Special Olympics Texas - Bocce
Join the Kyle Knighthawks for our 1st season of Bocce with Special Olympics Texas (SOTX)!
Practice Schedule:
- Mondays and Thursdays from 9 AM – 10 AM starting June 17 going through Aug. 12.
- Starting Aug. 15, practices will move to 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM, due to school starting.
- Practice will be held the week of the competition on Aug. 19 and 22 from 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM.
- Practice will NOT be held week of July 1, July 8 or July 15.
Competition Details:
- Date: Saturday, Aug. 24, 2024
- Time: To be announced at later date
- Location: McNeil High School, 5720 McNeil Dr, Austin, TX
- Participation in the competition is highly encouraged for all athletes.
- All athletes are required to provide their own transportation to the competition.
- All athletes must have a current Special Olympics medical on file to participate in the competition.
- There will be a mandatory parent and athlete meeting on Wednesday, June 12 from 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM at the Lake Kyle Pavilion, 700 Lehman Road.
Program Eligibility:
All participants must meet the below criteria to ensure that participants can fully engage and benefit from the services offered. Eligibility criteria helps to maintain appropriate group dynamics, ensure the safety of all participants, and facilitate the successful delivery of program services.
- Ability to function independently or with minimal support in a group setting during program hours.
- Demonstrate socially acceptable behaviors, including respect for self and others, and adherence to program guidelines.
- Independence in essential self-care tasks such as feeding and bathroom needs.
- Participants requiring additional support with medications, bathroom needs, and feeding may attend with an attendant or caregiver.
Registration:
- Regular Open: Monday, May 6, 2024 - Monday, June 10, 2024
- Registration Cost: FREE
Come be a part of our team and experience the fun of playing Bocce!
Sign up to be a Knighthawk!
The City of Kyle Parks and Recreation offers inclusion services where individuals with disabilities have the chance to participate fully in the same recreation programs and events as their peers. Our inclusive services create an environment where everyone can thrive, ensuring the success and enjoyment of each participant in our diverse range of programs and events.
The City of Kyle Parks and Recreation believes in equal opportunities for all, and our commitment extends to offering reasonable accommodations upon request. To make a request please fill out our Accommodation Request Form. If you have any questions or concerns please contact Miranda Candia at mcandia@cityofkyle.com or 726-336-0007.
