2017 Summer Games
Get ready: 2017 Summer Games coming May 25 - May 28!
Thank you to all of our great volunteers, coaches, and sponsors. It's your help that makes it happen.
2017 Summer Games Entries Processing Schedule
Total number of Athletes at Summer Games 2,910
Number of Unified Partners 54
Number of Coaches 634 (224 Head Coaches, 410 Assistant Coaches)
Number of athletes participating in:
Athletics: 1320
Basketball: 1175
Cycling: 90
Soccer: 155
Gymnastics: 40
Tennis: 130
SUMMER GAMES HOUSING
Because of a U2 concert scheduled for May 26 at ATT Stadium, hotels may be more difficult to find as we get closer to competition.
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SOTX Drone Policy
Out of safety concerns for athletes, coaches, volunteers and spectators at Special Olympics Texas practices, events and competitions, Special Olympics Texas prohibits the operation or use of drones, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) or unmanned aerial systems (UASs) for photography or other use during our practices, events and competitions.
To opt into weather alerts and important news about the Summer Games competitions, simply text the word SOTXSUMMER to 888777.
Standard messaging fees may apply.
Tour the AT&T Stadium
AT&T Stadium is opening its doors for Special Olympics Texas during the 2017 Summer Games! The SOTX has secured multiple time slots for guided stadium tours at a deep discount for anyone involved with Special Olympics ($10 per person – a $20 discount)! Tours will be available May 24, 25, 27 and 28. Please note that reservations must be made one week before your preferred tour date. For more information regarding pricing and time slots available please contact Jon Shollenberger at 817-892-4531 or jshollenberger@dallascowboys.net.
