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Kadena Special Olympics returns to Okinawa

A member of the III Marine Expeditionary Force Band performs during the Kadena Special Olympics opening ceremony at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Dec. 9, 2023. Established by the 18th Wing commander in 1999, KSO is a sporting and outreach event providing opportunities for U.S. and Okinawan communities to band together in support of people with disabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sebastian Romawac)
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Kadena Special Olympics returns to Okinawa

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Brandon Wolfgang, left, 18th Wing command chief, and a Kadena Special Olympics athlete carry a torch together during the KSO opening ceremony at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Dec. 9, 2023. The Kadena Special Olympics celebrates the return of 18 years of partnership with Okinawan athletes, uniting service members and local communities through competition. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sebastian Romawac)
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Kadena Special Olympics returns to Okinawa

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Brandon Wolfgang, left, 18th Wing command chief, and a Kadena Special Olympics athlete carry a torch together during the KSO opening ceremony at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Dec. 9, 2023. The ceremonial torch lighting is a tradition for all Special Olympics events marking the official start of the games. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sebastian Romawac)
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Kadena Special Olympics returns to Okinawa

A Kadena Special Olympics athlete is welcomed during the opening ceremony of KSO at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Dec. 9, 2023. Established by the 18th Wing commander in 1999, KSO is a sporting and outreach event providing opportunities for U.S. and Okinawan communities to band together in support of people with disabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sebastian Romawac)
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Kadena Special Olympics returns to Okinawa

A Kadena Special Olympics athlete is welcomed during the opening ceremony of KSO at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Dec. 9, 2023. The Kadena Special Olympics is a one-day sporting and entertainment event bringing competition and recognition to Okinawan and American Special Olympics athletes. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sebastian Romawac)
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Kadena Special Olympics — breaking down barriers

Kota, a Kadena Special Olympics athlete, receives greetings and cheers from event volunteers during the athlete arrival event Nov. 4, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The KSO is a one-day sporting, art and entertainment event with more than 880 athletes and artists participating in a day of competition, music and special recognition. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman John Linzmeier)
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Kadena Special Olympics — breaking down barriers

Special-needs athletes and family members walk through a cheering crowd during the Kadena Special Olympics Nov. 4, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The KSO is sponsored by the Friends of Kadena Special Olympics in partnership with the 18th Wing, Okinawa Prefectural Government, Okinawa City, Kadena Town, Chatan Town and all U.S. military services on island. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman John Linzmeier)
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Kadena Special Olympics — breaking down barriers

U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Case A. Cunningham, 18th Wing commander, presents medals to athletes during the 2017 Kadena Special Olympics, Nov. 4, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The KSO is sponsored by the Friends of Kadena Special Olympics in partnership with the 18th Wing, Okinawa Prefectural Government, Okinawa City, Kadena Town, Chatan Town and all U.S. military services on island. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jessica H. Smith)
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Carrying on the torch

Sakura Sakihara, Kadena Special Olympics athlete, competes in the softball throw event during the Kadena Special Olymics Nov. 5, 2016 at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The KSO is the biggest overseas military Special Olympics event in the world and is a one-day sporting and outreach event that showcases the talents of nearly 1,300 local special needs athletes and artists. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Omari Bernard/Released)
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Carrying on the torch

Satoru Tokuzato, Kadena Special Olympics athlete receives a silver medal in the ground golf event during the Kadena Special Olymics Nov. 5, 2016 at Kadena Air Base, Japan. This year, the Kadena Special Olympics celebrates 17 years of partnership with Okinawan athletes and artists who help unite service members with the local community. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Omari Bernard/Released)
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Carrying on the torch

Kadena Special Olympians receive accolades after medaling in the Kadena Special Olympics Nov. 5, 2016 at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The Kadena Special Olympics is the largest community outreach event of the year in the Pacific Theater partnering nearly 1,000 volunteers with almost 900 special needs athletes competing in more than 50 events. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Omari Bernard/Released)
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Carrying on the torch

Mio Yabiku, Kadena Special Olympics athlete, competes in the standing long jump event during the Kadena Special Olymics Nov. 5, 2016 at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Thousands of spectators from Japan and the U.S. came out to support approximately 1300 athletes and artists participating in the 17th annual KSO games and art show. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Omari Bernard/Released)
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Carrying on the torch

Kadena Special Olympians forma a circle-of-friendship during the closing ceremony of the Kadena Special Olympics Nov. 5, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Athletes are paired together with a “buddy” during events. Buddies are U.S. service members who volunteered to help and encourage special-needs athletes as they compete and participate in different events. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Omari Bernard/Released)
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Carrying on the torch

Eisa dancers perform during the closing ceremony of the Kadena Special Olympics Nov. 5, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The KSO began in 2000 with approximately 400 athletes and 600 volunteers as an 18th Wing community goodwill initiative to strengthen U.S. - Okinawa relationships. After 17 years, the event has more than doubled in size and participation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Omari Bernard/Released)
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Carrying on the torch

Hiroyuki Urasaki, Kadena Special Olympics athlete, carries the torch symbolizing the end of this year’s Kadena Special Olymics Nov. 5, 2016 at Kadena Air Base, Japan. This year marks the 17th anniversary of KSO, a sporting event dedicated to enriching the lives of American and Okinawan special needs individuals on the island. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Omari Bernard/Released)
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A Picture's Worth A Thousand Words

An Okinawan girl looks at pieces of art during the Kadena Special Olympics Art Exhibition at the Rycom Mall Oct. 16, 2016 in Okinawa, Japan. This is the 10th annual KSO Art Exhibition where event organizers display art made by Okinawan children with special needs. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Corey M. Pettis)
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A Picture's Worth A Thousand Words

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Elmore Norwood, 18th Equipment Maintenance Squadron aircraft structural maintainer, helps an Okinawan child complete a puzzle during the Kadena Special Olympics Art Exhibition at the Rycom Mall Oct. 16, 2016 in Okinawa, Japan. This is the 10th annual KSO Art Exhibition where event organizers display art made by Okinawan children with special needs is put on display. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Corey M. Pettis)
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A Picture's Worth A Thousand Words

The Kadena Special Olympics Art Exhibition showcases artwork at the Rycom Mall Oct. 13-16, 2016 in Okinawa, Japan. Children with special needs made approximately 390 pieces of art showcased on the walls. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Corey M. Pettis)
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U.S. service members, Okinawans host annual KSO bowling tournament

An Okinawan boy watches as event participants set up for a roll during the 12th annual Kadena Special Olympics bowling competition Oct. 1, 2016, at Enagic Bowl, Okinawa, Japan. The bowling competition marked the first of several key KSO events that give U.S. and Okinawan families with special needs members the opportunity to spend time with each other in sports and art competitions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Reft)
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U.S. service members, Okinawans host annual KSO bowling tournament

Families from U.S. and Okinawan communities participate in the 12th annual Kadena Special Olympics bowling competition Oct. 1, 2016, at Enagic Bowl, Okinawa, Japan. Kadena leaders established the KSO to give special needs family members opportunities to spend time together in fun and competitive events including art, bowling, golf, basketball, wheelchair races and running. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Reft)
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