SUMMER GAMES
May - June 2008 @ University of Vermont
Special Olympics Vermont will host the 39th Annual Summer Games at University of Vermont. Over 540 athletes from every county in Vermont will compete in the 2008 Summer Games. One hundred coaches and more than 300 volunteers will provide support throughout the entire weekend to ensure a successful event. The games will include Unified Sports® teams which comprise of individuals with and without intellectual disabilities on the same team. Spectators are welcomed and encouraged to support all Special Olympic Vermont Athletes. The rumor is true....after a long day of competing, athletes, coaches and volunteers are invited to THE DANCE. At 7:00pm in the big white tent behind the turf field bleechers, Top Hat DJ will entertain the night away. The theme of the 2008 dance will be the movie Grease. Break out your dancin' shoes and get ready!
Aquatics Athletics Bocce Softball Schedule of Events Overview Unless otherwise noted, all are welcome to come and cheer on the athletes! May 28th - May 30th Law Enforcement Torch Run Friday May 30th 9:00 – 9:15am School Based Opening Ceremony 9:30 – 1200pm Morning Competition 12:00 – 1:00pm Lunch (credentialed individuals only) 1:00 - 4:30pm Afternoon Competition/Awards 7:30 – 8:30pm Opening Ceremony - Turf field Saturday May 31st 10:00 – 4:00pm Olympic Town / Healthy Athlete /Merchandise Sales 9:15 – 12:00 Competition – Athletics, Bocce and Softball 9:15 – 1:30 Competition - Aquatics 12:00 – 1:00 Lunch (credentialed individuals only) 1:00 – 4:30pm Competition Resumes 5:00pm Entertainment-Olympic Town- Big tent 5:30 – 6:30 pm Dinner (credentialed individuals only) 7:00 – 9:00 pm Dance (Theme: The Movie GREASE)– Olympic Town – Big tent Sunday June 1st 9:00 – 12:00 pm Competition 10:00 – 2:30 pm Olympic Town – Merchandise sales – Big tent 12:00 – 1:00pm Lunch (credentialed individuals only) / Closing Remarks 1:00 – 2:30pm Competition Resumes
Other Materials: 2008 Results 2008 Summer Games Registration Forms 2008 Summer Games School Based Unified Bocce Registration Forms Coaches Handbook Volunteer for 2008 Summer Games |