CELINA, Ohio (1-8-25) — The annual Showdown of the Mercer County Special Olympics vs. the Mercer County Sheriff’s Department is set for Monday, January 13th at the Celina Field House.

Sam Fledderjohann, Mercer County Special Olympics Coordinator

“We are thrilled to bring this game back to the Field House this year. Last year was a huge success, and we’re excited to do it again!” 

The evening will open with the Special Olympics Skills Team, The Wildcats, facing the Mercer County Sheriff Deputies at 6:00pm. An intermission will occur between games at 6:45 with the Special Olympics Cheer Team and Unified Cheer Team performing. The evening will conclude with the annual Bobcats vs. Deputies game at 7:00pm. 

Fledderjohann stated –

“While this game doesn’t count toward our official record, it’s one the players look forward to the most.  The comradery that has been built between the Sherriff’s department and our athletes because of this event is outstanding. From a spectator perspective, it’s also really funto watch.”

The game admission is free, but donations will be accepted for the Mercer County Special Olympics Programming. Concessions will also be available. Radio personality Jonathan Williams from JW Sound & Production will be the official MC of the night. 

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Mercer County Special Olympics currently hosts eight sports including: basketball, bowling, power lifting, traditional and unified cheerleading, unified volleyball, unified golf, equestrian, and flag football. Thanks to the support of the community, our athletes can compete all over the region against other special Olympics teams.  To learn more about the program or to find out how to become involved, contact Sam Fledderjohann at 567-890-0265 or sfledderjohann@mercerdd.org