More than 145 Special Olympics Texas athletes from across the state will saddle up for the 2012 Summer Games Equestrian Competition.  The competition will be held May 18-20 at the Brazos County Expo Center.  Athletes will compete in a variety of equestrian events, including barrel racing, western equitation, working trails and more.

Volunteers are needed!  We invite individuals, groups, families and companies to volunteer to assist with competitions and special events.  Online volunteer registration is available at www.specialolympicstexas.org.  For more information, call 1.800.876.JOIN, ext. 2947.

The equestrian competition is part of the state Summer Games.  More than 3,000 athletes competed in athletics, basketball, cycling, gymnastics, soccer and tennis at the University of Texas at Arlington and venues in the Arlington area, May 24-27, as part of the Games.

About Special Olympics Texas
Special Olympics Texas (SOTX) is a privately funded non-profit organization that changes lives through the power of sport by encouraging and empowering people with intellectual disabilities, promoting acceptance for all, and fostering communities of understanding and respect.  SOTX provides continuing opportunities for more than 44,000 children and adults with intellectual disabilities throughout the Lone Star State to realize their potential, develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage and experience joy and friendship.  To learn more, visit www.specialolympicstexas.org or call 800.876.5646.  Engage with us on: Twitter @SOTexas; fb.com/SpecialOlympicsTX; youtube.com/specialolympicstexas.

 Presenting Sponsors:
TD AMERITRADE and Walmart

Co-Sponsors:
Coca-Cola Refreshments, Food Town, H-E-B Tournament of Champions
Charitable Trust and Law Enforcement Torch Run

 Circle of Champions Sponsor:
Star-Telegram

Torchbearer Sponsors:
Atmos Energy, Bell Helicopter Textron, Essilor of America, Pillar Hotels, Prime Controls,
Regional Acceptance, Southwest Dairy Farmers and The University of Texas at Arlington