2018 STATE SUMMER GAMES SPECIAL OLYMPICS MONTANA Great Falls, MT

Coaches Handbook

1 WELCOME COACHES

Dear Coaches,

Welcome back to Great Falls, the heart of Special Olympics Montana. From the SOMT staff, the Games Management Team, and the numerous businesses and volunteers who support the 2018 State Summer Games we welcome you, your athletes, and their families to compete and enjoy these 48th Annual State Summer Games.

After observing the Games in Missoula, our Games Management Team was energized to make the 2018 State Summer Games an unforgettable experience as athletes are enabled to “Rise Above The Roar”. Our volunteers have spent countless hours of hard work preparing each venue and organizing the Games so you and your athletes have a memorable experience. We are also excited to build momentum to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Special Olympics Montana State Summer Games in 2020.

As your athletes gear up for the 2018-2020 State Summer Games, please prepare your athletes and families for the travel required to get to the various venues for the competitions. A map and all the details are included in the Welcome Packet.

We are excited to be part of an organization that provides the opportunity to have such a huge and positive impact in our communities across Montana. We applaud you and your team’s efforts in these State Summer Games.

Best of luck to you and your teams in the 2018 State Summer Games!

Kyle Herda Kelley Aline Games Co-Director Games Co-Director 2018-2020 State Summer Games 2018-2020 State Summer Games

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Table of Contents ...... 2

Crisis Management Procedure ...... 3

Security, Weather, Nerve Center, Team Check-in, Coaches Meeting ...... 4

Credentials & Notes ...... 5

Master Event Schedule ...... 6

Aquatics ...... 7-8

Athletics ...... 9-12

Bocce ...... 13-14

Cycling ...... 15-17

Equestrian ...... 18-20

Golf ...... 21-22

Gymnastics ...... 23-24

Kayaking ...... 25-26

MATP ...... 27-28

Powerlifting ...... 29-30

Soccer ...... 31-32

Triathlon ...... 33-34

Meals, Olympics Village, & Opening Ceremony ...... 35

Health and Wellness ...... 36

City Map ...... 37

Merchandise and Raffle ...... 38

Accident/Incident Report ...... 39

Protest Form ...... 40

Health/Crisis Mgmt. Procedure - Injury/Illness/Emergency

Outside of GAME Hours, if you need emergency assistance call 9-1-1 and they will help you as needed. PLEASE call or have someone call Jamie Wood – 406.564.2071 as soon as you are able to report you sought health care. All health events must be documented within 12 hours of care.

During Competition Immediate Care of Athlete First Aid Stations Medical Management Team  Identified location at each sport/event Jamie Wood – 406.564.2071  Staffed with first aid - medical personnel Patti Jo Lane – 406.870.1880  Staff identified by RED t-shirts marked with a WHITE CROSS Lacey Gallagher – 406.788.8284  FIRST seek help with any medical issue at the Justin Grohs – 406.868.3158 nearest First Aid Station The Medical Management Team has trained  Medical care will be provided on-site and referred personnel at each venue in the First Aid Station. to Medical Triage  Medical Triage will manage medical issues ALL First Aid and 9-1-1 personnel know the exact on-site, and as appropriate refer, and location of your event venue if the need to transport to an intermediate care clinic or transport is identified, as well as the location of emergency room for care as indicated. A.E.D. equipment.  Emergency Transport/ambulances are available and will be assessed by need at each The Medical Management team has two Frist Aid Station in conjunction with Medical Physicians to streamline any injuries or medical Triage events an athlete may have while competing.

If the need arises for further treatment at a higher level of care than can be provided at a First Aid Station, the athlete’s medical information will be provided from the Administrative Support Group(that came with the athlete)/to the local medical facility.

Medical Services in Great Falls Emergency Services in Great Falls Benefis Walk-In Express – 406.727.0626 Benefis Health System 1520 3rd Street NW 1101 26th Street South OPEN 8:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. 406.455.5000 FAX#: 406.727.3155  Emergency Department Benefis Walk-In Care – 406.731.8300  406.455.5200 1401 25th Street South  FAX#: 406.455.4966 OPEN 7 a.m. - 8 p.m. FAX#: 406.731.8324 Great Falls Clinic Hospital Great Falls Clinic Immediate Care – 3010 15th Avenue South 406.454.7200 406.216.8000 3000 15th Avenue South  Emergency Room OPEN 7 a.m. - 7 p.m.  406.216.8082 FAX#: 406.454.7250  FAX#: 406.216.8084 Great Falls Northwest Walk-in Care – 406.268.1600 1600 Division Road OPEN 7:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. FAX#: 406.771.3578 ______3

Medication

Any athlete who is taking medication should have a complete supply of medication and extras in case your trip is delayed. Coaches need to bring an accurate list of medication, as it is difficult to obtain certain types of medication on short notice.

Security Issues

During Competition Seek the assistance of the Venue Director to determine if the problem can be solved by stationing a volunteer at the needed location. If the problem involves any possibility of danger or violence, please call the police immediately. It is better to be safe than risk injury. If the problem is a theft, non-emergency or a general concern issue, please talk to the Venue Director.

Emergencies Call the Police (911).

In any crisis situation, all requests for information from the media must be routed to Special Olympics Montana President/CEO, Bob Norbie at (406) 899-2323.

Inclement Weather Procedure

In case of inclement weather that impacts the ability for an event to be held, the Venue Director in consultation with SOMT Staff will make a determination if the event will proceed. Depending on the situation, the event could be delayed, postponed or moved. In extreme cases the event may be cancelled. The safety of the participants is our priority. In case of inclement weather, monitor the SOMT Facebook page, website or the mobile app for further details. In addition, all Local Program Coordinators will be emailed.

Nerve Center/Information

The Nerve Center provides information, events/games schedules and materials regarding the State Summer Games as well as other Special Olympics programs. On Wednesday and Thursday, the Nerve Center will be located in the University of Providence – McLaughlin Center Lobby. On Friday, the Nerve Center will be located at Great Falls High Memorial Stadium.

Please notify the Nerve Center of any medical situation and status as soon as possible after the situation has been addressed.

Nerve Center Schedule Wednesday, May 16 7:00am – 3:30pm * Thursday, May 17 7:00am – 3:30pm * Friday, May 18 8:00am – 3:30pm *

NERVE CENTER PHONE NUMBER: 406-770-0012

*Nerve Center Volunteers will be available by phone at these times during the games.

Team Check-In

Team check-in is from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 15th at the University of Providence, McLaughlin Center Lobby. Team packets will be distributed at this time. A representative from each team/delegation MUST check-in on Tuesday, May 15th between 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m., unless prior arrangements have been made with the SOMT Sports Department.

Coaches Meeting

A mandatory meeting for all team head coaches will be held promptly at 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 15th, roll call will be taken. NOTE CHANGE OF LOCATION: The meeting will take place in the University of Providence Theater.

Credentials (Name Tag ID)

Identification name tags will be provided for each athlete, unified partner, coach and volunteer registered for the 2018 State Summer Games. They will be included in the team packet at registration. All athletes and unified partners must wear these name tags for medical purposes at all times, except while competing. If an athlete loses his or her name tag, replacements will be available at the Nerve Center.

Need Help? There are many different people available to help you during and around the games. Look for the different colored games shirts (listed below).

Medical/First Aid – RED Venue Director – LIME GREEN Volunteers – TEAL State Summer Games GMT - BLUE

NOTES:

Tuesday, May 15 2018 State Summer Games Schedule

5:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. LETR BBQ and Torch Arrival Centene Stadium 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Health & Wellness Education Centene Stadium 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Teams Check-In U of Providence - McLaughlin Center 8:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Coaches Meeting U of Providence – Theater (Please note the updated location)

Wednesday, May 16 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Nerve Center & Information U of Providence - McLaughlin Center 8:00 a.m. - 9:30 p.m. Medical/First Aid Sport Venues/Medical Triage @ University of Providence 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Unified Sports Triathlon (Swim-Bike-Run) GFH Pool & Memorial Stadium (Please note the updated start time) 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Traditional Bocce Doubles Paris Gibson School Football Field 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Motor Activities Training Program Great Falls Central Catholic High School 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Athletics (Softball Throw, Shot Put) GFH - Memorial Stadium – Practice Field 10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Athletics (Turbo Jav) GFH - Memorial Stadium – Practice Field 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Soccer - 5 vs. 5 & Individual Skills U of Providence - Soccer Field 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Golf - Level 1 (Individual Skills) Hickory Swing Golf Course 10.30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Golf - Levels 2-5 Hickory Swing Golf Course (9 & 18 Hole Singles and Alternate Shot) 12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Gymnastics Great Falls Gymnastics Academy 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Kayaking Wadsworth Park & Reservoir

Special Events 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Family & Friends Hospitality Sport Venues 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Health & Wellness Education U of Providence - Soccer Stadium 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Health & Wellness Education Paris Gibson School Football Field 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Olympic Village Paris Gibson School Gym 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Lunch Pick up Centene Stadium 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Team BBQ Montana ExpoPark Central Park 5:30 p.m. Torch Run – Final Leg Arrives Montana ExpoPark Four Seasons Arena 6:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Marshaling of Athletes / Pre-Show Entertainment Montana ExpoPark Exhibition Hall 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Parade of Athletes/Opening Ceremony Montana ExpoPark Four Seasons Arena

Thursday, May 17 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Nerve Center & Info U of Providence – McLaughlin Center 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. Medical/First Aid Sport Venues / Medical Triage @ Family Living Center, Montana ExpoPark 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Equestrian Montana Expo Park 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Powerlifting Great Falls Central Catholic High School 8:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Athletics (Walks, Long Jump, Wheelchair Events) North Middle School – Track & Gym 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Cycling (Road Races) Montana ExpoPark 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Aquatics/Swimming Great Falls High Pool 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Unified Bocce Doubles Paris Gibson School Football Field 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Cycling (Sprints) Montana ExpoPark – Parking Lot

Special Events 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Family & Friends Hospitality Sport Venues 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Olympic Village Paris Gibson School Gym 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Health & Wellness Education Paris Gibson School Football Field 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Health & Wellness Education Great Falls Central Catholic High School 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Lunch Pick-Up Centene Stadium 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Families & Friends Dinner (RSVP Required) University of Providence 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Dine Out Night - Athletes & Coaches Various Locations in Great Falls 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Dance & Carnival Montana ExpoPark Four Seasons Arena

Friday, May 18 8:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Medical Triage/First Aid Great Falls High - Memorial Stadium 8:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Nerve Center & Information Great Falls High - Memorial Stadium 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. Closing Ceremony Great Falls High - Memorial Stadium 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Health & Wellness Education Great Falls High – Memorial Stadium 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Athletics (25M Walk, 100M Walk, Great Falls High - Memorial Stadium 100M,1500M, 400M, 50M Walk, 50M, 800M, 200M, 4x100M Relay, 4x100M Unified Relay) 6 11:00 a.m. Lunch Pick Up Great Falls High - Memorial Stadium

AQUATICS/

SWIMMING

Rules: For coaching guides, rules and links to national governing body rules of competition go to: http://media.specialolympics.org/resources/sports-essentials/sport- rules/Swimming-Sports-Rules.pdf

Venue Directors: Heidi & Paige LePard

Date/Time: Thursday, May 17th from 9:30am – 2:30pm

Location: Great Falls High Pool – Swarthout Fieldhouse: 1900 2nd Ave. South

Competition Facilities: The pool is a 6 lane 25 yard pool with starting blocks in the deep end. All fundamental (developmental) events will take place in the shallow end going short wall to short wall.

Please remember that walking is not allowed in any event except the walking event.

Order of Events: 10M Assisted Swim - with kickboard 50M Breaststroke 10M Assisted Swim 50M Butterfly 15M Aquatic Walk 50M Freestyle 15M Flotation Race 100M Backstroke 15M Unassisted Swim 100M Breaststroke 25M Backstroke 100M Freestyle 25M Breaststroke 400M Freestyle 25M Butterfly 4X25 Freestyle Relay 25M Flotation Race 4X25 Freestyle Unified Relay 25M Freestyle 4X50 Free Relay 200M Freestyle 4X50 Freestyle Unified Relay 50M Backstroke

Coaches’ meetings at 8:45 am

Warm-up: Warm-up will be 8:30-9:00am and competition will begin at 9:30 am.

Staging: Great Falls High Swarthout Fieldhouse (gymnasium)

During the meet, volunteers will meet athletes in the gym staging area and guide them to the pool deck and back to the gym. Spectators will not be allowed on the pool deck due to the limited space. Coaches may assist athletes requiring additional support. There is a spectator area for coaches, families and teammates to cheer on their athletes. There will be live feed video of the swim meet in the staging gym.

Awards: Awards will take place after each race in the Great Falls High Swarthout Fieldhouse (gym).

Lunch: For athletes, coaches, and team volunteers, lunch will be available for pick-up at the Centene Stadium, 11:00am and 1:00pm. Please be prepared to present your lunch tickets to receive lunches for your delegation. 7

Aquatics/Swimming Venue Map – Thursday, Great Falls High, 1900 2nd Ave. So.

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Parking Area P F Parking O O Gym/Team Area O Y /Marshall L E Area Parking R Area

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Symbols Notes No Parking Locker Rooms  Street parking will be used for bus and overflow parking. DO NOT PARK in no parking zones. Awards Area  Teams and spectators enter through upstairs foyer doors on either side of building.  Spectator seating, the team area, and restrooms will all be accessed through the upper foyer. Restrooms  Pack-it-in, Pack-it-out. Show respect for the venue by taking care of all trash related items, do not litter. Upstairs Spectator Seating Team Entrance

Staircase to and from pool; for athletes 8

ATHLETICS

Rules: For coaching guides, rules and links to national governing body rules of competition go to: http://media.specialolympics.org/resources/sports-essentials/sport- rules/Athletics-Sports-Rules.pdf

Venue Directors: Dan Brady & Darren Brown. Assisted by Chuck Jennings & Jim Boyle.

Location: Great Falls High Memorial Stadium & North Middle School Track & Gymnasium

Awards: Awards will take place after each division

Lunches: For athletes, coaches, and team volunteers, lunch will be available for pick-up at Centene Stadium, 11:00am and 1:00pm. Please be prepared to present your lunch tickets to receive lunches for your delegation. On Friday, lunches will be delivered to Great Falls High.

Day: Wednesday, May 16th, 2018: Great Falls High Practice Field (1900 2nd Ave. So.)

Time/Events: 8:30am – 12:30pm Softball Throw, Shot Put, Turbo Jav

Day: Thursday, May 17th, 2018: North Middle School Track & Gym (2601 8th St. NE)

Time/Events: 8:00am – 3:30pm Standing Long Jump, Running Long Jump, Wheel chair events, Walks

Day: Friday, May 18th, 2018: Great Falls High Memorial Stadium (1900 2nd Ave. So.)

Time/Events: 9:30am – 3:30pm

25M Run 25M Walk 100M Walk 100M Run 1500M Run 400M Run 50M Walk 50M Run 800M Run 200M Run 4x100M Relay 4x100M Unified Relay 4x400M Relay 4x400M Unified Relay

*To gain entry to the staging area (infield) you must either be an athlete or unified partner competing (bib) or have a Field Pass. All others will be denied entry to this area.

Athletics Venue Map – Wednesday, Great Falls High, 1900 2nd Ave. So.

T Shotput Marshall H Area Area R Awards O Area W Seating Awards S

A Team R Tent E Area A Throws Area --Bus Drop- off--

Parking Area

Symbols Notes No Parking  Street parking will be used for bus and overflow parking. DO NOT PARK in no parking zones. Triathlon Crossing Guards  Triathlon will be taking place simultaneously to athletics. Follow the commands of all crossing guards in order to maintain the safety of competing athletes. Restrooms  No reservations on the Team Tent Area. First come, first serve, but show respect to other teams. Grandstand Entrance  Pack-it-in, Pack-it-out. Show respect for the venue by taking care of all trash related items, do not litter. Team Entrance

First Aid

Athletics Venue Map – Thursday, North Middle School, 2601 8th St. NE

Bus Loop- Drop-off Only. No Parking

Marshall P Area- Jumps/ Walks Marshall Area- Wheelchair Wheel -chair Events SS Awards Area

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Symbols Notes No Parking SS Spectator Seating  Street parking will be used for bus and overflow parking. DO NOT PARK in no parking zones.  You must have a SOMT issued field pass to access the marshall area. There will be volunteers checking. Crossing Guard P Parking  No reservations on the Team Tent Area. First come, first serve, but show respect to other teams. Restrooms  Pack-it-in, Pack-it-out. Show respect for the venue by taking care of all trash related items, do not litter. Spectator Seating Entrances  The bus loop will be being used between 7:25-7:50 am, as well as between 2:15-2:45 pm. Try to situate Team Entrance your drop-offs and pick-ups so as to not interfere with school busses. Bus Parking will be at WalMart.

First Aid

Athletics Venue Map – Friday, Great Falls High, 1900 2nd Ave. So.

Spectator Seating

Marshall Awards Area

Area

Team Tent Area

--Bus Drop- off--

Parking Area

Symbols Notes No Parking Competition Area  Street parking will be used for bus and overflow parking. DO NOT PARK in no parking zones. Field Pass Checker  No reservations on the Team Tent Area. First come, first serve, but show respect to other teams.  Pack-it-in, Pack-it-out. Show respect for the venue by taking care of all trash related items, do not litter. Restrooms Grandstand Entrance Team Entrance

First Aid

BOCCE

Rules: For coaching guides, rules and links to national governing body rules of competition go to: http://media.specialolympics.org/resources/sports- essentials/sport-rules/Bocce-Sports-Rules.pdf

Venue Director: Michelle Torres

Dates, times and events:

Wednesday, May 16th, 2018 9:00am – 3:00pm: Traditional Bocce Doubles

Thursday, May 17th, 2018 9:00am – 3:00pm: Unified Bocce Doubles

Location: Paris Gibson School Football Field. 2400 Central Ave.

Venue: As per the Special Olympics, Inc. rules, the courts will have side and end walls. The side or end walls may be utilized during play for bank shots or rebound shots.

Field of play: There will be a roped off spectator area for coaches, families and athletes not competing. No one but athletes, Unified partners and officials are allowed in the competition area.

Competition: A Doubles match is decided by the first team to 12 pts or 15 minutes, whichever comes first. After 15 minutes, the team with the most points wins the match. Doubles pairs will be placed in 3 or 4 team divisions with bracketed play. Each pair will play two games to determine gold, silver, bronze or 4th place.

Awards: Awards will be presented as each division finishes their competition.

Lunch: For athletes, coaches, and team volunteers, lunch will be available for pick-up at Centene Stadium, 11:00am and 1:00pm. Please be prepared to present your lunch tickets to receive lunches for your delegation.

Bocce & Olympic Village Venue Map – Wednesday & Thursday, Paris Gibson School, 2400 Central Ave.

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--Bus Drop-off-- - Parking south heading way Area Bocce

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Area

Spectator Awards Area

Symbols Notes No Parking Team Area  Street parking will be used for bus and overflow parking. DO NOT PARK in no parking zones. School personnel and students may be sharing main parking lot. Parking Area  Spectators may enter through the Team Entrance, but should preferably enter through the Spectator/Team Restrooms Entrances. Spectator/Team Entrances  No reservations on the Team Tent Area. First come, first serve, but show respect to other teams. Pack-it-in, Pack-it-out. Show respect for the venue by taking care of all trash related items, do not litter.

Team Entrance  14

First Aid

CYCLING

Rules: For coaching guides, rules and links to national governing body rules of competition, go to: http://media.specialolympics.org/resources/sports- essentials/sport-rules/Cycling-Sports-Rules.pdf

Venue Director: Gerry Jennings

Date: Thursday, May 17th, 2018

Time/Events: 9:00 am –12:00pm – Road Races 25K, 10K, 15K, 5K

1:00pm - 4:00pm – Sprints 500M, 1K

Location: Montana ExpoPark, 400 3rd St. NW

Bike Checks:

All bicycles/tricycles must go through a mandatory check before they will be allowed in competition. Bicycles/tricycles can be inspected at the following time/location:

 Knicker Biker- 117 2nd Ave N o Tuesday, May 15th- 10:30a-5:00p (triathlon only) o Wednesday, May 16th- 10:30a-5:00p  Big Horn Outdoor Specialists- 206 5th St S o Wednesday, May 16th- 10:00a-5:00p  Central Bike and Key o Wednesday, May 16th- 9:30a-5:00p

Any bicycle/tricycle that has not been inspected prior to competition may not be allowed. This is for the athlete’s safety and the safety of others.

NOTE: Time trials will be run in thirty second to one minute intervals, one athlete at a time, not as a race, as has been done in previous years.

Cycling Venue Map (Road Races) – Thursday, Montana ExpoPark, 400 3rd St. NW.

Cycling Venue Map (Sprints) – Thursday, Montana ExpoPark, 400 3rd St. NW.

EQUESTRIAN

Rules: For coaching guides, rules and links to national governing body rules of competition go to: http://media.specialolympics.org/resources/sports-essentials/sport- rules/Equestrian-Sports-Rules.pdf

Venue Directors: Eagle Mount Staff, Heather Martin (lead)

Day/Time: Thursday, May 17th, 2018, 8:00am – 4:00pm (Mandatory coaches meeting at 8:00am)

Events: Barrel racing, English equitation, pole bending, showmanship at bridle, showmanship at halter, stock seat equitation, working trails English & stock seat, drill team

Location: Montana ExpoPark, 400 3rd St. NW. (Livestock Pavilion, Outdoor Arena, Stalls)

Practice: Athletes are welcome to practice with supervision by their coaches; the trail course will be setup. Wednesday, May 16th, 2018 1:00pm – 5:00pm

Arrival: Arrival time for horses is set for Wednesday, May 16th, 2018 from 1:00pm to 4:00pm. Upon arrival, all horses need to be visually inspected by the venue directors, and venue directors will check health papers. Visual check will take place at Livestock Pavilion.

Horses: REMINDER: It is the responsibility of the teams to provide their own horses.

Grooming and Tack: Safety is the number one objective for this year’s competition. Please make sure the following guidelines are met to ensure a safe, fun, and enjoyable experience for every athlete.

• All riders (including coaches and athletes) must wear helmets at all times when riding a horse. • Athletes must either wear closed-toe shoes with heels or use safety stirrups and long pants (jeans or khakis may be worn) and hard soled shoes with a heel or boots. Weather permitting, please make sure athletes wear appropriate clothing. • All tack will be inspected before each class. Tack must be clean, in good repair, and meet the Special Olympics Rules. • Halters are required for all supported classes. Lead lines must be attached to the halters and not the bridles. • Prohibited equipment, includes warm-up as well as competition: o Bearing, side or running reins o Seat Covers o Horse boots, bandages, or blinders o Nose covers • Adaptive Equipment must be declared at mandatory coaches meeting and approved by venue directors. • Bridles must be appropriate to the class entered and meet the rule requirement 18

EQUESTRIAN Continued…

Mounting Athletes • There will be a designated mounting area. Team are encouraged to bring mounting blocks.

Classes and keeping the day moving: You are responsible for your athletes, and to make sure that they arrive on time to their scheduled classes. If they are not in the ring when the class closes, your rider will be scratched. Trail will be in the Outdoor Arena and riders are encouraged to complete their pattern as time permits.

Facility Clean up: Please help us keep Montana ExpoPark clean by picking up after yourself and your horses throughout the day. When leaving the facility following the show, be sure to take all of your belongings with you. Also, be sure to clean your stalls before leaving the facility.

Families/Spectators: Areas are available for spectators to take photographs of athletes receiving their awards. Please remind families and spectators to stay in the designated spectator areas. There are restricted areas (tack check, staging, mounting, and dismounting) where nobody but athletes, coaches, volunteers and qualified games officials are allowed due to safety issues. We ask that everyone please comply with these rules to keep participants, volunteers, and family members safe.

Pets: For the safety of the athletes & those riding, please do not bring pets to the facility.

Awards: The award ceremonies will take place at the end of the day. Please encourage athletes and their families to participate at this special time. There will be an awards ceremony group present to congratulate all deserving athletes.

Medical Support: Local ambulance service will be on site the entire competition in case of an emergency.

Equestrian Venue Map – Thursday, Montana ExpoPark, 400 3rd St. NW.

GOLF

Rules: For coaching guides, rules and links to national governing body rules of competition go to: http://media.specialolympics.org/resources/sports- essentials/sport-rules/Golf-Sports-Rules.pdf

Venue Director: Hickory Swing Golf Course Staff & Stacey Zins

Day/Time: Wednesday, May 16th, 2018 Level 1: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Levels 2 – 5: 10:30 am – 4:00 pm

Location: Hickory Swing Golf Course, 1100 American Ave.

The range of events is intended to offer competition opportunities for athletes of all abilities. Coaches are responsible for providing training and event selection appropriate to each athlete’s skill and interest.

Level 1 Individual Skills Competition

Level 2 Unified Sports Team Play - alternate shot 9 hole Athletes must tee off on holes 1, 3, 5, 7 & 9. Partners tee off on holes 2, 4, 6 & 8.

Level 3 Unified Sports Team Play – alternate shot 18 hole Team may choose who tees off first, athletes & partners must then alternate on all other holes.

Level 4 Individual Stroke Play Competition - 9 hole

Level 5 Individual Stroke Play Competition - 18 hole

All Levels 10X is in effect. Each player/team will have 10 strokes to hole the ball.

Golf Venue Map – Wednesday, Hickory Swing Golf Course, 1100 American Ave.

Symbols Notes Parking First Aid  Holes 1-9 will be played on the “Back 9.” Holes 10-18 will be played on the “Front 9,” if necessary. This is Awards Area subject to change.  Restrooms are in the clubhouse. There are not any on the course. Restrooms 21  There is a large parking lot available, with plenty of room for both vehicles and busses. Tee-box Holes 10-18  Pack-it-in, Pack-it-out. Show respect for the venue by taking care of all trash related items, do not litter.

Tee-box Holes 1-9 22

Marshall Area

GYMNASTICS

Rules: For coaching guides, rules and links to national governing body rules of competition go to: http://media.specialolympics.org/resources/sports- essentials/sport-rules/Artistic-Gymnastics-Sports-Rules.pdf

Venue Director: Brenda Wrigley

Date and time: Wednesday, May 16th, 2018, 12:30pm – 3:30pm

Location: Great Falls Gymnastics Academy, 815 1st Ave. No.

Events offered: Balance Beam (women), Floor exercise (men and women), Parallel bars (men), Vault (men and women), Level A – Floor exercise, tumbling, vault, and wide beam.

Spectators: There will be a designated spectator area. Volunteers, athletes, and coaches are the only ones allowed in the competition area.

There is no flash photography for the safety of the athletes.

Awards: Awards will be presented at the end of competition.

Gymnastics Venue Map – Wednesday, Great Falls Gymnastics Academy, 815 1st Ave. N.

Competition Area

One-way heading East

Notes

Symbols

No Parking  Pack-it-in, Pack-it-out. Show respect for the venue by taking care of all trash related items, do not litter. Awards Area Restrooms Parking Entrance

First Aid

KAYAKING

Rules: For coaching guides, rules and links to national governing body rules of competition go to: http://media.specialolympics.org/resources/sports-essentials/sport- rules/Kayaking-Sports-Rules.pdf

Venue Director: John Schukei

Date and time: Wednesday, May 16th, 2018, 12:00pm – 3:00pm

Location: Wadsworth Park & Pond, 4620 Wilkinson Lane

Events offered: 200 meter individual and Unified 500 meter individual and Unified 200 meter and 500 Meter Unified Doubles Tourist Kayak

Awards: Awards will be presented at the end of competition.

Kayaking Venue Map – Wednesday, Wadsworth Park & Pond, 4620 Wilkinson Lane

Symbols Notes Awards Area  Observe the parking areas.  Bus parking is allowed wherever busses are out of the way of traffic. Restrooms  Pack-it-in, Pack-it-out. Show respect for the venue by taking care of all Launch Zone trash related items, do not litter. First Aid Parking

MATP MOTOR ACTIVITIES TRAINING PROGRAM

Coaching Guide: For coaching guide, go to: http://www.specialolympics.org/Sections/Sports-and- games/Sports_and_Games.aspx?source=QL

Venue Director: Lisa Romig

Date/Time: Wednesday, May 16th, 2018 9:00am-12:00pm

Location: Great Falls Central Catholic High School, 2800 18th Ave. So.

For the athlete who does not yet possess the skills necessary to participate in official Special Olympics sports or whose disability is more profound, the Motor Activities Training Program fits the bill. MATP activities are highly adaptive and will provide every athlete the opportunity to experience success. Athletes who participate in MATP experience the both joy of adapted sports activity and the uplifting advantage of socialization with other athletes and volunteers.

Activities Offered:

 10M Walk/Roll

 Obstacle Course

 Ball Kick

 Ball Throw

 Golf Putt

 Basketball Dribble

MATP Venue Map – Wednesday, Great Falls Central Catholic High School, 2800 18th Ave. S.

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Symbols Notes Awards Area  Street parking will be used for overflow parking. DO NOT PARK in no parking zones. Restrooms  Bus Parking will be in the designated area to the east of the building.  Pack-it-in, Pack-it-out. Show respect for the venue by taking care of all trash related items, do not litter. Gym Entrance First Aid

No Parking/Do Not Enter

POWERLIFTING

Rules: For coaching guides, rules and links to national governing body rules of competition go to: http://media.specialolympics.org/resources/sports- essentials/sport-rules/Powerlifting-Sports-Rules.pdf

Venue Director: Mike Bicsak

Date, time: Thursday, May 17th, 2018: 8:00am to 4:00pm 8:00am – 8:30am: Weigh In, Uniform Check, Coaches Meeting 8:30am – 9:00am: Warm up & Exhibition 9:00am – 4:00pm: Competition

Location: Great Falls Central Catholic High School, 2800 18th Ave. So.

Events offered: Bench Press, Dead lift, Squat, Combination (bench/dead) or Combination (bench/dead/squat)

Awards: Awards will be presented throughout competition.

Competition:

1. Uniform and equipment rules will be strictly enforced. Athletes not in proper uniforms will not be allowed to compete for medals, only for participation ribbons. 2. Bring any problems to the attention to the venue director. 3. Have fun! Have the athletes think of a nickname (if they would like) so we can announce it.

Powerlifting Venue Map – Thursday, Great Falls Central Catholic High School, 2800 18th Ave. S.

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SOCCER

Rules: For coaching guides, rules and links to national governing body rules of competition go to: http://media.specialolympics.org/resources/sports- essentials/sport-rules/Football-Sports-Rules.pdf

Venue Directors: Brian Clarke

Date and time: Wednesday, May 16th, 2018, 9:00am – 3:00pm

Location: University of Providence Soccer Field, 1301 20th St. So.

Events offered: Individual Skills Competition 5-a-side Traditional Team 5-a-side Unified Team

Competition: The event will run as a modified round-robin tournament. Games will consist of two – fifteen minute halves with a five minute half time break.

Individual Skills will be run from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. while team play is bracketed for afternoon play.

Guidelines: To ensure you and your teams have the best experience possible; Please arrive at least 30 minutes prior to scheduled games. This will give your team a chance to warm up and stretch in the team warm-up area.

One sideline along each of the fields is only for athletes playing in their respective games. All spectators and athletes not involved in a game will be asked to use the bleachers.

Lunches: For athletes, coaches, and team volunteers, lunches will be available for pick-up at Centene Stadium, 11:00am and 1:00pm. Please be prepared to present your lunch tickets to receive lunches for your delegation.

Soccer Venue Map – Wednesday, University of Providence, 1301 20th St. So.

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Symbols Notes Awards Area  Use the designated parking area. DO NOT PARK in no parking zones.  Team and skills competition will both take place in the “competition area.” Restrooms  Pack-it-in, Pack-it-out. Show respect for the venue by taking care of all trash related items, Spectator Seating do not litter. First Aid No Parking/Do Not Enter

TRIATHLON

Coaching Guide: To review the coaching guide, go to: http://digitalguides.specialolympics.org/triathlon/index.php

Venue Directors: Ron & Peggy Ray

Date/time: Wednesday, May 16th, 2018, 9:00am – 12:00pm (Please note change in start time)

Location: Great Falls High Pool & Memorial Stadium, 1900 2nd Ave. So.

Competition: 350M Swim, 3-mile bike and 1-mile run

SWIM – Great Falls High Pool BIKE: Great Falls High School Campus RUN: Memorial Stadium Track @ Great Falls High

Transitions: Zone 1 – swim to bike Swimmers will swim 7 laps (14 lengths) in the indoor pool at Great Falls High. Once complete, they will touch the edge of the pool and the cyclist will exit the back door to where their bikes will be staged.

Zone 2 – bike to run Bikers will finish in the transition zone, & runners will be staged adjacent to that area. Once the cyclist crosses the transition zone line, the runner can begin.

Bike Checks: Knicker Biker- 117 2nd Ave N Tuesday, May 15th- 10:30a-5:00p

Triathlon Venue Map – Wednesday, Great Falls High, 1900 2nd Ave. So.

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Athletics Seating Awards Awards Awards Area Area

Cycling Leg --Bus 5 Laps Drop-off--

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Symbols Notes No Parking  Street parking will be used for bus and overflow parking. DO NOT PARK in no parking zones. Crossing Guards  Athletics will be taking place simultaneously to triathlon. Restrooms Locker Rooms Follow the commands of all crossing guards in order to Grandstand Entrance maintain the safety of competing athletes.  The swimming leg entrance/exit will be through the Team Entrance downstairs foyer doors on the north side of the building. First Aid Transfer Zone Enter through the door with the sign on it. Cycling/Running Staging Area  Pack-it-in, Pack-it-out. Show respect for the venue by taking Course Monitors care of all trash related items, do not litter. 34

Meals

Meals are for credentialed people only (athletes, coaches, LPCs, delegation volunteers, Unified partners). Lunch tickets are provided in registration packages. Additional tickets are provided for your bus drivers. Please be prepared to present your lunch ticket to receive lunches for your delegation.

Lunches Wednesday, May 16th 11:00am – 1:00pm Pick up at Centene Stadium Thursday, May 17th 11:00am – 1:00pm Pick up at Centene Stadium Friday, May 18th 11:00am – 1:00pm Lunches will be delivered to Great Falls High Memorial Stadium Team BBQ Wednesday, May 16th 5:30pm – 6:30pm Montana ExpoPark-Central Park Dine Out Night Thursday, May 17th 5:00pm – 7:00pm Various Locations in Great Falls

Dine-Out Assignments

An assignment sheet provided will detail where you and your athletes will be eating for the Special Olympics Dine-Out will be distributed at the team registration. Please read the list carefully and make sure the number of persons confirmed is the number of people who go to the restaurant or church.

It’s important to note that the Dine-out locations are expecting the teams at 5:00pm. They have scheduled their evening around your delegation. Please be there on time & remember to thank everyone for their kindness and the donation.

Olympic Village

Day/Times: Wednesday, May 16th - 9am to 3pm Thursday, May 17th - 9am to 3pm

Location: Paris Gibson School Gymnasium, 2400 Central Ave. Please enter building on East side.

Musical entertainment from 9am to 2pm

Opening Ceremony – Parade of Athletes:

After the Team BBQ, delegations should proceed to the Montana ExpoPark Four Seasons Arena & Exhibition Hall. Please find your delegation sign and prepare to enjoy the Opening Ceremony experience. Water will be available.

NOTE: A Parade of Athletes map will be included in your registration packet. 35

Health & Wellness

Healthy Habits Traveling Squads:

 Wednesday, May 16th @ University of Providence Soccer Field 9:00-11:00  Wednesday, May 16th @ Paris Gibson School Football Field 9:00-3:00  Thursday, May 17th @ Paris Gibson School Football Field 9:00-3:00  Thursday, May 17th @ Great Falls Central Catholic High School Gym 9:00-11:00  Friday, May 18th @ GFHS Memorial Stadium 9:00-3:00

Snack Pack— Squads share a message about eating healthy and athletes will receive a free healthy snack.

Thirst Responders—Squads talk about the importance of drinking water and athletes will be encouraged to fill their new water bottle at a hydration station set-up at each of the athletic venues.

Solar Patrol—Squads share a message about the importance of applying sunscreen and samples will be given to the athletes.

Limber Jacks—Squads share a message about the importance of stretching and assist athletes with stretching if they would like.

Tooth Fairies —Squads utilize puppets and large toothbrushes to message about proper dental care. Each athlete receives a new toothbrush and toothpaste in their registration bag.

Introducing the newest Healthy Athletes Discipline!

 Tuesday, May 15th at the LETR BBQ in Centene Stadium from 5:00pm to 8:00pm

Four Strong Mind Stations

Station 1: Stress Balls—Athletes receive a stress ball and practice breathing, squeezing the ball and releasing.

Station 2: Think a Good Thought—Athletes mentally picture someone or something that is special to them. They will talk with the volunteers about positive thoughts and the athletes will walk away with a power message for the SSG competition events.

Station 3: Smell the Flower—Athletes will receive a pinwheel and practice breathing exercises to decrease stress and anxiety.

Station 4: Stretching exercises for relaxation. Athletes will learn how to use their body position to stretch into a relaxed and comfortable position.

LETR BBQ LETR

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Gymnastics Kayaking Golf

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Don’t forget to purchase your SOMT gear!

Merchandise sales: Wednesday Night – 6:30pm - 9:00pm at Opening Ceremony Thursday night – 6:30pm - 9:00pm at Dance/Carnival

Merchandise courtesy of Montana Up (a division of Quality Life Concepts)

Raffle Ticket Drop Off:

Raffle tickets can be dropped off at the following locations:

 Special Olympics Montana Office, 710 1st Ave. N. 9:00am to 4:00pm on Wed. & Thurs.

 Nerve Center (University of Providence McLaughlin Center) 7:00am to 3:30am on Wed. & Thurs.

 Dance/Carnival (Lobby of Four Seasons Arena) 7:00pm to 7:30pm on Thurs.

Closing Ceremony

Friday, May 18th, 2018, 8:00am to 9:00am Join us for the MTN/Chevy Raffle Drawing and Norbie Challenge “Athletes will be putting Bob’s fire out by dunking him in a dunk tank.”