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September 2009
 Feature Story
Important News
Upcoming Events
Sports Department News
Law Enforcement Torch Run
Development Department News
Northwest Regional News
Southwest Regional News
Eastern Regional News
Advancement
Board of Directors
Feature Story
"We have lost a great visionary and tireless worker whose sole purpose was to have people with intellectual disabilities be accepted across the world. We are very privileged to have witnessed Eunice Kennedy Shriver's energy and leadership in Connecticut many times in our organization's 40 years. Special Olympics Connecticut would not be where we are today without the perseverance and foresight of this amazing woman. Our prayers are with Sargent Shriver, her children, grandchildren and the rest of her family in this sorrowful time."
- Statement issued from Beau Doherty, Special Olympics Connecticut President
August 11, 2009
Eunice Kennedy Shriver, the Founder and Honorary Chairman of Special Olympics, passed away last month at Cape Cod Hospital (Massachusetts), surrounded by her family. The reverence we all hold for Mrs. Shriver is difficult to articulate, yet "gratitude" may be the sentiment we're hearing and feeling the most, gratitude for creating and championing something so extraordinary as to profoundly affect countless lives, for more than four decades.
She forever altered the course of mankind by leading a human rights movement to bring dignity, respect, opportunity, and hope to people with intellectual disabilities, throughout the world. Her gift was that she invited all of us to come and stand with her, on the right side of history.
We encourage you to visit the tribute site that was established in her honor, www.eunicekennedyshriver.org. Please visit the site and post your own tribute to Mrs. Shriver and share your condolences and sentiments regarding the impact of her life and work.
Mrs. Shriver believed that there was always more to be done. Your continued support of Special Olympics will honor her life and continue her legacy. Thank you.
Special Olympics Connecticut Memorial Mass
On Saturday, August 22nd, Special Olympics Connecticut held a Memorial Mass for Mrs. Shriver at the Church of Saint Mary's in New Haven. The service was a lovely tribute to Mrs. Shriver and would not have been possible without our friends from the Knight's of Columbus, especially Bob Goossens.
Thank you also to:
Celebrant and Homilist:
Most Rev. Peter A. Rosazza
Concelebrant:
Rev. Joseph P. Allen, OP
Gift Bearers:
Bob Brown, Special Olympics Connecticut
Michael Ricci, Best Buddies
Altar Servers:
Tim Mohr and Angie D’Amico
Special Olympics Connecticut Athletes
Lectors:
Alison Smith and Theresa McSparran
Special Olympics Connecticut Athletes
Ushers:
Captain Joseph Carlone, Law Enforcement Torch Run Assistant Director
Todd Pelazza, Fairfield University’s Director of Public Safety
Officer Bill Barone
Representatives from the Waterbury Police Department
Finally, thank you to Kristy DeCosta, Special Olympics Connecticut Athlete, and to Beau Doherty, Special Olympics Connecticut’s President, for their moving eulogies.
Please click here to read either Kristy’s or Beau’s eulogy.
Special Olympics Connecticut Celebrates 40 Years
We continue to celebrate 40 years of changing attitudes and changing lives and we are proud to forge ahead in honor of our late founder, Eunice Kennedy Shriver. While it has been so much fun to look back over the decades and to remember how far we have come, it is also a time to move ahead and keep growing and improving our programs. We are all honored to continue Mrs. Shriver's vision and goals.
Also, in case you haven't seen it, please click here to view the Special Olympics Connecticut 40th Anniversary video.
40th Anniversary Trivia
Last month's trivia contest question was about a Special Olympics Connecticut Emmy nominee. We were looking for the name of the Special Olympics Connecticut Athlete who regularly appeared as a correspondent on WTNH and who was nominated for an Emmy for the work. Congratulations to Sue Clayton, a Seaside Saybrook Local Coordinator, for being the first to respond with the correct answer which was: Jamie Lazaroff!
September Trivia Question
At the first Special Olympics competition on July 20, 1968 who said to Eunice Kennedy Shriver "You know, Eunice, the world will never be the same after this."?
The first person to respond, via e-mail, with the correct answer will win a prize. If you think you have the winning answer, please e-mail Laura Gremelsbacker at LauraG@soct.org by September 25th. Good luck!
Important News
Dream Ride 2009 Drives in $165,000
Dream Ride 2009, held on, Sunday, August 23, 2009 with a final destination of the Farmington Club. The goal of the event was to raise money for Special Olympics Connecticut’s programs. By days end, Michael Bozzuto, President and CEO of Bozzuto’s & the Hometown Foundation, presented a $165,000 check to Special Olympics Connecticut’s President, Beau Doherty. This brings the 9-year total to approximately $965,000 for Special Olympics Connecticut’s programs. Motorcycle riders from across the state as well as New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Vermont, and Maine took part in the ride and enjoyed Connecticut’s scenery. Seventy Special Olympics Connecticut athletes lead the Dream Ride 2009, riding in limo vans, along the route through Farmington.
Dream Ride began 9 years ago because Adam Bozzuto, who founded Bozzuto's, Inc. in 1945, had a dream of building a training facility in Connecticut for Special Olympics Connecticut athletes. Michael Bozzuto, his son and current Chairman, President and CEO, organizes Dream Ride as a way to achieve this vision.  
Upcoming Events
September 12 & 13
Fall Sports Festival - Bocce, Golf, Sailing, & Softball
September 23
Holiday Sports Classic Coaches Meeting
at CAS/CIAC Office, Cheshire
Click here for driving directions to CAS/CIAC.
October 14
Basketball Coaches Training School
Click here for training school registration form
October 24
Basketball Divisioning Tournament
October 24
Northwest Region Bowling Qualifier, Spare Time, Bristol
October 25
Volleyball Divisioning Tournament
October 25
Eastern Region Bowling Qualifier, Groton
October 25
Northwest Region Bowling Qualifier, Lore's Lanes, New Milford
October 31
Eastern Region Bowling Qualifier, Brooklyn
November 1
Eastern Region Bowling Qualifier, East Hartford
November 1
Southwest Region Bowling Qualifier, Circle Lanes, East Haven
November 11-15
Law Enforcement Torch Run International Conference
November 21 & 22
Holiday Sports Classic
December 6
2010 Winter Games Coaches Meeting
at CAS/CIAC Office, Cheshire
For more Special Olympics Connecticut competition and special events click here.
Sports Department News
National Games 2010
Athletics, Tennis, and Aquatics athletes were selected at the Softball Divisioning Tournament on August 15th in Vernon.
Congratulations to the following athletes who will compete next year at the USA National Games as members of Team CT:
Athletics:
Stephen Cuthbert, Special Olympics Oxford
Alison Smith, Special Olympics Shelton
Tim Mohr, Greater Middletown
Nicholas McDermott, Special Olympics Colchester
Aquatics:
Betsy Katz, Chapel Haven
Page Vedrani, Shoreline Recreation
Alix Violano, Team North Haven
Alicia Rostkowski, Special Olympics Mid-State
Tennis:
Daniel Sheehan, Hamden/New Haven
Lonnie Braxton III, Special Olympics Mystic
Stuart English, SARAH
Justin McDowell, Darien Lions
Flag Football
A clinic will be held the morning of October 4th from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 Noon for any athletes and coaches who might like to be a part of this particular sport. The clinic will take place in North Haven. Please contact Laurie-Jean by e-mail at laurie-jean@soct.org or by phone at 203.230.1201 ext. 235 if you are interested in learning more about this event.
2009 Fall Sports Festival
Plans are underway for the Fall Sports Festival which will take place September 12th & 13th. More than 1,700 athletes are expected to participate in Softball, Bocce, Golf, and Sailing. Softball will take place at the Connecticut Sportsplex in North Branford, Bocce will be at Savin Rock in West Haven, Golf at Sleeping Giant Golf Course in Hamden, and Sailing will take place at the Stonington Harbor Yacht Club in Stonington. For more information on the 2009 Fall Sports Festival please contact Sara Pierson by phone at 203.230.1201 ext. 229 or by e-mail at sarap@soct.org.
The 2009 Fall Sports Festival Coaches Handbook is now available on our website, www.soct.org , by clicking on the Fall Sports Festival logo on the left side of the main page or by clicking the forms tab on the upper right corner of the main page.
Ballroom Dancing
As Dancing with the Stars has become so popular we have been asked to see if there is any interest, with any of our athletes, in learning Ballroom Dancing. Please e-mail Laurie-Jean at laurie-jean@soct.org if any athletes or partners are interested in participating in a Unified® Ballroom Dancing program. Once we know there is an interest we will be able to search out facilities and instructors. This has the potential of becoming a demonstration sport. Special Olympics Indiana is currently participating in a very successful endeavor with dance studios in Fort Wayne.
Holiday Sports Classic Coaches Meeting & Holiday Sports Classic
The 2009 Holiday Sports Classic will take place the weekend just before Thanksgiving on November 21st & 22nd. Unified® Basketball, Unified® Volleyball, Unified® and Traditional Bowling, and Powerlifting will all be offered throughout the weekend.
2009 Holiday Sports Classic Coaches Meeting
The 2009 Holdiay Sports Classic Coaches Meeting will be held on Wednesday, September 23, 2009 from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. at the CAS/CIAC Office in Cheshire.
Please remind your Basketball, Bowling, Powerlifting, and Volleyball coaches of this meeting. It is strongly suggested that at least one coach from each team attend this meeting. At this meeting, we will be reviewing sports rules for Basketball, Bowling, Powerlifting, and Volleyball as wll as discussing details of the 2009 Holiday Sports Classic scheduled for November 21 & 22, 2009.
Click here for driving directions to the CAS/CIAC Office.
Basketball Coaches Training School
A Basketball Coaches Training School will be offered on Wednesday, October 14th from 6-8 p.m. at Holy Cross High School in Waterbury. This training school is geared for both Unified® and Traditional Basketball. Please click here for the Basketball Coaches Training School registration form. Please send completed Basketball training school registration forms to Morgan Reinig by e-mail at morganr@soct.org , by fax to 203.267.6570, or by mail to 1459 South Britain Rd, Southbury, CT 06488 no later than Friday, October 2nd.
2009 Summer Games
An IPOD Nano was found at the 2009 Summer Games in the vicinity of Olympic Town. Please let Laurie-Jean know if you lost it.
Law Enforcement Torch Run
Law Enforcement Torch Run Upcoming Events
September 10th
Tip-A-Cop
River Walk Restaurant – Mystic
5:00 p.m.
Stonington Police Department
September 20th
Special Olympics – Law Enforcement Fall Classic
SO-LE
Powerbarn in Cheshire
1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
October 16th
Tip-A-Cop
Ash Creek Saloon
Bridgeport CC
5:00 -9:00 p.m.
October 23rd
Tip-A-Cop
Duffy’s Tavern
Lunch and Dinner
West Haven Police Department
December 5th
Penguin Plunge
Coventry Lake
Coventry Police Department and ECSU Police Department
Ellen Jamaitus & Off. Dave Denunzio
SO-LE Special Olympics Law Enforcement Fall Classic, Hosted by CrossFit Cheshire
What is CrossFit? CrossFit is extreme, intense cross-training that can be done with basic gym equipment in a group or alone. It is the latest progression in fitness training and the program has exploded into the mainstream. It has been used for several years in law enforcement, firefighting, and military circles. The regimens are short and brutal, replacing ordinary weight lifting and steady-state aerobic training with mixed-up, amped-up, double-espresso workouts!
Special Olympics Law Enforcement is teaming up with CrossFit USA of Cheshire to host a fundraising event on September 20th from 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 pm. The event is open to anyone who pays the registration fee of $30.00. Different events will be set up in different categories and awards will be given to the winners.
The three scheduled events are:
1) Tag Team "300" event: 100 Thrusters (95 lbs. for men / 65 lbs. for women), followed by 100 pull-ups, concluding with 100 box jumps. This is a "tag team" event in which each competitor alternates through the exercises, "tagging" his or her partner when they opt to rest.
2) 2,000 meter row on a C-2 Rower (individual event)
3) Individual "300" event: 3 rounds of 5 exercises, with a one minute rest in between each round. The 5 exercises consist of 20 Wall Balls (20 lb. ball for men, 10 lb. ball for women), 20 Sumo Dead Lift High Pulls (75 lbs. for men, 45 lbs. for women), 20 Box Jumps, 20 Push Presses (75 lbs. for men, 45 lbs. for women), and 20 Air Squats.
There will be two divisions: one for "Law Enforcement", and the other "Open". Within each division, there will be a separate trophy for the top Male and the top Female finishers.
Rules and exercise demonstration /protocol will be explained before each event. Demos of all the exercises may be found at the CrossFit website, www.crossfit.com, under the Demo section.
If you register on-line, you will receive a free t-shirt; look for that website to come in the next newsletter. You can also register in person the day of the event between Noon and 12:30 p.m.; however, you will not receive a competition t-shirt. Competition t-shirts will be sold for $20, and snacks and beverages will be available for purchase.
Are you ready to take the plunge?
The 1st Annual Coventry Lake Penguin Plunge at Patriots Park will be held on December 5, 2009. This event is being hosted by the Coventry Police Department and the ECSU Police Department. Patriots Park is a wonderful venue with great facilities, including a sandy beach, a beautiful lake, and a large playground for kids! There will food, music, and maybe a visit from Old St. Nick!
Any money you raise will be credited to your department in 2009, a great way to add some extra dollars to your fundraising totals.
To register and start raising money, please click on the following link, http://soct.convio.net/Coventry .
Development Department News
Special Olympics Connecticut Collecting Cell Phones and Accessories
Please look for our self addressed postage paid envelopes at your local Special Olympics Connecticut office as well as at upcoming games and special events. Special Olympics Connecticut has partnered with TWIGTEK, where donated phones are recycled in the most environmentally friendly manner possible. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Special Olympics Connecticut. Please consider sending your old phones in after upgrading. Thank you.
2009 Law Enforcement Torch Run International Conference
Special Olympics Connecticut (SOCT) and our Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR) program will be hosting the world in 2009 as the Law Enforcement Torch Run International Conference comes to Connecticut. More than 1,000 law enforcement officers from around the world will descend upon the MGM Grand at Foxwoods November 11-15.
In an effort to offset our costs in hosting this once in a lifetime event, SOCT/LETR will present a Live/Silent Auction for conference attendees. This is a huge opportunity to raise significant money. In 2007, Special Olympics Oklahoma raised $50,000 from this one event.
Auction Items are needed. If you have a timeshare, vacation home, artwork, sports memorabilia, or similar items that you think would generate interest and you would like to donate them to this event, please contact Bob Garguilo by phone 203.230.1201 ext. 223 or by e-mail at robertg@soct.org .
Thank you to the Law Enforcement Torch Run International Conference Sponsors that have provided support to date:
Bozzuto’s/IGA Super Food Stores
GE, Knights of Columbus
UTC Power
Whelen Engineering
Macy*s
Foxwoods/MPTN
Anthem
…just to name a few. More are coming on board each week!
Dream Ride 2009 – Bigger and Better
Thank you to the sponsors of the 2009 Dream Ride:
Farmington Club
Farmington Polo Club Crystal Farms
Aetna
Carrier Transicold of Southern New England
Ciao Bella
Coast to Coast
CT Cruise News
Extra Space Storage
Logistic Dynamic LLC
McCall Agency Inc.
Hunters Ambulance
Southern CT Freightliner
Farmington Marriott
Gifford’s Ice Cream
Marriott
McCormick
Dari Farms
AT & T Mobility/Premier Client Group
Kayem Foods Inc.
New Wave Industries
On-Site Video
Trantolo & Trantolo
TSI Harley Davidson Ellington
Gengras Motorcycle
TSI Harley Davidson Columbia
Mike's Famous - Groton
Danbury Harley
Bridgeport Harley Davidson
Yankee Harley
And more...
BOZZUTO’S INC. – ADAMS HOMETOWN SUPER MARKETS – IGA RETAILERS – THE HOMETOWN FOUNDATION – THANK YOU!!!
Northwest Regional News
2009 Holiday Sports Classic Coaches Meeting
The 2009 Holdiay Sports Classic Coaches Meeting will be held on Wednesday, September 23, 2009 from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. at the CAS/CIAC Office in Cheshire.
Please remind your Basketball, Bowling, Powerlifting, and Volleyball coaches of this meeting. It is strongly suggested that at least one coach from each team attend this meeting.
At this meeting, we will be reviewing sports rules for Basketball, Bowling, Powerlifting, and Volleyball as wll as discussing details of the 2009 Holiday Sports Classic scheduled for November 21 & 22, 2009.
Click here for driving directions to the CAS/CIAC Office.
Danbury Softball Invitational
Nineteen teams competed in the August 8th Danbury Softball Invitational at Rogers Park in Danbury. We couldn’t have asked for better weather. Thank you to all of the wonderful volunteers who helped out. We could not have done it without you!
2nd Annual Northwest Region Athlete Dance
Unfortunately, this western themed dance, scheduled for August 29th at Veterans’ Park in Watertown, was canceled due to weather from Hurricane Danny. We are looking into rescheduling and will let all local programs know if/when we do.
Northwest Region Local Coordinator Meeting
The next Northwest Region Local Coordinator meeting will be held at the Northwest Regional Office on September 30th at 6:30 p.m. Coaches are also encouraged to attend.Please come enjoy dinner, hear about Special Olympics Connecticut information, and get a chance to meet our new Northwest Regional Director, Rob Gerowe.
Basketball Coaches Training School
A Basketball Coaches Training School will be offered on Wednesday, October 14th from 6-8 p.m. at Holy Cross High School in Waterbury. This training school is geared for both Unified® and Traditional Basketball. Please click here for the Basketball Coaches Training School registration form. Please send completed Basketball training school registration forms to Morgan Reinig by e-mail at morganr@soct.org , by fax to 203.267.6570, or by mail to 1459 South Britain Rd, Southbury, CT 06488 no later than Friday, October 2nd.
Northwest Region Bowling Qualifiers
The 2009 Northwest Regional Bowling Qualifiers will be held on October 24th at Spare Time in Bristol and on October 25th at Lore’s Lanes in New Milford. Registrations for this event are due on October 14th.
Volunteers Needed – We are looking for volunteers to help out with the Northwest Region Bowling Qualifiers on October 24th at Spare Time in Bristol and October 25th at Lore’s Lanes in New Milford. If you are interested in volunteering for the event, please click here for a Northwest Region Bowling Qualifier volunteer application. Please return completed applications to Morgan Reinig by fax at 203.267.6570 or by e-mail at morganr@soct.org.
Endurothon 2009
The Endurothon 2009 will be held on October 1st & 2nd at On Track Karting in Wallingford. This is your chance to engage in a true racing experience on one of the longest and fastest tracks in the northeast AND raise money for Special Olympics Connecticut. Races will include 350 Lap Enduros and 50-lap Sprint races. Cost per team is $1,200. A $400 deposit per team is due by September 15th. Team members can be added/changed up to 48 hours prior to the race. For more information and to register, please call OnTrack Karting at 203.626.0464 or visit their website at www.ontrackkarting.com .
Northwest Region Receives Grant
The Northwest Region is happy to announce they are the recipient of a $2,500 grant from Thomaston Savings Bank. This grant will be used for our annual Aquatics Invitational.
Northwest Region Law Enforcement Torch Run News
Tip-A-Cop Events
On July 30th Waterbury Police Department held their 1st Annual Tip-A-(Karaoke)-Cop at Crossroads Cantina. Raising more than $1,400, the event was a huge success and featured singing officers.
Officer Tony Cipriano and the Beacon Falls Resident Trooper’s office held a Tip-A-Cop at Antonios Restaurant. The officers took patron’s orders, served them, and asked them for donations to Special Olympics Connecticut. The event raised more than $1,000. Great job!
Cop-On-Top Event
The weekend of August 7th – 9th featured Lt. Anders, Officer Tony Pietrefesa, and Patric Bardinelli on the roof of the Warner Theatre for Torrington Police Department’s first Cop-on-Top. They, with help from the Torrington Explorers and volunteers, raised more than $7,400 for Special Olympics Connecticut. Many thanks to the officers and the Warner Theatre as well as all the area restaurants that donated food during their stay on the roof. Thank you also to all who came out and made a donation!
Hot Dog Eating Contest
Officer John Moreno of Troop A in Southbury had an idea and he took it to Bob Moniz at Leo’s Restaurant in Southbury. Shortly thereafter, the 1st Annual Hot Dog Eating Contest was born. Officer Moreno stood outside Dunkin’ Donuts in Southbury for a Tip-A-Cop and promoted the event. Officer Moreno raised over $600 at his Tip-A-Cop and sparked lots of interest in the Hot Dog Eating Contest. On Sunday, August 16th the 1st Annual Hot Dog Easting Contest was held at Leo’s Restaurant in Southbury. The event featured 14 contestants and over 350 hot dogs. Damon Scott, WTIC’s Radio Jockey, was the emcee. The event was well attended and included a Dog Eat Dog contest where canines competed to see who could eat the most hot dogs in 3 minutes. This event raised more than $1,000. Congratulations to John and Bob for a successful first year event. Both gentlemen promised that there is more to come next year.
Upcoming Events
September 23rd
Torrington Police Pasta Supper
Elks Club, Torrington November 11th – 15th
International Law Enforcement Conference
Foxwoods
Southwest Regional News
2009 Holiday Sports Classic Coaches Meeting
The 2009 Holdiay Sports Classic Coaches Meeting will be held on Wednesday, September 23, 2009 from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. at the CAS/CIAC Office in Cheshire.
Please remind your Basketball, Bowling, Powerlifting, and Volleyball coaches of this meeting. It is strongly suggested that at least one coach from each team attend this meeting.
At this meeting, we will be reviewing sports rules for Basketball, Bowling, Powerlifting, and Volleyball as wll as discussing details of the 2009 Holiday Sports Classic scheduled for November 21 & 22, 2009.
Click here for driving directions to the CAS/CIAC Office.
Southwest Law Enforcement Torch Run Events
Fairfield Police, with an outpouring of support from friends representing the fire department, animal control, Fairfield University’s Public Safety Department, and local businesses, surpassed their goal of raising $5,000 for Special Olympics Connecticut by holding a Cop-On-Top fundraiser on Saturday, August 8th. Thanks to the extraordinary generosity of the Fairfield community who made donations to support the officers’ efforts, $6,538.00 in contributions was collected, according to event organizer,
Fairfield Sgt. James Perez.
Officer Anthony Krushinski was the volunteer Cop-On-Top for this first-time fundraiser that challenged a member of the police department to go up on a rooftop to raise awareness and funding for Special Olympics Connecticut.
Officer Krushinski was lifted up, via the firemen’s ladder truck, to the rooftop of the retail building at the corner of the Post Road and Reef Road. He remained there for over 6 hours, demonstrating endurance and a few dance moves, too. Krushinski, in full uniform, called out to the drivers and pedestrians below with a megaphone, asking them to make a donation to Special Olympics Connecticut, so the lofty goal would be met and he could return to ground level. Additional police officers, Fairfield University Safety Officers, and members of the Fairfield Police Explorers Club hit the streets, asking those stopped at the busy intersection to offer donations as well.
At the Sherman Green, Al G. & the Vinman DJ Entertainment delighted a crowd with music and games, and The Analog Kids, featuring Fairfield Officer Mark Letsch on drums, performed. Fairfield University’s Todd Pelazza cooked hot dogs and cheeseburgers, donated for the event. Proceeds of items including kettle corn, ice cream, and cold beverages, also went to supporting Special Olympics Connecticut.
One particularly memorable and touching moment was when Tony Broadhurst, a long-time Special Olympics Connecticut athlete and Fairfield resident, presented two of the gold medals he had won in Special Olympics Connecticut competitions to the Fairfield police to thank them for holding the fundraiser.
Thanks also to Greenwich Police officers for hosting a Tip-A-Cop event at Two Doors Restaurant.
Norwalk Police Department Torch Run Liaison Paul Vinnett, left, athlete Matt Stieglitz, middle, and Chief Harry Rilling, right with Department Officers at the Black Bear Saloon Tip-A-Cop in July.
2009 Bender Financial Golf Tournament
New Date: September 14, 2009
New Place: Darien Country Club, 300 Mansfield Avenue, Darien, CT
Cost: $400 per golfer
Lunch at Noon
Shotgun Start at 1 p.m.
Cocktail, Buffet Reception, and Auction at 6 p.m.
For more information to golf or to be a sponsor, please contact Lisa Vane, by phone at 203.380.9990 ext. 601, or by e-mail at lisav@soct.org.
Sponsors to date include:
Presenting Sponsor:
Northwestern Mutual Financial Network The Bender Financial Group
Silver Sponsor:
The Fairfield Financial Group
Bronze Sponsor:
Fairfield County Bank
2009 Southwest Region Bowling Qualifier
Event Date: Sunday, November 1, 2009
Location: Circle Lanes in East Haven, CT
Basketball Coaches Training School
A Basketball Coaches Training School will be offered on Wednesday, October 14th from 6-8 p.m. at Holy Cross High School in Waterbury. This training school is geared for both Unified® and Traditional Basketball. Please click here for the Basketball Coaches Training School registration form. Please send completed Basketball training school registration forms to Morgan Reinig by e-mail at morganr@soct.org , by fax to 203.267.6570, or by mail to 1459 South Britain Rd, Southbury, CT 06488 no later than Friday, October 2nd.
Eastern Regional News
2009 Holiday Sports Classic Coaches Meeting
The 2009 Holdiay Sports Classic Coaches Meeting will be held on Wednesday, September 23, 2009 from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. at the CAS/CIAC Office in Cheshire.
Please remind your Basketball, Bowling, Powerlifting, and Volleyball coaches of this meeting. It is strongly suggested that at least one coach from each team attend this meeting.
At this meeting, we will be reviewing sports rules for Basketball, Bowling, Powerlifting, and Volleyball as wll as discussing details of the 2009 Holiday Sports Classic scheduled for November 21 & 22, 2009.
Click here for driving directions to the CAS/CIAC Office.
Chowderfest at Mystic Seaport
Come join us to the Mystic Seaport Green and visit the Special Olympics Connecticut tables at Mystic Seaport’s Chowderfest on October 10th – 12th. Try New England clam chowder, hot dogs, and chicken sandwiches to help raise funds for SOCT-Eastern Region. Special thanks to the volunteers, from the Groton Special Recreation, Special Olympics Norwich, Special Olympics Griswold, and Seaside Saybrook Local Programs, who help run the food booth. Click here for the Chowderfest event flier.
Eastern Region Local Coordinator September Meetings
Reminder, the next Eastern Region Local Coordinator meetings will be held on September 15th in East Hartford and on September 16th in Norwich. Food will be available at 6:15p.m. and the meeting will be from 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Please RSVP to Sarah Ford by e-mail at sarahf@soct.org by September 11th.
Eastern Region is Looking for Interns
The Eastern Region is currently looking for program and special events interns. Anyone who is interested should please contact Sarah Ford by e-mail at sarahf@soct.org or by phone at 860.887.1555 ext. 501.
Save the date for these upcoming events
Dodging for Dollars - Dodgeball Tournament
October 24, 2009
University of Connecticut
Stay tuned for more information and registration materials!
Eastern Region Bowling Qualifier
October 25, 2009
8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Holiday Bowl, Groton
Eastern Region Bowling Qualifier
October 31, 2009
9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Friendly Bowl, Brooklyn
Eastern Region Bowling Qualifier
November 1, 2009
8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
AMF Silver Lanes, East Hartford
Be on the lookout for a Bowl-A-Thon update coming soon!
Basketball Coaches Training School
A Basketball Coaches Training School will be offered on Wednesday, October 14th from 6-8 p.m. at Holy Cross High School in Waterbury. This training school is geared for both Unified® and Traditional Basketball. Please click here for the Basketball Coaches Training School registration form. Please send completed Basketball training school registration forms to Morgan Reinig by e-mail at morganr@soct.org , by fax to 203.267.6570, or by mail to 1459 South Britain Rd, Southbury, CT 06488 no later than Friday, October 2nd.
Advancement
Planned Giving
An athlete's future can begin today… Create a legacy of acceptance & inclusion. Please consider Special Olympics in your will or estate plan. For more information about Special Olympics Planned Giving opportunities click here.
Board of Directors
Northwest Regional Director
I would like to thank Board Members Bonnie Smith and Lisa Kovlakas for helping with the interview process for the Northwest Regional Director position. Welcome aboard Rob Gerowe!
Northwest Regional Softball Invitational
As acting Northwest Regional Director, I attended the Softball Invitational in Danbury. It was a well organized event that ran smoothly. Thank you to the Northwest Regional Staff and to Board Member Bonnie Smith who attended and supported the event.
Susan Saint James Poker Tournament
Thank you to Board Members Lew Chimes, Rick Allen, Bernie Zahren, Dave Cassano, Bonnie Smith, and Gary Dornbush for attending this event. Congratulations to Lew Chimes for winning the tournament that raised approximately $14,000. Board Member Judy Bell did an outstanding job as host!
NU/Foxwoods Golf Tournament
Thank you to Board Member Al Pollock for organizing such a great event that was sold-out. Funds generated are being used to send the Connecticut Team going to the U.S. Games. Chairman Dave Cassano and Vice Chair Rick Allen participated.
Next Full Board Meeting
The next full Board Meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, October 27th at 7:00 p.m. at the Special Olympics Connecticut State Office. Information and an agenda will be sent out prior to the meeting. Please RSVP, if you will or will not be in attendance, to Kelli by e-mail at kellib@soct.org or by phone at 203.230.1201 ext. 276.
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