Special Olympics Florida State Equestrian & Cornhole Championships

Special Olympics Florida is excited to be hosting the State Equestrian and Cornhole Championships on March 28-29th at the World Equestrian Center in Ocala, Florida!

Volunteers are needed to assist with the following tasks:

• Set-up Assistant: Help get the event ready the day before the competition. Help unload vehicles, organize and distribute items throughout the complex, place out signage, etc. **Should have the ability to lift 40lbs**
• Equestrian Assistant: Work with the Competition Management team to assist with putting on the equestrian event. This could include athlete check-in, escorting athletes to/from the competition ring or resetting the trail course obstacles. Some volunteers in this role will also help prepare and present awards and assist with lunch distribution.
• Cornhole Assistant: Serve as scorekeeper and at athlete check-in for the Cornhole competition. Some volunteers in this role will also help prepare and present awards and assist with lunch distribution.
• Opening Night Celebration Assist: Monitor the entrance for the Opening Night Celebration and mark off the wristband of those attending.

A knowledge of the sport is NOT required for any position - we will teach you everything you need to know! Volunteers will receive a T-Shirt for their participation. Lunch will be provided for those working shifts longer than 4 hours.

Volunteers are crucial to our events and we appreciate you dedicating your time to ensure the athletes have a meaningful and memorable experience. Should you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact the Volunteers team at volunteer@sofl.org.