![Watching a small group scrimmage, Ben Lundt, St. Louis City SC goalkeeper and founder of Lundt Pro Soccer Training, shouts words of encouragement to players on Sunday, April 26 n the Lafayette grass soccer field. “The idea behind [the event] was to bring the professional soccer players closer to the community because usually people only get to see us on TV or in the stadium. [Families] actually having the opportunity to have their kids on the field with us is the most important aspect,” Ben Lundt said.](https://lancerfeed.press/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/IMG_6823-1200x800.jpg)
![In celebration of winning his second straight state title in the 215 weight class, junior Carter Brown backflips before leaving the mat. Brown won his bout against junior Kobe Rhymes of North Kansas City High School by fall in just 41 seconds. "Carter does what Carter does. We expect [success] out of him and his goals are bigger than the state championship," coach Sam Ritchie said.](https://lancerfeed.press/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/IMG_2784-1200x800.jpg)
Special Olympics returns for second year
Lafayette will host the second annual Special Olympics on Apr. 27, from 9 am to 1 pm on the Track.
Jamie Smith, Special School District Coordinator, said, “Special Olympics is an organization that provides amazing opportunities that allow individuals with disabilities to compete, be honored, and simply enjoy various sports/activities as part of a team.”
Due to the fact that team sports are challenging for individuals with disabilities, students get the opportunity to help their peers have a great time.
You can sign up to be a buddy from the link on twitter.
The Special School District (SSD) and it’s students are paired up with Lafayette students and are able to go around and compete in different events.
Special Olympics are held so that Students with Intellectual Disabilities are able to train and compete in sports alongside fellow athletes.
Activities include multiple track activities, as well as the Victory Village where students can go in between competitions.
Smith said, “This time together [with Lafayette students] fosters new and stronger peer relationships and provides students the opportunity to experience and share success with a peer.”
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![Watching a small group scrimmage, Ben Lundt, St. Louis City SC goalkeeper and founder of Lundt Pro Soccer Training, shouts words of encouragement to players on Sunday, April 26 n the Lafayette grass soccer field. “The idea behind [the event] was to bring the professional soccer players closer to the community because usually people only get to see us on TV or in the stadium. [Families] actually having the opportunity to have their kids on the field with us is the most important aspect,” Ben Lundt said.](https://lancerfeed.press/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/IMG_6823-600x400.jpg)
