10/08/2025

UPPER MICHIGAN - Special Olympics Area 39 is looking for coaches this winter! Serving Baraga, Gogebic, Houghton, Keweenaw, and Ontonagon counties, Area 39 provides athletic opportunities for kids and adults with intellectual disabilities in the western U. P. Coaches are needed for sports like snowshoe, cross country skiing, and basketball. Practices are typically held on Saturdays around Ironwood or Houghton. To volunteer, go to somi.org. There you can find out more and if you’re interested, select “Become a Volunteer” under “Get Involved,” and register in Voluntaro. Complete the required online training modules, including Volunteer Orientation, Protective Behaviors, Concussion Awareness, Communicable Disease Waiver, Risk Assessment, and sport-specific coaching training.