…Tug-of-war, anyone? Special Olympics Texas (SOTX) and the Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR) challenge you to take the toughest test in town this fall.  Register today for the Fire Truck Pull, hosted by the Bellaire Police and Fire Departments, on October 26 at Meyerland Plaza.  Teams of 12 will muster all their might to pull a 55,000 pound fire truck for 50 feet.  The team with the fastest pull time will be named the 2013 Fire Truck Pull Challenge Champions.   

Opening Ceremonies will kick off the challenge at 9:45 a.m., followed by the first pull at 10:00 a.m.  The event will wrap with an awards ceremony for First Responder and Civilian teams with the fastest pull time.  Food and drinks will be available for everyone in attendance.  Registration is $360 per team or $30 per person.  For more information, click here or contact Terri Stewart (tstewart@sotx.org) at 713.290.0049 ext. 234.

About the Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR)
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 close to 44,500 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 44,500 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 Sponsor:
Metro Fire

Sponsors:
Planet Lincoln, Planet Ford and Allegiance Bank

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