NSSRA Program Guides Spring 2020 | Page 45

Gator Tennis Gator Tennis is for both athletes looking to develop their individual skills and those looking to play competitively. During the first week of program, athletes will go through a Skills Assessment Test to determine participation in the program for the remainder of the season, as well as to gain eligibility for Special Olympics Illinois competitions. Each week, athletes will practice and prepare for Special Olympics competition in June. All athletes must have a current Special Olympics Medical Application for Participation on file. No program May 25. Save the dates! The Special Olympics Illinois District Tournament will be held on Saturday, June 27 and for those who qualify, the Special Olympics Illinois State Tennis Tournament is Saturday, August 15 - Sunday, August 16. Goals: Develop hand-eye coordination. Improve serving, volleying, and competitive play techniques. Contact: Age: Location: Time: Katie James Date: 8 and up Min/Max: A.C. Nielsen Tennis Center, Winnetka Program Code/Fee: 7:00 - 8:15 pm Mondays, May 11 - June 22 6 / 12 306001-01 / $72 Gator Softball Take me out to the ball game! Join the Gators this spring for competitive softball. During the first week of program, athletes will go through a Skills Assessment Test to determine participation in the program for the remainder of the season, as well as to gain eligibility for Special Olympics Illinois competitions. Athletes will spend the remainder of the season practicing their skills and competing in weekly games that are hosted both at home and away. Game locations and transportation times will vary. A schedule and tournament information will be distributed at the beginning of the season. All athletes are expected to compete in Special Recreation Association (SRA) and Special Olympics tournaments and must register for competitions by completing registration forms which will be distributed at program. Practices and games take place outdoors and are subject to cancellation due to inclement weather. Athletes must bring their own mitt to every practice and game. Athletes must have a current Special Olympics Medical Application for Participation on file. Save the dates! The ITRS Softball Tournament is Sunday, July 19. The Special Olympics District Softball Tournament is Saturday, August 1, and for those who qualify, the Special Olympics State Outdoor Sports Fest is Saturday, September 12 - Sunday, September 13. Goals: Enhance hand-eye coordination and upper extremity gross motor skills through batting, catching and throwing. Foster social interaction with teammates through practices and games. Contact: Age: Location: Time: Date: Min/Max: Katie James Program Code/Fee: 16 and up Waveland Park, Lake Forest Times/Locations: 6:30 - 8:00 pm Tuesdays, May 12 - July 28 12 / 24 NSSRA | (847) 509-9400 • [email protected] • register.nssra.org • www.nssra.org 306002-61 / $126 Pick Up 5:00 pm NBSC 5:30 pm WCRC 6:00 pm Moraine Drop Off 9:10 pm 8:50 pm 8:30 pm GATOR ATHLETICS 45