STATE SUMMER GAMES

May 17-18, 2013

 

Who:
Athletes     1,800
Coaches       775
Fans          4,000

 

Where:
ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex
700 South Victory Way
Lake Buena Vista, FL  34747

 

Tentative Schedule of Events:

 

 

Volunteering at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex

Note:  Disney's program and terminology for those who volunteer at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex is "Sports Enthusiast."

Sports Enthusiast positions are available on Friday, May 17 and Saturday, May 18, 2013.  Positions are available for Athletics (track & field), Bocce, Soccer, Tennis, Volleyball, Cycling (Saturday only), Meals, Opening Ceremonies, Healthy Athletes, and more.

There are a finite number of volunteer positions available and they will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis.  Anyone who is not pre-registered and arrives during the Summer Games will be turned away.  Having more volunteers than what is required is not beneficial to Special Olympics or the volunteer’s experience.

ELIGIBILITY

Sports Enthusiasts must be at least 15 years of age to volunteer.  Remember that children under the eligible age are not allowed to volunteer or accompany you.   You will be told on the event day that your services cannot be utilized if you have children younger than the eligible age with you. This is for the safety of your child and everyone else involved.

SCHEDULE

Sports Enthusiast shifts and activities will be assigned on a first-come, first-serve basis.  Although every effort will be made to accommodate your selection, the scheduling office reserves the right to schedule and reassign volunteers on event date based on event needs; this also includes placing volunteers on a waiting list.

If you are late for your shift on event date, your requested assignment cannot be guaranteed.  For the good of the Games, we also reserve the right to move volunteers to different sports/venues based on event needs.  Therefore, we recommend wearing and/or bringing attire appropriate for indoor or outdoor venues.

You will receive a confirmation packet closer to the event.  Please refrain from requesting schedule changes until you receive your confirmation.  Schedules are subject to change.

APPRECIATION

As a Sports Enthusiast for Special Olympics Florida State Summer Games, you will receive one commemorative t-shirt for the event (sizes are not guarantied) and one snack per shift (snacks are provided at the start of your shift.  If you have special dietary needs, please plan accordingly.)  Do you want to receive a Theme Park ticket?  Volunteer for any of the events included in the Annual Sports Enthusiasts Calendar, and you will receive a WALT DISNEY WORLD® Resort 1 Day (1 Theme Park) ticket for every sixteen (16) points earned.  Theme park tickets will be distributed by mail within thirty days upon earning of every sixteen points.

TEAM LEADER OPPORTUNITIES

Team Leaders volunteers are needed to oversee specific volunteer locations.  Team Leaders are required to attend Team Leader Training and shadow three different areas before becoming a Sports Enthusiast team leader.  Other expectations include commitment prior to and on event day, strong leadership skills, dependability, and availability.  Team Leaders receive additional incentives due to the additional time commitment.  To become a team leader for any of our events, please call 407-938-3880 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

 

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After registering, if you have any questions or issues, please either contact Sports Enthusiast Information Line 407-938-3880 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .  Do not contact Special Olympics Florida with questions regarding volunteering at Disney venues.

If you are a group (defined as 10 people or more) interested in volunteering, please contact Donna Rowe, with Disney Sports and Recreation, 407-938-3834.

 

Family Information

ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex is a very large facility and guests should anticipate a fair amount of walking, in order to get to the competition and special event venues. For guests needing wheelchairs: you should plan on bringing your own (if you have one), or you may borrow one from Disney for the day. Chairs can be picked up at the main entrance (top of ramp) and you must leave a photo ID, which will be returned upon return of the chair.

Families and spectators may purchase food and/or beverage at an array of kiosks throughout the Sports Complex, including a quick service restaurant near the main entrance.

There is no fee for parking at the Sports Complex. 

Family and friends coming to Summer Games can make hotel reservations at:

Champions World Resort
8660 West Irlo Bronson Memorial Hwy (US 192)
Kissimmee, 34747
Phone:  407-396-4500
The Special Olympics Florida pre-negoiated rate is $35.  The code to use for this special rate is I/SOFL.

 

 

Cooler Policy

Guests will not be permitted to carry coolers into ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex except as follows:

• Each guest may bring in a single cooler of up to one gallon in size for personal use. Coaches may bring a single cooler into the facility of up to five gallons for team use.
• Guests with special dietary needs (i.e., medical conditions, religious doctrine, etc.) may bring in food for their personal consumption.
• No glass bottles or alcoholic beverages will be permitted.
• Lockable storage is not available to store coolers or other personal belongings. ESPN Wide World of Sports is not responsible for personal items that are lost or stolen.