The Special Olympics Tennessee Return to Activities (RTA) Committee is thrilled to announce that beginning immediately, the state will be moving into Phase 2.5 of its RTA plan. The following precautions must be taken at all local, regional and state trainings, competitions, events and activities under Phase 2.5.
OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES
- Up to 250 people allowed in one space or venue.
- Full team sport (basketball, soccer, flag football, volleyball) trainings allowed - scrimmages must be inter-squad only.
- Screening and temperature checks upon arrival to venue.
- Maintain social distancing whenever possible.
- No Opening Ceremony, parades, food service, dances, or other activities that promote large group congregation.
- Masks required when social distancing is not possible EXCEPT FOR when competing on-field.
- 2 spectators allowed per athlete in attendance. Spectators must remain separated from athletes, competition areas, and team camps and maintain social distancing from other spectators whenever possible.
INDOOR ACTIVITIES
- Up to 25 participants allowed (this includes athletes, partners, coaches, venue staff, volunteers, officials, etc).
- Masks worn at all times except when actively competing.
- Full team sport trainings allowed - scrimmages must be inter-squad only.
- Screening and temperature checks upon arrival to venue.
- Maintain social distancing whenever possible.
- No spectators allowed at this time.
- Sanitize shared equipment in between each use.
The Special Olympics Tennessee RTA Committee is continually monitoring the pandemic situation and will update phases as appropriate.
Phase 2.5 is a great chance for more of our athletes, partners and coaches to get to return to a closer version of their standard training and competition routines. We're grateful to all of the Area Directors, coaches and volunteers who are following these protocols to allow for a safe and successful Return to Activities.
The SOTN staff and RTA Committee is excited for this advanced phase, which will allow athletes, Unified partners, and coaches to continue their return to the playing fields and courts while keeping all attendees safe and well. We look forward to seeing athletes and all of our supporters at a local or regional event in the near future!