More than 1,000 firefighters and their families will visit Lewisville this summer for the 23rd annual Texas Firefighters Olympics. The event also was held in Lewisville in 2000.

Activities such as basketball, softball, weightlifting and archery will be held July 17-22, 2005 at sites around Lewisville and surrounding areas. Participants will compete in 15 events against a statewide field during the six-day event.  “We’re looking forward to the chance to welcome firefighters from around the state for some friendly but fierce competition,” said Fire Chief Rick Lasky.

In addition to helping stage the olympics, Lewisville firefighters will
compete in most events.  Last year in San Antonio, Lewisville entrants captured five individual or team medals, including two golds.

Volunteers are needed to help make the Texas Firefighter Olympics a success.  More than 150 volunteers were involved with the 2000 games, and a similar number will be needed this year.  Anyone interested in volunteering at the event, whether it be for the entire week or just part of one day, should download the Information Form (pdf) or call

• Volunteer Coordinator Ronni Cade at:

  • Phone (972) 221-5829

  • E-Mail at ronnicade@comcast.net

• Or the City’s Marketing and Events Coordinator, Jennifer Galante, at:

  • Phone (972) 219-3748

  • E-Mail at jgalante@cityoflewisville.com.

For more information on the 2005 Texas Firefighter Olympics, please visit www.cityoflewisville.com or call (972) 219.EVENT.