and individual sports. Supported by nearly 10,000 volunteers and 75,000 ...
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