University of North Texas Athletics
Mean Green To Host Special Spectators
10/3/2005 12:00:00 AM | Football
The North Texas Athletic Department has teamed up with the Special Spectators organization to bring a smile to children with life-threatening illnesses.
The Special Spectators will be the guests of the Mean Green for the Oct. 4 home game against
"We are excited to have these young people here for the game," said
Special Spectators is a non-profit organization that creates a day of fun and freedom for children with cancer, leukemia, cystic fibrosis and other serious illnesses. By designing this day, Special Spectators provides children with a pause from the difficult struggle they face while battling their disease and exposes student-athletes to the inspiration and reward of making a powerful contribution.
Formed in 2002, Special Spectators has teamed with nearly 30 colleges throughout the nation. For more information on the group go to www.specialspectators.org.
