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🌟 Thank You, Special Olympics Illinois! 🌟
What an incredible weekend at the 2025 Summer Games! We are filled with gratitude for Special Olympics Illinois (SOILL) and their outstanding efforts in making this year’s Summer Games such a resounding success. From start to finish, our athletes were treated like VIPs—with every detail thoughtfully planned. 🚍 Seamless Transportation SOILL provided a full fleet of shuttle buses, ensuring athletes, families, and fans could travel between venues with ease. Whether heading to sports events, the dining hall, or Opening Ceremonies—there was always a shuttle ready. Dorm participants never had to wait, with at least two buses available at all times. No parking worries—just smooth, stress-free transportation! 🎉 A Spectacular Opening Ceremonies' The Opening Ceremonies were absolutely unforgettable!
👏 Shout-out to our Parade Representatives: Josie Kelly, Ava Lutz, Mia Koth, Terika, and coaches Amanda Lutz. 💙 Olympic Town Presence The SO Cheer Team not only performed but also hosted a booth at Olympic Town! Huge thanks to Josie Kelly, Tabitha Kelly, and Louis Kreutzberg for manning the booth all day and sharing our spirit with visitors. 🎤 Athlete Leaders Kennedy Elbe and Amy Schwoebel proudly represented Without Limits - Team Galaxy as leaders for SOILL! 💃 National Dance Success – Addiction Dance Competition (Chicago, IL) Congratulations to SO Cheer and Without Limits Dance for their incredible performances! 🎖️ SO Cheer Achievements:
🎉 Congratulations to all dancers who competed and represented Without Limits with energy, passion, and pride! Thank you to everyone who made this weekend a celebration of inclusion, talent, and heart. We are so proud of each of you! 💫 💃 Fun Night - July 11th The WLTG All-American Picnic will be held Friday, July 11, 2025 at 6pm at the Moose Lodge in Swansea Food, Games and Music! Come join us! 👥 Finance Committee Meeting - July 14th
📢 Fun Night Committee Meeting: July 8th
🏃 Jennifer Mueller Memorial 5K Run
📢 SO Cheer Jersey orders due Contact Louis Kreutzberg by July 5th Theater Practices Schedules: 🎭 Seussical Theater – Rehearsals & Show Info 📍 Venue Confirmed: O’Fallon First United Methodist Church 504 E Hwy 50, O’Fallon, IL (across from the high school) 🎬 Show Date: Saturday, July 19, 2025 🕛 Showtimes: 12:00PM & 2:00PM 📆 Rehearsal Week at Venue: Tuesday, July 15 – Friday, July 18 🕕 6:00PM – 8:00PM (Each evening) 📌 Note: No practice on Monday, July 14 More details will be shared closer to that week. 📅 Weekly Rehearsal Schedule Saturday, July 5 @ 10:30AM – Pages 56–61 👥 Full Cast Called – EVERYONE Saturday, July 12 @ 10:30AM – Final Scene Review 👥 Full Cast Called – EVERYONE 👕 Show Shirts Available Now!
💳 Pay by check (to Ellen Schwoebel) or Venmo (@schwoebels) 📢 Reminder: Please be respectful of the venue property and note that backstage space will be limited. The church is excited to support our production—let’s show our gratitude! Dance Practices Schedules: No dance this week: July 3rd Next THURSDAY -- 7/10 -- all
📅 July 12 @ 2PM | Christ Church – Scott Campus Date & Time:
💲 Membership Dues – 2025 💻 Pay your dues online via Square link 👕 WLTG Merch Store – Now Open! Check out our updated merchandise with the new logo! ⚽ Sports Updates & Opportunities With the extreme heat effecting sport schedules this week, please check your email, Facebook or contact your coach directly before you leave for any practice or event to confirm it is still happening. 🏅 Athletic Highlights 🤸♀️Artistic Gymnastics Results Kalyn Connolly: 🥇 Gold – All-Around - 🥇 Gold – Beam - 🥇 Gold – Vault - 🥈 Silver – Floor Alyssa Leuck: 🥇 Gold – All-Around - 🥇 Gold – Floor- 🥇 Gold – Bars - 🥈 Silver – Vault 🏀 Coaches & Volunteers Wanted We're expanding! Join us to support athletes and meet coach-to-athlete ratio goals. ✅ No experience needed—training provided. 📅 Coach Training – July 16 Special sessions for Basketball, Volleyball, Bocce, Track, and Softball. Great opportunity to get certified! 📌 Sports Practice Info Requirements to Participate in WLTG Sports:
📢 Bowling Starting
⛳ Golf
🎾 Tennis Congratulations to our Tennis Team Athletes at Regionals this weekend!! We brought home many medals and STATE QUALIFIERS!! All those who participated will advance to state.
🏈 Flag Football
🥎 Softball
🏐 Volleyball
To Register:
https://www.withoutlimits-teamgalaxy.com/volleyball.html 🧢 Help us pick the shirt design! 🏊 Sharks Swim Team
⚽ Soccer
🏃 Track & Field
🎯 Bags / Cornhole 🎉 Summer tournament coming soon! Stay tuned. 📢 Organizational Leadership Update We’re announcing a leadership transition:
🤝 Get Involved 🧢 Want to join a committee, volunteer, or just ask questions? 📧 Email us: [email protected] 📱 Follow us on Facebook for real-time updates
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🎉 Special Olympics Illinois Summer Games 2025: A Roaring Success!
Over the weekend, WLTG had more than 50 athletes competed, supported by a number of coaches, assistants and families, making this years Summer Games a joyous, but very hot event. Unfortunately, a number of outdoor athletic events and activates were canceled mid-day Saturday as the temps soared into the mid-90s.
The WLTG All-American Picnic will be held Friday, July 11, 2025 at 6pm at the Moose Lodge in Swansea Food, Games and Music! Come join us! 📢 Finance Committee Meeting - July 14th
Theater Practices Schedules: 🎭 Seussical Theater – Rehearsals & Show Info 📍 Venue Confirmed: O’Fallon First United Methodist Church 504 E Hwy 50, O’Fallon, IL (across from the high school) 🎬 Show Date: Saturday, July 19, 2025 🕛 Showtimes: 12:00PM & 2:00PM 📆 Rehearsal Week at Venue: Tuesday, July 15 – Friday, July 18 🕕 6:00PM – 8:00PM (Each evening) 📌 Note: No practice on Monday, July 14 More details will be shared closer to that week. 📅 Weekly Rehearsal Schedule Saturday, June 28 @ 10:30AM – Pages 52–56 👥 Cast Needed:
Saturday, July 5 @ 10:30AM – Pages 56–61 👥 Full Cast Called – EVERYONE Saturday, July 12 @ 10:30AM – Final Scene Review 👥 Full Cast Called – EVERYONE 👕 Show Shirts Available Now!
💳 Pay by check (to Ellen Schwoebel) or Venmo (@schwoebels) 📢 Reminder: Please be respectful of the venue property and note that backstage space will be limited. The church is excited to support our production—let’s show our gratitude! Dance Practices Schedules:
📅 July 12 @ 2PM | Christ Church – Scott Campus Date & Time:
💲 Membership Dues – 2025 If you’ve been contacted by Marcia, please complete your payment. 💻 Pay your dues online via Square link or bring a check to your next practice. 👕 WLTG Merch Store – Now Open! Check out our updated merchandise with the new logo! ⚽ Sports Updates & Opportunities With the extreme heat effecting sport schedules this week, please check your email, Facebook or contact your coach directly before you leave for any practice or event to confirm it is still happening. 💃 Gymnastics
🏀 Coaches & Volunteers Wanted We're expanding! Join us to support athletes and meet coach-to-athlete ratio goals. ✅ No experience needed—training provided. 📅 Coach Training – July 16 Special sessions for Basketball, Volleyball, Bocce, Track, and Softball. Great opportunity to get certified! 📌 Sports Practice Info Requirements to Participate in WLTG Sports:
⛳ Golf
🎾 Tennis
2025 Region J Tennis Regional – Event Info & Updates As we gear up for the 2025 Region J Tennis Regional, please note that athletes will only compete in their Singles events at Regionals. Doubles and Unified events will take place at the State Tournament in August. 📅 Event Details
🥇 Awards & Amenities
🏆 Advancement to State Tournament All singles, doubles, and unified teams are eligible to advance to the State Tennis Tournament, scheduled for August 16–17, 2025, in Bloomington. ⏱️ Match Timing Reminder Please be aware of the updated Time of Play rule:
We're looking forward to a great day of competition, teamwork, and sportsmanship on the courts. Good luck to all of our athletes—let’s serve up a fantastic day! 🏈 Flag Football
🥎 Softball
🏐 Volleyball
To Register:
https://www.withoutlimits-teamgalaxy.com/volleyball.html 🧢 Help us pick the shirt design! 🏊 Sharks Swim Team
⚽ Soccer
🏃 Track & Field
🎯 Bags / Cornhole 🎉 Summer tournament coming soon! Stay tuned. 📢 Organizational Leadership Update We’re announcing a leadership transition:
🤝 Get Involved 🧢 Want to join a committee, volunteer, or just ask questions? 📧 Email us: [email protected] 📱 Follow us on Facebook for real-time updates 🏅 2025 Summer Games is THIS WEEKEND – June 20–22 It’s almost here! Coaches are sharing details directly, but here are key resources:
🔗 Individual Sport Schedules – Now Available Want to see your athlete’s sport schedule? Visit the links below for detailed event times, locations, and rosters.
💡 Tip: Schedules are available electronically only. Please print or download your athlete's schedule ahead of time. Transportation Reminder – Summer Games Please note that Without Limits – Team Galaxy is not providing or sponsoring any transportation services for athletes during the 2025 Summer Games. All transportation to and from venues, events, should be arranged by the athlete’s parent, guardian, or designated support person. Any privately arranged transportation is not affiliated with or managed by WLTG. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. 🎭 Seussical Theater – Rehearsals & Show Info 📍 Venue Confirmed: O’Fallon First United Methodist Church 504 E Hwy 50, O’Fallon, IL (across from the high school) 🎬 Show Date: Saturday, July 19, 2025 🕛 Showtimes: 12:00PM & 2:00PM 📆 Rehearsal Week at Venue: Tuesday, July 15 – Friday, July 18 🕕 6:00PM – 8:00PM (Each evening) 📌 Note: No practice on Monday, July 14 More details will be shared closer to that week. 📅 Weekly Rehearsal ScheduleSaturday, June 21 @ 10:30AM – Pages 47–52 👥 Cast Needed:
👥 Cast Needed:
Saturday, July 5 @ 10:30AM – Pages 56–61 👥 Full Cast Called – EVERYONE Saturday, July 12 @ 10:30AM – Final Scene Review 👥 Full Cast Called – EVERYONE 👕 Show Shirts Available Now!
💳 Pay by check (to Ellen Schwoebel) or Venmo (@schwoebels) 📢 Reminder: Please be respectful of the venue property and note that backstage space will be limited. The church is excited to support our production—let’s show our gratitude! Dance Practices Schedules:
📅 July 12 @ 2PM | Christ Church – Scott Campus 💲 Membership Dues – 2025 If you’ve been contacted by Marcia, please complete your payment. 💻 Pay your dues online via Square link or bring a check to your next practice. 👕 WLTG Merch Store – Now Open! Check out our updated merchandise with the new logo! ⚽ Sports Updates & Opportunities 💃 Gymnastics
🏈 Flag Football – Coach Needed! We're looking for a volunteer coach for the upcoming Flag Football season. 📧 Email: [email protected] 🏀 Coaches & Volunteers Wanted We're expanding! Join us to support athletes and meet coach-to-athlete ratio goals. ✅ No experience needed—training provided. 📅 Coach Training – July 16Special sessions for Basketball, Volleyball, Bocce, Track, and Softball. Great opportunity to get certified! 📌 Sports Practice Info Requirements to Participate in WLTG Sports:
🏊 Sharks Swim Team
⛳ Golf
⚽ Soccer
🏃 Track & Field
🎾 Tennis
🏈 Flag Football
🥎 Softball
🏐 Volleyball
🎯 Bags / Cornhole 🎉 Summer tournament coming soon! Stay tuned. 📢 Organizational Leadership Update We’re announcing a leadership transition:
🤝 Get Involved Want to join a committee, volunteer, or just ask questions? 📧 Email us: [email protected] 📱 Follow us on Facebook for real-time updates
Events / Activities / UpdatesWLTG Organizational Announcement We would like to inform our members that a leadership transition has occurred within Without Limits – Team Galaxy. Rich Crothers has stepped down from his position as Special Olympics Athletics Director (SOAD), and we extend our sincere thanks for his years of service and dedication to our athletes. Amanda Lutz has been named to serve as SOAD effective immediately. In this role, Amanda will oversee athlete registrations, Center of Excellence Portal (CoE), coach certifications, event coordination, and serve as the primary liaison with Special Olympics Illinois. We are also pleased to announce that Mari Seper will lead the Sports Committee, working closely with Amanda to support the planning, communication, and coordination of our athletic programs. Please join us in welcoming Amanda and Mari into their new leadership roles. We’re excited for their teamwork and commitment as we continue to build a strong and supportive environment for all of our athletes and families. Summer Games Will be held in two weeks on 20 June. Information and schedules are now being shared online and by your direct coaches.
Upcoming changes to schedules: To align practices for each sports the following will be implemented after 27 August:
WLTG Prom Night
Fun Night Committee Meeting - June 10th
Arts Committee Meeting - June 14th
Shriners Parade Thank You! A quick thanks to all that attended the Bellville Shriners parade last week. It was a great event and we had a great time! More parades will be coming soon! Caring for Families
2025 Membership Dues are Due We have a number of unpaid sports Membership Fees that have not been paid. If you have been contacted by Marcia in regards to this, please pay them. Thank you all! Its a new year and with a the new year comes our membership dues. To complete your 2025 Membership Dues, please visit our online Square to make your payment! 2025 Event Dates & Deadlines Website Links
Dance / Theater / Gymnastics / CheerArtistic Gymnastics
Rhythmic Gymnastics:
Dance Scheduling -- Choreography / Practice Scheduling See the latest schedule on the "Without Limits - The Arts" Facebook page!! Theater Schedule
Theater Group Announcements We have a venue!!!! Thanks to everyone that helped and reached out to places. Special thanks to Alice Howe who literally went knocking on doors for me.
SHOW SHIRTS are now available for order. They will be white short sleeve T shirts with Seussical logo on front and cast on back. Prices are:
Other WL theater merchandise is still available to order.
Further info about the venue. Keep in mind this venue is a church so all participants and their family members must be respectful of the property at all times.
I Feel Like Dancin' Recital
Nutcracker & Theater & Dance Updates - Exciting News for 2025! From Kati!!! See the latest schedule on the "Without Limits - The Arts" Facebook page!! Nutcracker 2025:
General Reminders:
The Merch Store is Open with new Logo Follow the link and order today!
Sports & AthleticsSport Organizational Announcement
🏈 Coach Needed – Flag Football at Without Limits - Team Galaxy! 🌟
🌟 We Need You — Volunteer Coaches & Helpers Wanted! 🌟
Coaches Training Region J will be holding a coaches training session on 16 July. Most activities will be held inside to avoid the heat or rain. There will be special sessions for Basketball, Volleyball, Bocce, softball and track. Coaches this is an opportunity to get your certification in your sport you coach. Requirements for Special Olympics Sports at WLTG There are three steps that need to be done / accomplished before joining Without Limits-Team Galaxy (WLTG) Sports or prior to their first practices.
Sports Committee Needs You! The Without Limits-Team Galaxy Sports Committee is looking for any parent or coach that would like to be on the community. We would address Special Olympics sports, coaching and assuring we have the right equipment. If interested in part of the committee, please contact Mari Seaper WTLG Upcoming Sports We will be starting an interest for the following sports real soon; tennis, golf and softball. Please note: Signing up is important. This way we can assure Without Limits-Team Galaxy has enough coaches and resources. If interested in one of those sports, please contact Without Limits Team Galaxy. Sharks Swimming Team - 2025
Golf 2025
Soccer Teams & Skills
Athletic Teams / Track & Field
Tennis
Flag Football
Softball
We are going to ask for a commitment the regionals in Springfield, Illinois July 26th If they win that date then we advance to State Softball September 6th
Volleyball
Bags / Cornhole is coming soon!!!! Interested? A tournament will be scheduled sometime this summer.
Events / Activities / UpdatesUpcoming changes to schedules: To align practices for each sports the following will be implemented after 27 August:
WLTG Prom Night
Caring for Families
Ainad Shriners Parade - June 6th
Plane Pull Thank You A huge thanks to the athletes and cheer team for representing WLTG and raising over $650 for the Illinois Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics. This was the first ever Illinois Law Enforcement Torch Run Southern Plane Pull ✈️ where not only athletes and cheerleaders, but law enforcement officers from across Illinois are coming together to support our athletes in a powerful way. A total of over $20,000 was raised at the event. 2025 Membership Dues are Due We have a number of unpaid sports Membership Fees that have not been paid. If you have been contacted by Marcia in regards to this, please pay them. Thank you all! Its a new year and with a the new year comes our membership dues. To complete your 2025 Membership Dues, please visit our online Square to make your payment! 2025 Event Dates & Deadlines Website Links Summer Games Held on 20 June. If you receive a gold medal, you are eligible for Summer Games. Athletes please get with your coaches if you are attending, if you are staying in the dorms and if you need a ride to the games. Schedules and such should be out by 9 June. Please get with your coaches if you have any questions. You can get information under Summer Games at www.soill.org
Dance / Theater / Gymnastics / CheerWithout Limits Arts Committee Meeting - June 14th
Artistic Gymnastics
Rhythmic Gymnastics:
Dance Scheduling -- Choreography / Practice Scheduling See the latest schedule on the "Without Limits - The Arts" Facebook page!! Theater Schedule
Theater Group Announcements We have a venue!!!! Thanks to everyone that helped and reached out to places. Special thanks to Alice Howe who literally went knocking on doors for me.
SHOW SHIRTS are now available for order. They will be white short sleeve T shirts with Seussical logo on front and cast on back. Prices are:
Other WL theater merchandise is still available to order, see attached Picture below for prices.
Further info about the venue. Keep in mind this venue is a church so all participants and their family members must be respectful of the property at all times.
I Feel Like Dancin' Recital
Nutcracker & Theater & Dance Updates - Exciting News for 2025! From Kati!!! See the latest schedule on the "Without Limits - The Arts" Facebook page!! Nutcracker 2025:
General Reminders:
The Merch Store is Open with new Logo Follow the link and order today!
Sports & AthleticsCoaches Training Region J will be holding a coaches training session on 16 July. Most activities will be held inside to avoid the heat or rain. There will be special sessions for Basketball, Volleyball, Bocce, softball and track. Coaches this is an opportunity to get your certification in your sport you coach. Please use the link here to take a survey We will take the results and offer trainings in the sports with the most interest. We Need Coaches & Volunteers—Join Our Team! As our Without Limits - Team Galaxy programs continue to grow, so does our need for dedicated coaches and volunteers. To maintain the quality and safety of our sports programs, we must meet athlete-to-coach ratio requirements—and right now, we’re falling short in several areas. Whether you have experience in sports or simply a passion for inclusion and teamwork, your support can make a huge impact. Training is provided, and your involvement helps create meaningful opportunities for athletes of all abilities. If you’re interested in joining our coaching team or supporting in other ways, please reach out—we’d love to have you on board! Requirements for Special Olympics Sports at WLTG There are three steps that need to be done / accomplished before joining Without Limits-Team Galaxy (WLTG) Sports or prior to their first practices.
Sports Committee Needs You! The Without Limits-Team Galaxy Sports Committee is looking for any parent or coach that would like to be on the community. We would address Special Olympics sports, coaching and assuring we have the right equipment. If interested in part of the committee, please contact Rich Crothers WTLG Upcoming Sports We will be starting an interest for the following sports real soon; tennis, golf and softball. Please note: Signing up is important. This way we can assure Without Limits-Team Galaxy has enough coaches and resources. If interested in one of those sports, please contact Without Limits Team Galaxy. Sharks Swimming Team - 2025
Golf 2025
Soccer Teams & Skills
Athletic Teams / Track & Field
Tennis
Flag Football
Softball
We are going to ask for a commitment the regionals in Springfield, Illinois July 26th If they win that date then we advance to State Softball September 6th
Volleyball
Bags / Cornhole is coming soon!!!! Interested? A tournament will be scheduled sometime this summer.
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