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2014 Special Olympics USA Games Evaluation - Coaches 2

It would be most helpful as we evaluate these Games that you answer the following questions in all honesty and sincerity. Your feedback will enable us to identify what went well and what improvements can be made in preparation for the next USA Games.

This survey will close at the end of the day on Thursday, July 31, EST.
1.How would you rate your overall experience at the Games?(Required.)
2.How would you rate your overall experience in the following areas:(Required.)
Outstanding
Adequate
Area of concern
Re-organization needed
Did not observe
Opening Ceremonies
Transportation
Meals
Housing
Family Services
Sports Information
Hospitality - Honored Guests
Competition
Awards
Venues
Healthy Athletes
Olympic Town
Sport-specific Showcases
Unified Sports Experiences
Unified Sports Festival
Young Athletes Festival
Healthy Athletes Program
Family Night at the Trenton Thunder
Olympic Town
Closing Ceremonies
3.Provide any additional comments, observations and/or recommendations about your experience at the Games.
4.Rate the following regarding Athlete Leadership:(Required.)
Outstanding
Adequate
Area of concern
Re-organization needed
Did not observe
Involvement of athletes as coaches
Involvement of athletes as officials
Involvement of athletes on Games Management Team
Involvement of athletes as Global Messengers/Speakers
Involvement of athletes in media interviews
Involvement of athletes as volunteers
5.Provide any additional comments, observations and/or recommendations on Athlete Leadership during the Games.
6.Identify the sport for which you will rate the Competition and Venue:(Required.)
7.Rate the Competition and Venue.(Required.)
Outstanding
Adequate
Area of concern
Re-organization needed
Did not observe
Competition venue well organized
Staging areas were clearly marked
Able to hear the public address system
Volunteers were trained and knowledgeable
Athletes were treated with dignity and respect
Amount of on-site warm-up time provided and acceptable
Each area had the look of the Games
Divisions were competitive and fair
Sports events represented ALL ability levels
Officials were consistent in their calls
Enough water was available and provided
8.Provide any additional comments, observations and/or recommendations on the Competition and Venues during the Games.
9.Rate the following areas in the Opening and Closing Ceremonies:(Required.)
Outstanding
Adequate
Area of concern
Re-organization needed
Did not observe
Proper uniforming/attire for athletes at the Opening Ceremony
Athlete participation (on stage in important capacity) in the Closing Ceremony
Theme for Closing Ceremony
Acceptable venue in the Prudential Center for Opening Ceremony
Athlete participation (on stage in important capacity) during the Opening Ceremony
Adequate sound System for Opening Ceremony
"Champions" Theme for Opening Ceremony
Sound System for Closing Ceremony
Proper uniforming/attire for athletes at the Closing Ceremony
Starting and ending on time for Opening Ceremony
Starting and ending on time for Closing Ceremony
Acceptable venue of the Sun Center for Closing Ceremony
10.Provide any additional comments, observations and/or recommendations for Opening and Closing Ceremonies.
11.Rate Olympic Town and Healthy Athletes:(Required.)
Outstanding
Adequate
Area of concern
Re-organization needed
Did not observe
Schedule of Olympic Town
Availablilty/ easy access to location of Olympic Town
Appropriate activities for all ages and abilities at Olympic Town
Schedule for Healthy Athletes screening
Adequate number of Volunteers at Healthy Athletes screening
12.Provide any additional comments, observations and/or recommendations on Olympic Town and Healthy Athletes during the Games.
13.Rate the following at Awards:(Required.)
Outstanding
Adequate
Area of concern
Re-organization needed
Did not observe
Ease of athlete access to Awards
Efficient and effective flow of the Awards Ceremonies - no wasted time
Showed respect for athletes and celebrated their accomplishments
Designated areas for picture taking provided
Designated areas for individuals with physical challenges provided
Courteous volunteers
14.Provide any additional comments, observations and/or recommendations regarding Awards.
15.Check the sessions you attended:(Required.)
16.At what events/activities was there a focus on youth? (Check all that apply.)(Required.)
17.How would you describe the Unified Sports Festival? (Check all that apply.)(Required.)
Thank you!. Your feedback is greatly appreciated. Have a great summer!

Special Olympics North America Staff
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