Special Olympics Floor Hockey in Georgia-Area 7
Floor hockey is an individual skills and team sport in Special Olympics in Georgia-Area 7 (SOGA Area 7) that inspires meaningful competition among our athletes. Every winter, we look forward to another season of exciting, fast-paced games that showcase our athlete’s strengths.
About Floor Hockey
Special Olympics floor hockey is adapted from traditional ice hockey. The game is played on a wooden or concrete floor and the athletes use wooden poles (instead of hockey sticks) to guide the puck. Instead of a traditional hockey puck, a large felt disc with an open center is used.
Floor Hockey in SOGA Area 7
Floor hockey develops coordination, decision-making, athletic ability, and confidence. Our coaches are trained with up-to-date information and techniques to make this happen. But, our area doesn’t stop there.
At SOGA Area 7 of Special Olympics Georgia, our athletes work together as a team and share their victories. We are among friends, fans, and family at every practice and competition. We all want each other to succeed and develop our abilities.
Floor Hockey Competitions in Georgia
Special Olympic floor hockey games are held during the statewide Winter Indoor Games. Athletes can participate in the team competition or the individual skills competition, which includes the following events:
- Shoot Around the Goal
- Pass
- Stickhandling
- Shoot for Accuracy
- Defense
At some Special Olympic events, volunteer health officials perform standard checks and provide preventative care to benefit every athlete’s health. Equipment, gear, and entry for floor hockey competitions is free.
Join Us for Floor Hockey Practice
Floor hockey training programs are available for adults and children, age 8 and up, living in Baldwin, Bibb, Jasper, Jones, Monroe, Putnam, Twiggs, and Wilkinson counties. If you are interested in joining a team or developing your abilities, contact us today!