SPECIAL OLYMPICS WORLD GAMES
LOS ANGELES 2015
FANS IN
THE STANDS
CHEERKIT
for the Greatest
Volunteer Opportunity!
BIGGEST
The
event in
Los Angeles since the 1984
Olympic Games.
LA2015 and
announced
a global pvrogramming deal to bring
the Games to millions around the
world. Yes. Millions.
Watch 7,000 of the world's
most inspiring athletes.
The world is coming.
Are you?
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It's Time for the World Games!
Welcome to the Special Olympics World Games Los Angeles 2015 (LA2015) Fans in
the Stands program! You are officially a member of history! You and your team are
embarking on a memorable event that will touch lives, create positive change, and
impact not only Los Angeles, but also the World.
We have carefully crafted this Cheerkit to help you build your very own DREAM
TEAM! We encourage you to find enthusiastic and supportive members of your
community who want to take part in history!
177 Countries. 7,000 Athletes. 25 Sports.
Help Us Reach 500,000 Fans in the Stands
Did you know?
The Mission of these World
Games is to create the
awareness that leads to
acceptance and inclusion
of all people with
intellectual disabilities,
which is embodied in
our logo.
Now it’s time for you to
Reach Up LA!
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Celebrating begins,
not when the athletes cross
the finish line or score the
winning goal, but when the
fans erupt with excitement.
Supportive fans create
an atmosphere that adds
excitement to the competitions.
Help us fill the stands and
create that excitement!
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and Build your DREAM TEAM!
It’s simple! Here is the way to build and complete your DREAM TEAM!
Go online and select your venue/
sport, date and shift
http://LA2015.tfaforms.net/318420
Select a team captain
(Yeah, that’s you!)
Create or buy Team Cheer
Gear to wear to the Games!
Continue to check your email
for exclusive Team Captain
communicatons
Recruit 9 or more team
members to join you
(We don’t need their names!)
Social Media
Buddies
Teammates
Roomm
ates
s
Classmate
s
N
bor
eigh
Friends
Co-workers
Fam
ily
Congre
gation
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BE PROUD OF YOUR DREAM TEAM!
We want you to make your own custom gear!
For exclusive officially licensed merchandise please visit shop.LA.2015.org
The use of official Special Olympics World Games logo is prohibited on Cheer Gear
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and Choose Your Sport!
Sport
Hub
Venue
Competition Dates
Athletics
Aquatics (swimming)
Badminton
Basketball
Beach Volleyball
Bocce
Bowling
Cycling
Equestrian
Football - 5-a-side and
11-a-side
USC
USC
LACC
USC
Long Beach
LACC
LACC/ LA Live
Long Beach
Griffith Park
UCLA
July 25 – August 1
July 25 – August 1
July 26 – August 1*
July 25 – August 1
July 26 – July 29
July 25 – August 1
July 26 – July 31
July 27 – July 31
July 28 – August 1
July 25 – August 1**
Football-7-a-side
Golf
Gymnastics - Artistic
Gymnastics - Rhythmic
Half Marathon
Handball
Judo
Kayaking
Open Water Swimming
Powerlifting
Roller Skating
Sailing
Softball
Table Tennis
Tennis
Triathlon
Volleyball
UCLA
Griffith Park
UCLA
UCLA
Long Beach
LACC
UCLA
Long Beach
Long Beach
LACC
LACC
Long Beach
UCLA
LACC
UCLA
Long Beach
UCLA
Loker Stadium/Cromwell Field
Uytengsu Aquatics Center
South Hall
Galen Center
Alamitos Beach
South Hall
Lucky Strike at LA Live
Alamitos Beach
Los Angeles Equestrian Center
5 a-side: Intramural Field
11 a-side: Drake Stadium & North
Athletic Field
Balboa Sports Center
Wilson and Harding Golf Courses
John Wooden Center
John Wooden Center
Alamitos Beach
South Hall
Student Activities Center
Marine Stadium
Alamitos Beach
Halls E & F
South Hall
Belmont Pier
Easton Stadium
South Hall
LA Tennis Center
Alamitos Beach
Pauley Pavilion
July 25 – July 31
July 27 – July 31
July 31 – August 1
July 26 – July 28
August 1
July 26 – August 1
July 27 – July 31***
July 28 – July 31
July 26 & July 30
July 27 – August 1
July 26 – July 30
July 27 – August 1
July 26 – August 1
July 26 – August 1
July 25 – August 1
July 26
July 26 – August 1****
*Schedule subject to changes, check LA2015.org for updates
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and Get Oriented!
Need a quick “pick-me-up"?!
Please watch and share these incredible videos outlining the STRENGTH,
COURAGE, AND DETERMINATION of our athletes!
The World Games Are Coming
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ikc79v7hekg
Different
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PMnI3iBpPGs
What's the One Thing: Jim Abbott
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=46dbeBEVRRw
Take a Stand
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wIEwmbvzcMg
Highlights from the Past Games
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mK1LPNpN4bU
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and Spread the Word!
Please incorporate @LA2015, #ReachUpLA and #BeAFan whenever possible.
Examples:
INSTAGRAM
This is the pose of the year! #ReachUpLA
because #TheWorldisComing
Follow @LA2015 for more pics!
This is how you #ReachUpLA! All about
Acceptance and Inclusion.
Follow @LA2015 for more pics!
FACEBOOK
I woke up this morning and felt so inspired.
Time to make an impact and #ReachUpLA
Follow @LA2015 for more updates!
The countdown is on and
#TheWorldIsComing It's time to
#ReachUpLA & #BeAFan
Follow @LA2015 for more updates!
TWITTER
Let's start a trend! Use #ReachUpLA
and Follow @LA2015 for more tweets!
The countdown is on! #TheWorldIsComing
It's time to #ReachUpLA & #BeAFan
Follow @LA2015 for more tweets!
Don't forget to use our #hashtags: #REACHUPLA
#FANSINTHESTANDS
#BEAFAN
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and ASK!
Congrats! You have every resource to build your DREAM TEAM! We understand that questions
will arise. If you need us between now and the Games don’t hesistate to email! Add us to your
contact list! [email protected]
Here are questions we've already received:
Is there a cost to attending?
Nope! All sport competitions are free!
What is the maximum amount of people you can have on your team?
There is no limit on the number of people you can have on a team. Bring as many as you can! The more, the
merrier! We do ask that you keep us informed by updating your registration so we know how many to expect for
your group.
Can we pick more than one sport to attend?
Yes, we encourage you to go support as many athletes as possible. Sign up for as many events as you would like.
We also encourage you to check out others after your designated shifts are over.
What if my availability changes or I need to change items on my registration form? Can I change my team
details?
Yes, you can make any changes to your schedule or group size. You can access your account by using the unique
username and password issued in your registration email.
Will I still be a Fan in the Stands Team Captain if I am unable to bring 10 people with me?
To be a Team Captain, you’ve committed to bringing 10 or more people. If you fall short of your recruitment goal,
still bring your team. We believe in going above and beyond. Set big goals!
As a Fans in the Stands Team Captain, what time would we have to arrive to the events for check in purposes?
We encourage an early arrival so that your group can gather and you can get a headcount for the day. Team
Captains are required to check in their group at designated Fan Zones so we know you have arrived! We will also
give you any last minute updates.
Is it possible to arrive late or leave early?
Yes, but keep in mind that our athletes need you to bring excitement for the entire competition! Always consider
traffic and parking delays. You don’t want to miss the action!
Can we bring food and drinks into the venue?
Unfortunately, we cannot allow outside food and beverages into our venues, however every venue will have
concession stands. We have your cravings covered!
Will there be free parking available?
Parking fees will vary from venue to venue. We will send out these details in the weeks leading up to the Games.
We do ask that you consider carpooling and public transportation to lessen the burden of parking costs.
Will we have designated seating areas or pre-sectioned seats?
No, seating is on a first come, first serve basis. Plan ahead to ensure your group can sit together.
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and Get Organized!
To help you stay organized, please use this contact list!
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First Name
Last Name
Phone Number
Email
City
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and Thank you for Supporting Acceptance and Inclusion!
“I have been involved with Special Olympics for over 13 years. And when I
started competing in swimming, my family and friends would always show
up to support me at my competitions. When I am warming up for my meets
and games and I look up in the crowd and see not only my family and
friends but a lot of other people in the stands cheering us on, it encourages
me to do my best. I feel included within Special Olympics because I have
met many friends by playing sports and I get to compete with them. Without
Special Olympics I wouldn’t be meeting really interesting people by
competing and having fun with them. It has taught me to not be shy and to
compete in a crowd that loves sports just like me. My family and I are very
athletic in life. They help motivate me to do sports and that is how I started
swimming in the beginning. I encourage other
people to not only come, but be fully engaged
in these Games. Thank you for pledging to
come cheer on the athletes. You are making
a difference in their lives, just like mine.”
Thank you,
Caley Versfelt – Special Olympics
athlete and LA2015 Staff Member
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Stephanie Medina
Sr. VP, Community Relations & Fan Development
Special Olympics World Games Los Angeles 2015
*Certificate Only Valid with Official Special Olympics World Games Stamped Approval
McCall Hall
Dir., Community Relations & Fan Development
Special Olympics World Games Los Angeles 2015
July 25 – August 2, 2015
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This Certificate is awarded to:
Special Olympics World Games
Los Angeles 2015
Fans In The Stands Volunteer