Special Olympics Texas

North Region Pickleball Competition '25

DFW Indoor Pickleball (4801 Spring Valley Road Farmers Branch, TX 75244)
Saturday, Jul 12

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The North Region Pickleball Competition will be held on Saturday, July 12th, at DFW Indoor Pickleball!

SOTX wants excited, passionate, and eager volunteers to come support our amazing Pickleball competition.

Is this your first time volunteering, and not sure what to expect? Check out the information below!

WHAT TO EXPECT
1. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to your assigned shift to get instructions and be shown your designated area.
2. We will be providing water for all volunteers, but bring a water bottle just in case we run out.
3. Please wear comfortable weather-appropriate clothing. Please bring a shirt that represents your organization, just in case we can't provide volunteer shirts.


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

Contact Wade Wilcox at [email protected] if you have any questions or concerns. All are welcome!

Closer to the event, we will provide updates if there is a change in schedule or location due to the weather.

We look forward to seeing you! 

#PLAY UNIFIED 

Need a confirmation for the hours you volunteered? Be sure to let the Volunteer Coordinator at the time of check-in, and then stop by the Volunteer Registration table before you leave to pick up your verification form.

Your Information

Your email address will remain private and is used for reminders and for the coordinator to contact you.
Your phone number will remain private and is used for reminders and for the coordinator to contact you.

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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.
Please select/check at least one job or spot.
Please select/check at least jobs or spots.
You are only allowed to sign up for one job or spot.

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Sat Jul 12

Assist by quickly retrieving balls during matches to keep play continuous and efficient. Help maintain the pace of the game and ensure the court stays clear and safe for players.
7:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Emily E, Jackie E, JD E, Kalie T, Hank T, Ahni K, Brady K, Sindhu K, Ryan S, Gabriel M, Keegan L, Nyauni C, Zach F
Full
This role requires knowledge of Pickleball. Oversees play on a designated court to ensure matches run smoothly and on schedule. The duties include verifying player check-ins, confirming scores, managing time limits, and reporting any rule violations or issues to the tournament director.
7:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Paula H, Lydia R T, Janet M, Herve V, Luke P, Milly P, Blake S, Wendy P, Malavika M, Alie M, Naomi B, Kylie B, Olivia G, Briggs G, Alex S, Robert “Bob” I, Aadi P
1 open
Requires First Aid, CPR, and AED certifications. If you have not previously, please email certifications to [email protected].
8:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Neel M
3 open
Responsible for organizing and distributing medals to participants. Staff at the station verify results, prepare awards for presentation, and help create a celebratory atmosphere for the athletes.
8:30 AM to 1:30 PM
Shyla Z, Ashley O, Emily E, Jennifer C, Whitley E
Full