Sports Association Newsletter
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The Sports Association is dedicated to improving the lives of persons with physical disabilities through adaptive sports and recreation.
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Dear Friends of the Sports Association,
We have lots of fun events coming up this summer! Join us for some cycling, kayaking, waterskiing, golf or archery!
Congratulations to all of the participants in the Gaylord Gauntlet, Gaylord Classic Golf Tournament, and the Ken Murphy Memorial Open Golf Tournament! What a way to start off the summer!
Come on out and try a new activity or get back into your favorite sport! To get involved, contact the Sports Association at 203-284-2772 or visit our website at www.gaylord.org/sports for more information. We hope to see you soon!
-The Sports Association
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The 2019 Gaylord Gauntlet was a huge success! The event was held on June 22, 2019 and SOLD OUT with more than 1,000 runners registered. This included 22 athletes with varying ability levels including spinal cord injury, limb loss, visual impairment and stroke. This year, the Sports Association Team tackled the course with adaptive athlete, Jason Ross! Jason utilized a special all-terrain wheelchair to navigate the course, along with a climbing harness and belayer for the high obstacles and a sled for the ground obstacles. Jason trained for months to prepare for the race, and he conquered every single obstacle with support from the Sports Association Team! Congratulations to Jason and all of the adaptive athletes who completed the course! A special thank you to the 150 volunteers who helped to make this day possible! All of the race proceeds support the Gaylord Sports Association adaptive sports programs. Check out some of these media highlights: Fox 61, Men's Health, You Tube Video featuring Jay Ross, Hartford Courant, New Haven Register, Town Times, Republican American, Record Journal.
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The 2019 Gaylord Golf Classic was held on June 3rd at the Farms Country Club. This is the Sports Association's premiere fundraising event, which raised an estimated $70,000 this year to benefit the Sports Association. Thank you to the Golf Classic Committee for another successful year! Also, a special thank you to PMA who has been a sponsor for 17 Years! The Sports Association Programs are made possible thanks to fundraising events such as this, along with sponsors, donors and grants. |
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Ken Murphy Memorial Open Golf Tournament
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The Gaylord Sports Association hosted their annual golf tournament, the Ken Murphy Memorial Open, on Monday, June 10, 2019 at the Farms Country Club. This event brought together 20 golfers with a physical disability for a 9-hole competitive tournament.
The tournament was followed by an awards luncheon which included golfers, volunteers, Gaylord Hospital staff, and members of the Murphy Family. Awards were given to the top 3 pairs and the golfer with the longest drive and closest to the pin. The first place team was David Allen and Matt Holland with a score of 36. Their names will be placed on the KMMO plaque which hangs in the recreation hall at Gaylord Hospital. The annual "For the Love of the Game" award was given to Todd Blosser, a long time golf participant and volunteer. Todd received a trophy and his name is on the "For rhe Love of the Game" award plaque which hangs in the recreation hall at Gaylord Hospital.
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Veterans Fishing Tournament - Candlewood Lake
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Join the Sports Association, the Major Steven Roy Andrews Fishing Outreach Program, and Connecticut Bass Nation for the annual Lake Fishing Tournament for disabled veterans held at Candlewood Lake in Danbury. The tournament will consist of approximately 6 hours of fishing, a weigh-in, and an awards luncheon. Each veteran will be paired with an experienced boat captain. All fishing equipment, life jackets, a light breakfast, snacks, and the award luncheon are included in this day on the water. This event is open to service members and veterans who have a permanent physical disability, visual impairment or diagnosed PTSD.
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Date:
Tuesday, September 17, 2019
Time:
7:00 AM- 4:00 PM
Location:
Candlewood Town Park
47 Hayestown Rd
Danbury, CT
Registration Deadline:
Friday, August 30, 2019
Registration is required
For an appplication and more information, please contact the Sports Association at 203-284-2772 or sports@gaylord.org.
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Join us for a cycle ride this summer! Our cycle rides are on a closed trail, free from traffic. Cycle rides are designed to be enjoyable for riders of all abilities, so each ride may break into several groups based on ability, speed & distance desired.This year, we are continuing to offer First Timer Rides. These rides are designed for participants who have not participated in a cycle ride with the Sports Association. First time riders must complete a cycle club application and cycle fitting with the Sports Association prior to attending a ride. All cyclists and volunteers must register for each ride by calling the Sports Association at 203-284-2772. |
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Dates:
First Timer Ride:
Thursday, August 15, 2019 5:00 - 7:00 PM
Cycle Rides:
Thursday, August 29, 2019 5:00- 7:00PM-FULL. Waitlist available.
Thursday, Sept. 19, 2019 4:00 - 6:00 PM-FULL. Waitlist available.
Location:
450 Jarvis St
Farmington Canal Trail
Cheshire, CT
Cost is Free!
Advanced registration is required. Please call 203-284-2772 for more information and to register.
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Experience the freedom of the open water during a Sports Association’s Adaptive Kayak Outing. Kayak Outings are for individuals who have participated and passed the Sports Association’s Kayak Class Series and would like to take their skills to the next level or just enjoy an outdoor kayak experience. Outings include all the necessary equipment and guidance from both American Canoe Association certified instructors and Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialists. Outings are offered during the summer months and take place either on saltwater out of Lighthouse Point or on freshwater at Wintergreen Lake. Kayaking is not only a great fitness activity, it’s an opportunity to enjoy the outdoors, socialize, watch for wildlife, relax and just have fun!
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Dates & Times:
Outing 2:
Thursday, August 22, 2019-FULL. Waitlist available.
5:00-7:00 PM
Lighthouse Point, New Haven
Outing 3:
Thursday, September 5, 2019
5:00 - 7:00 PM
Wintergreen Lake, New Haven
Cost: $10.00 per outing- due upon registration.
Advanced registration is required. Please call 203-284-2772 for more information and to register. |
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Adaptive Waterski Clinics
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Adaptive water ski clinics offer participants with a physical disability the opportunity to try, learn, and progress in this fast and exciting water sport. Instruction is provided by USA Waterski Certified instructors, Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialists, and expert water skiers. We welcome both new and experienced skiers to enjoy a day of water skiing. Interested participants must provide an MD note, pass a water safety test, and meet all essential eligibility requirements. For more information on eligibility, please see the FAQ's on our webpage or give us a call!
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Dates:
Saturday, August 24, 2019-FULL. Waitlist available
Time:
9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Location:
Pachaug Pond
Griswold, CT
Cost is Free!
Advanced registration is required. Please call 203-284-2772 for more information and to register.
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Come and try this sport of skill and accuracy by registering for an Adaptive Archery Clinic! These clinics are designed for individuals with a physical disability or visual impairment to learn about and participate in the sport of archery. Participants will receive instruction from a level IV Certified USA Archery Coach as well as Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialists, and trained archery instructors to give the best possible instruction and support independence. Both beginners and advanced archers are welcome and all equipment is provided.
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Dates:
Tuesday, August 20, 2019
Time:
2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Location:
Gaylord Hospital
South Lawn
Cost is Free!
Advanced registration is required. Please call 203-284-2772 for more information and to register. |
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The Sports Association Adaptive Golf Clinics at Gaylord Hospital are designed to provide adult golfers with physical disabilities and visual impairments the opportunity to work with a trained professional to adapt the sport of golf and overcome barriers. Participants will receive instruction from golf professionals as well as Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialists to give the best possible instruction and support independence. Beginners and returning participants are welcome and all equipment is provided. |
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Dates:
Tuesday, August 20, 2019
Tuesday, September 10, 2019
Time:
2:00-4:00 PM
Location:
Gaylord Hospital
South Lawn
Cost is Free!
Advanced registration is required. Please call 203-284-2772 for more information and to register. |
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About Our Program and Events
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The Sports Association is a program of Gaylord Hospital and is based out of Wallingford, CT. We are a Paralympic Sport Club and chapter member of Disabled Sports USA. We serve adults with physical disabilities and visual impairments and welcome new members to join us. All programs require registration and some programs have registration deadlines. We recommend early registration since some programs fill quickly. Call us at 203-284-2772 with any questions or to register. Most events are free unless otherwise noted.
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