Dothan, Ala. (WDNews) — The Dothan Blast Special Olympics basketball team has brought home another state title, winning gold at the 2026 Special Olympics State Basketball Championship.
The tournament was held March 5–6 in Auburn, where Dothan competed in Division 5 after moving up from Division 6 last year. The team opened the tournament with a strong showing, defeating Lee County 27–11 in the semifinals.
Dothan then faced Exceptional Foundation in the championship game. In a competitive matchup, the Blast secured a 27–20 win to claim the gold medal.
The victory marks back-to-back state titles for the team, this time at a higher level of competition. Organizers say the accomplishment highlights the athletes’ growth, teamwork, and commitment throughout the season.
The Dothan Blast program is part of Dothan Leisure Services and continues to provide opportunities for athletes in the Wiregrass to compete and succeed at the state level.
