Area Coaches
Coaches Information
Special Olympics Texas athletes participate in more sports and at higher levels than ever before. Much of this success can be attributed directly to the coaches. As a coach, you provide the sports skills and spirit that, when instilled, define a true athlete. You are a role model and character builder. You give Special Olympics athletes the most immediate awareness of their self-worth, ability, courage, and capacity to grow and improve.
Why Become a Special Olympics Texas Coach?
Coaches play an indispensable role in Special Olympics, and coaching education helps to ensure each coach and athlete has the best sport experience possible. Your attitude towards sports and competition will directly affect your athletes. Special Olympics believes that the athletic experience and the camaraderie shared by teammates are what benefits athletes the most.
Coach Responsibilities
- Promote fair competition at all events
- Organize and conduct a sports training program
- Teach all coaching staff and athletes the rules of the sport
