Special Olympics Basketball is a game played with two teams of five players each. We follow the same basic rules as any other competitive basketball team. Our team has been running for two years and has grown to over 20 members. The Burlington Flames basketball team competes in several tournaments each season. We also have games against various community groups, like the Halton Police Force, as well as taking on the parents and coaches. Our coaches focus on teaching the athletes game concepts and strategies, simply and effectively, so that the athletes can meaningfully play the game. The game itself becomes the best teacher. Approximately half of the training time is spent on basic skills and half on game play.
"Let me win, but if I cannot win, let me be brave in the attempt"
Athlete's Oath