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Ameristar St. Charles Shines at the Guardian Games: A Celebration of Teamwork and Inclusion

10/20/2025

Ameristar St. Charles proudly stepped into the spotlight as the presenting sponsor of the first annual Special Olympics Guardian Games, held at Chaifetz Arena in St. Louis—and our team didn’t just show up, they showed out!

Representing Boyd Gaming were Mandy Mohan, JJ Turner, Andrea Sparks, and Korey Stewart, who joined forces with a law enforcement officer and a Special Olympics Missouri (SOMO) athlete to form a six-person dream team. Together, they competed in 10 spirited challenges, including:

  • Cornhole
  • Bocce
  • LETR Vehicle Pull
  • Bowling
  • Short-Distance Dash
  • Football Toss
  • Soccer
  • Basketball Free Throw
  • Tennis
  • Golf Putting Green

The result? A third-place finish and a well-earned set of medals! Mandy shared that her personal favorite event was the Football Toss, where the team clinched first place—a moment of pure celebration.

The Guardian Games are more than just friendly competition. They’re a powerful community event that brings together law enforcement, SOMO athletes, and local participants to foster inclusion, joy, and teamwork.

Mandy summed it up beautifully: “Our team at Ameristar values community involvement and partnering with the Special Olympics because it allows us to make a difference in the lives of the SOMO athletes. Events like these bring them joy and give them a sense of belonging. It's truly a gift to witness.”