Area 11 / West Central
Area 11 was founded in 1978 and provides programming for people in the counties of Adams, Brown, Cass, Greene, Hancock, Pike, Schuyler and Scott.
There are many opportunities available for you to get involved with Special Olympics including serving as a volunteer or committee member, helping with fundraising or competing as an athlete. If you live in the area and want to find out more about the local program, please contact the Area Director.
Download the Area Profile Sheet for more information
Area 11 Contact Info
Heather Davis – Area Director
2306 North 12th St.
Quincy, IL 62305
Phone: 217-322-7451
Events
Attention all Magic The Gathering Fans? Do you have what it takes to battle some of the best while raising money for Special Olympics Illinois? Then this event is for you!
Come to enjoy 10 different themed rounds of fun!
Costumes are encouraged and prizes for the best individual
costume, best team costume and best table decorations will be awarded!
$20 player or $200 table/ 10
Doors Open at 6:00p.m.
Trivia Begins at 7:00 p.m.
What is State Flag Football?
State Flag Football is one of 9 state sports competitions. It is the culminating competition for those participating in Flag Football. State Flag Football is hosted at the Avanti’s Dome in Pekin.
Competition
State Flag Football is a stand-alone competition and serves as a showcase for our Flag Football athletes to demonstrate the skills they have learned throughout the year. Everyone is encouraged to attend this premiere state tournament so make sure you don’t miss this great event!
Volunteers
Volunteers are needed in a variety of roles at our State Flag Football competition. Please click on the link below to check out all the available shifts and register to volunteer!
Tentative Competition Times
All times listed below are tentative and subject to change once event specific schedules are determined. Times only reflect actual competition times and do not include time frames for coach meetings, team registration, etc. For a final schedule please check the Supporting Documents section close to competition day.
- Sunday: 9:00am – 4:00pm
Opening Ceremony
Opening Ceremony will take place at the Avanti’s Dome beginning at 8:30 am on Sunday. We ask that all athletes be on the fields before the ceremony begins. All other athletes, coaches and spectators should be seated in the chairs or bleachers in the dome.
Families
Stop by the family registration located in the main lobby to receive you event packet and a raffle ticket for the FREE Raffle. Don’t forget to wear your credentials. If you don’t have famiy credentials, you can order them at the event – these are FREE to families. Hours are as follows:
Hours: 8:30am – 2:00pm Sunday
Souvenirs
Souvenir items will be sold on-site from 8:00am – 2:00pm. Items range from $1 to $55 and will include clothing and other traditional souvenir items. Cash and most major credit cards will be accepted for souvenir sales. CHECKS ARE NOT ACCEPTED. Souvenir items are offered by Minerva Promotions and a percentage of sales are given to Special Olympics Illinois.
***Pre-Order Information: You can save time and pre-order items and pick them up on-site! If you want to personalize any items then you must pre-order them. On-site customization is not offered at the tournament. Minerva Promotions is offering a free 50th Anniversary Pop Socket with every preorder! Please go to www.soillstatestore.com or click here Interactive SO State Flag Football to view items and submit your preorder.
Weather
In case of inclement weather, schedule changes or cancellations check the website here for updates. You can also call 309-888-2000 Ext. 245 or receive updates via our text alert system by texting Flag2018 to 77453. The Text Alert System will be open for registration starting October 23.
Supporting Documents
2018 State Flag Football Schedule Memo
2018 State Flag Football Divisions
2018 State Flag Football Schedule
2018 State Flag Football Agency List Updated 10.22.18
2018 State Flag Football Event Handbook Memo
2018 State Flag Football Event Handbook
2018 State Flag Football Agency List
What is State Floor Hockey?
State Floor Hockey is one of 9 state sports competitions. It is the final competition for those participating in Floor Hockey. State Floor Hockey is hosted at Northeastern Illinois University in Chicago.
Competition
Floor Hockey is a stand alone competition and serves as a showcase for our floor hockey athletes to demonstrate the skills they have learned thro
ughout the year. Everyone is encouraged to attend this premiere state tournament so make sure you don’t miss this great event!
Athletes may compete in team competition or Individual Skills. Individual skills will take place on Saturday starting at 9am. For team competition all teams need to arrive 15 minutes prior to game time to warm up and teams not ready to play within 10 minutes of the designated starting time will forfeit the game.
Volunteer
To register to volunteer for this event, please click on the link below.
Tentative Competition Times
All times listed below are tentative and subject to change once event specific schedules are determined. Times only reflect actual competition times and do not include time frames for coach meetings, weigh-in times, etc. For a final schedule please check the Supporting Documents section close to competition day.
- Saturday, 9am – 4pm
Families
A family hospitality area will be available at the front lobby from 8:30am-12:30pm on Saturday. Please encourage family members to visit the Family Hospitality Area and register or check-in to let us know they are here. Family members can meet and visit with other families and receive information on what is new at Special Olympics Illinois and also have the opportunity to win a prize from the raffle. Most of all, they can have fun, relax and watch their athletes have a great experience.
Opening Ceremony
Teams will be assigned to a court for the Opening Ceremony parade. Please arrive at your court between 7:45-8:15am. Opening Ceremony begins at 8:15am in the main gym.
Souvenirs
Souvenir items will be sold between 10:00 am – 2:00 pm. Items range from $1 to $55 and will include clothing and other traditional souvenir items. The vendor will sell State Floor Hockey Tournament specific t-shirts and sweatshirts. Cash and most major credit cards are accepted. CHECKS ARE NOT ACCEPTED. Souvenir items are offered by Minerva Promotions and a percentage of sales are given to Special Olympics Illinois.
You can save time and pre-order items and pick them up on-site. If you want to personalize any items then you must pre-order them. On-site customization is not offered at the tournament. Minerva Promotions is offering a free 50th Anniversary Pop Socket with every preorder! Please click on this Interactive Souvenirs Flyer State Floor Hockey or go to www.soillstatestore.com.
Weather
In case of inclement weather, schedule changes or cancellations check the website here for updates. You can also call 309-888-2000 Ext. 245
Supporting Documents
2018 State Floor Hockey Event Handbook Memo
2018 Floor Hockey Event Handbook
2018 State Floor Hockey Agency List
Interactive Souvenirs Flyer State Floor Hockey
