Got strength? Think you’re tough? Then sign up for the Special Olympics Texas (SOTX) Fire Truck Pull on September 21 in Conroe.  Hosted by the Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR), the challenge requires teams of 12 people to put their biceps to the test and work together to pull an actual 55,000 pound fire truck for 50 feet! 

The Fire Truck Pull is open to the public.  Opening Ceremonies is set for 9:00 a.m. at Armstrong Elementary School, followed by the first pull at 9:15 a.m.  The event will wrap with an awards ceremony for the Fastest Team Pull and Top Fundraising Team around 12:00 p.m.

The entry fee is $50 per person or $600 per team of 12; sponsorship opportunities are available.  For more information or to register for the challenge, contact Rachell Baldwin (rbaldwin@sotx.org) at 936.756.6906.

About the Law Enforcement Torch Run
The Law Enforcement Torch Run is Special Olympics' largest grass-roots fundraiser and public awareness vehicle.  In Texas, the Law Enforcement Torch Run began in 1985 and had grown to become one of the largest in the nation.  In the last decade, Torch Run has contributed over $11 million through the dedication of thousands of law enforcement personnel fundraising on behalf of SOTX.  The support provided by this dedicated group has contributed greatly to programs in local communities, which involve more than 44,000 athletes with intellectual disabilities throughout the state.

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.

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