Eliane Müller becomes the new OC President of the Special Olympics National Summer Games Zug 2026

Eliane Müller, previously OC Vice President, is the new OC President of the organisation, which will host the National Summer Games in May 2026 for around 2,000 athletes in 16 sports. In addition to the OC presidency, Eliane Müller is also responsible for the Events and Hospitality sub-OC of the National Summer Games Zug 2026. Eliane Müller is very well connected in the Zug region and has been involved in the local organisation for over four years.

Eliane Müller is delighted with her additional responsibility: ‘For me, the National Summer Games Zug 2026 are much more than just a sporting event - they are a unique opportunity to connect people through the power of sport and create unforgettable experiences. As Vice OCP and Head of the Events sub-OC, I have already put my heart and soul into helping to successfully organise the Summer Games Zug 2026. In my new role as OCP and in my previous role as Head of Events, I would like to work with a dedicated team to make the Special Olympics National Summer Games Zug 2026 an inspiring experience for participants and spectators alike. This task fills me with pride and anticipation, and I will make full use of my organisational skills and enthusiasm. For me, this task is not just a responsibility, but an affair of the heart.’

Special Olympics is the world's largest sports movement for people with cognitive disabilities and is committed to their appreciation, acceptance and equality. The organisation was founded in 1968 by Eunice Kennedy-Shriver and is now represented by more than 3.6 million athletes in 207 countries. In Switzerland, Special Olympics has existed as an independent foundation since 1995. Special Olympics Switzerland organises around 70 competitions in a variety of sports every year, holds National Winter and Summer Games every two years, accompanies Swiss delegations to World Games in the years in between and trains coaches. Special Olympics is committed to an inclusive society in which everyone is welcome. The Organising Committee Special Olympics National Summer Games 2026 Zug is chaired by Eliane Müller. Other members of the Executive Board are Organising Committee Vice President Andreas Hotz, Felix Jaray and Gerda Schwindt. The administrative office is headed by Karin Christen. You can find information about Zug2026 here: www.zug2026.ch

For further information please contact

Eliane Müller, OC President: eliane@zug2026.ch

Andreas Hotz, OC Vice President: andi@zug2026.ch