The Space Center Rockets is a sports team in Area 22 of Special Olympics Texas. The team is from the greater Clear Lake area. The activities of the team are directed by volunteers and funded solely through private donations.
The Athletes
There are approximately 45 athletes on the Rockets’ roster for 2019. The team is primarily adults, ages 18 and up, and competes in men’s, women’s, and combined sports. There are also many Unified partners, who participate in some sports along side the qualified Special Olympics athletes.
The Sports
The team practices and competes in Basketball, Bocce, Bowling, Golf, Kayaking, Powerlifting, Sailing, Swimming, Tennis, Track & Field. Practices are held year-round. Special Olympics Texas offers additional sports. The team continues to expand the sports offered.
The Competitions
Competition is the basis for Special Olympics. Rockets’ athletes practice each sport for 12 to 16 weeks and compete against other teams in the Greater Houston-Galveston area. Many athletes go on to compete at the state level. There are Rockets’ athletes and coaches active at the national and international level. See the Sports Information Guide at http://www.sotx.org for information on sports and seasons.
Coaches
Rockets’ coaches are qualified by Special Olympics Texas and volunteers are in good standing. There is always a need for volunteers with sport specific knowledge to improve the quality of the training that the athletes receive.
Practice Venues
The Rockets get great support from the area. Practices are held at some CCISD facilities, South Shore Harbour Golf Club, Edgar Smith YMCA, Houston Yacht Club, San Jacinto Community College facilities.
Financial Support
The team operates under the 501(3)c status of Special Olympics Texas (SOTX). All contributions to the team should be payable to SOTX and mailed to the team address. Giving in this manner will directly benefit the local athletes. Direct inquiries to:
Lavonne Daughterty ljdaugherty@yahoo.com
Jack Yoes jack.yoes@sbcglobal.net
Volunteers
Come out as a Rockets volunteer. This opportunity will benefit the athletes and you as well. To qualify there is a volunteer form for SOTX and about one hour of on-line training. All volunteers are background checked by SOTX. Train to become a sport specific coach, if you care to increase your involvement.
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