Special Olympics Texas

East Region Bocce Competition

Location: Kinkaid School, 201 Kinkaid School Drive, Houston, TX 77024
Saturday, Oct 19

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Day of coordinator:  Kristen Basel

What is bocce?? Watch this video to learn more about this sport!

SOTX is looking for a host of volunteers to assist in a variety of roles, to help our athletes shine in a smoothly run competition designed to help them be their best. We need your help to do this!

Not super familiar with how the competition works? That’s OK!  Demonstrations and training will be provided day-of-event, at the start of your shift to ensure a positive volunteer experience for you!  Please arrive 15 minutes early for instructions.

If you have experience in the medical field, would like to become a GMT (Games Management Team), or become a Class A Volunteer, please click here for more information.  

We are looking for volunteers to fill shifts starting at 6:00 am and throughout the day!

Please choose a shift that you would like to assist with.  Shifts are subject to change based on the needs in other areas.

Contact CJ Isaac at [email protected] or 832-720-4863 if you have any questions or want to volunteer as a group.  All are welcome!

APPAREL Wear weather-appropriate athletic clothing and comfortable closed toe shoes. You may wear a shirt that represents your organization if you like.

Please bring water to stay hydrated and pack lightly, there is no storage for any personal belongings.

We will send you a text,  if there is a change in schedule or location, due to the weather.

NO ANIMALS allowed unless they are service pets.

We look forward to having you join us, See you soon!!

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As a volunteer member of Special Olympics Texas (SOTX), I agree to: 
-Follow the policies, rules, and procedures of SOTX;
-Place the safety and well-being of the Special Olympics athlete as foremost;
-Interact with the Special Olympics athletes in the appropriate and dignified manner that any athlete or individual deserves;
-Represent SOTX in a professional manner that represents a positive image to the community;
-Accept challenges using a constructive approach;
-Grant SOTX permission to use my likeness, voice, and words in television, radio, and film or in any form to promote the activities of SOTX.
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Sat Oct 19

Athlete Village

Hang out with athletes
Play and interact with athletes. Assist with Set Up and clean up
Hang out with athletes
Play and interact with athletes. Assist with Set Up and clean up
Sara R, Gavin R, Michaela D, Lilian R, sebastian D, Stefano R
Full

Bocce Competition

Timers, Scorekeepers
Assigned to a court to keep score, keep time, or shag balls.
Carolyn A, Hank A, JUAN H
9 open
Timers, Scorekeepers
Assigned to a court to keep score, keep time, or shag balls.
Bradley R
24 open
25 open

Court Monitor

Assure rules are followed
Ensure athletes are following court rules, obtain score results, and provide scores to the scorekeepers. Position will require bending and/or kneeling.
15 open
Parul M
14 open

Lunch

Assist Special Olympics staff with set-up, serving lunch, and clean-up.
10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Nathaniel P, Taylor B, Nikki L, Shakshi K, Kara S, Cody M, Brandie C
Full

Medical - Class A

Provide medical assistance to individuals
Provide medical assistance to individuals as needed. This is a Class A volunteer, BLS certification is required, please send info. to: [email protected]
2 open

Morning Set Up Crew

Assist SOTX Staff with unloading and setting up equipment. Position may require bending, kneeling, and/or lifting objects greater than 10 lbs. Volunteers will also help our teams and cheer the athletes on during the Opening Ceremony!
7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Ariel L, Nathaniel P, Taylor B, Maddie M, Niki N, Nikki L, Conrad L, Amber M, Shakshi K, Brandie C, Brittney B, Pete B, Aynsley B
27 open

Photography

Take pictures and videos of event
Take pictures and videos of the event. Person will be asked to use their own device then send photos after the event. Professional camera preferred but not required.
Masha P
Full
Parul M
Full

Results & Awards

Organize medals, stage athletes for presentation
Volunteers will be responsible for determining final awards based on game results and coordinating with the awards presenters. Help organize the medals and arranging them for presentation as well as staging the athletes (getting everyone positioned accordingly), escorting, and presenting the awards.
Jeanie A, James A, Veronique V, Jace G, Meredith H, Elliot H
Full
Winston S, Consuelo M, Kaukab K, Leverett M, Shayan K, Beth S
Full

Volunteer Coordinator & Family Info

Assist Volunteer Manager with various duties
Assist Volunteer Manager with checking in the volunteers for the day, direct individuals to their stations, prepare verification forms for those who need confirmation of hours and provide support to SOTX staff as needed. Share information about upcoming events with families, volunteers, and the community.
2 open
2 open

Water Crew

Fill coolers, move to courts, assist athletes,
Responsible for filling all water coolers, moving water coolers to courts, and distribution to athletes/coaches as needed; Requires standing, walking, and lifting objects over 10 lbs
John L, Taylor G, Kirsten C, Tiffany L
Full
Shakshi K
Full

Wrap Up Crew

Assist SOTX Staff with packing up and loading equipment into vans. Position may require bending, kneeling, and/or lifting objects greater than 10 lbs.
3:00 PM to 5:30 PM
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20 open