Fall Frenzy

Fall Frenzy 2024 Volunteer Information

Fall Frenzy is our annual elementary school soccer tournament and community festival! Over 1,500 of our poet-athletes and their families are invited to an all-day event.

Logistics

  • October 2024

  • Location: The Fields at RFK (401 Oklahoma Ave NE, Washington, DC 20002)

  • All volunteers will receive a light lunch (vegetarian options available) and water stations will be placed throughout the venue.

This event is held outdoors, so please come prepared with the following items:

  • Athletic wear or comfortable clothing (sneakers recommended).

  • A light jacket or rain jacket.

  • Refillable water bottle

  • If you are working a morning shift, we recommend bringing a change of socks/shoes for your comfort throughout the shift (the grass can be very wet/dewy in the morning).

  • When you arrive, you will be given a DC SCORES volunteer t-shirt to change into for the day. Please plan to change in an open area, wearing a tank top or other shirt if you would like.

Weather Policy

  • Fall Frenzy is a “drizzle-or-shine” event. In the case of an absolute downpour that necessitates us to cancel the event, we will notify you via email will plenty of notice.

What do I need to check in on the day of the event?

  • Upon arrival, please check in at the volunteer tent with a DC SCORES Staff Member.

Register to Volunteer

Roles

Below are the volunteer opportunities for Fall Frenzy.

General

Other duties will be assigned as needed, and volunteers may be asked to float between various volunteer roles, including activity booths, lunch distribution, and breakdown. AM, PM, and all-day shifts available.

Set-Up

Set-up includes setting up tables, goals, tents, art supplies, etc. Some heavy lifting may be required.

Referee

Referees will be asked to work with other referees at their field and will control 3-5 games throughout the day. Soccer experience is a plus, although all referees will complete a brief overview with DC SCORES staff before their shift, some light jogging required. AM, PM, and all-day shifts available.

Photography/Videography

Please bring your own camera. In this position, volunteers will be assigned to capture a specific area/set of games. AM, PM, and all-day shifts available.