The Special Olympics of Missouri (SOMO) is hosting the annual Summer Games in Springfield, Missouri this year. Kristin Tivener of the Sports Medicine and Athletic Training department is working with SOMO to coordinate volunteer medical coverage for the Games.
The Games run from Friday, May 29th – Sunday, May 31st across the campuses of Missouri State University and Drury University and SOMO is anticipating approximately 2,200 athletes from across the State to participate this year.
Events that require medical coverage include the opening ceremonies, volleyball, soccer, track and field, powerlifting, aquatics, and dance.
Any certified athletic trainers or athletic training students who are interested in participating as part of the volunteer medical staff should contact Kristin at KTivener@MissouriState.edu or may stop by her office (sign up sheet on the door – PROF 160B).
If you are interested in participating as a non-medical volunteer or would like more information about the SOMO Summer Games, visit http://somo.org/summergames.