Sports Association Newsletter
June 2018
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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,
The warm weather of summer has finally arrived and the Sports Association continues to offer a wide variety of sports and recreational opportunities! Cycle Club Rides, Outdoor Kayak Outings, and Waterski Clinics are on the summer schedule along with Golf and Archery Clinics. The Gaylord Classic and the Ken Murphy Memorial Open Golf Tournaments were held in early June and allowed golfers of all abilities to enjoy a round of golf at the Farms Country Club.
Don't forget about the Veterans Golf Class beginning on July 25 at Sleeping Giant Golf Course in Hamden.
The Sports Association Golf Club and Archery Club continue to attract new members and have many outings during 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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Gaylord Gauntlet - TOMORROW!
Saturday, June 23 2018
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The Gaylord Gauntlet has reached capacity and we have 1000 runners registered to conquer the course tomorrow! Jill Harpin, the featured athlete for the Sports Association's Gaylord Gauntlet Team has been training hard for months! Have you? If you are not racing or volunteering, come on out and cheer on Jillian and all of the other athletes running the Gaylord Gauntlet tomorrow! Plus, anyone can visit the festival area with food trucks, music and more! Learn more about Jillian's journey in the Channel 8 news story
here.
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Gaylord Classic Golf Tournament
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The 2018 Gaylord Golf Classic was held on June 4th at the Farms Country Club. This is the Sports Association's premiere fundraising event, which raised an estimated $100,000 this year to benefit the Sports Association. WOW! Thank you to the Golf Classic Committee for another successful year! A special thank you to our title sponsor PMA, who has been supporting the program for 15 consecutive 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 11, 2018 at the Farms Country Club. This event, which was started by Ken Murphy, the founder of the Gaylord Sports Association, brought together 14 golfers with a physical disability for a 9-hole competitive tournament. Golfers included members of the Sports Association Adaptive Golf Club, returning golfers, and several first time tournament participants! One of the participants was able to golf using a Paragolfer which is designed to allow golfers to golf from a standing position.
The tournament was followed by an awards luncheon which included golfers, volunteers, Gaylord staff, and members of the Murphy Family. Awards were given to the top 3 pairs and the golfer with the longest drive. The first place team was Bob Fox and Ray Radovich with a score of 38. Their names will be placed on the KMMO plaque which hangs in the recreation hall. If you would like to hear more about the Ken Murphy Memorial Open Golf Tournament you can click
HERE for the feature by Fox 61 News.
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Wheelchair Tennis Demonstration
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Four members of the Gaylord Sports Association Hornets Tennis Team took part in a Wheelchair Tennis demonstration at the Wint Filapek Tennis Tournament on June 9th at Cheshire High School. This was a great opportunity to showcase the sport of wheelchair tennis among the tennis community! Thank you to Burt Fleischner who organized the event and Todd Blosser Photography for the awesome pictures! Additional photos are available on our
Facebook Page.
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The annual Gaylord Hospital Volunteer Recognition Luncheon was held on Friday, June 15, 2018. Volunteers from all areas of the Hospital were thanked for their commitment and dedication to the mission of Gaylord Hospital. Many volunteers from the Gaylord Sports Association were in attendance for this event. The Sports Association would like to thank our volunteer team of over 150 people each year, who help make the programs of the Sports Association possible throughout the year!
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Cycle Club rides have begun! Join us for a ride! This year, we are introducing 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. These group rides are on a closed trail, free from traffic. Cycle club 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. 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 Rides:
Thursday, July 5th 5:00 -7:00 PM
Thursday, August 9th 5:00 - 7:00 PM
Cycle Club Rides:
Thursday, July 12th 5:00 - 7:00 PM
Thursday, August 30th 5:00 - 7:00 PM
Thursday, September 20th 4:00 - 6:00 PM
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 1:
Thursday, July 19th
5:00-7:00 PM
Lighthouse Point, New Haven
Outing 2:
Thursday, August 2nd
5:00-7:00 PM
Lighthouse Point, New Haven
Outing 3:
Thursday, September 21st
4:00 - 6:00 PM
Wintergreen Lake, New Haven
Cost: $10.00 per outing- due prior to outing!
Advanced registration is required. Please call 203-284-2772 for more information and to register.
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Veteran's Adaptive Golf Class
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Join the Gaylord Sports Association for our Adaptive Golf Class for Veterans! This 6-week class is for veterans who want to learn the sport of golf or improve golf skills and technique. The class series will start off on the driving range with instruction on topics such as golf equipment, grip, posture, swing technique, chipping and putting. The class will progress to practice and training on the golf course. Instruction will be provided by PGA professionals and experienced volunteers who are trained in adaptive golf techniques and equipment. Beginners and experienced golfers are welcome and all equipment is provided. This program is for service members with a permanent
physical disability, visual impairment or PTSD. |
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Dates: 6-Week Class
*FULL - Contact us to be placed on waiting list*
Wednesday, July 25, 2018
Wednesday, August 1, 2018
Wednesday, August 15, 2018
Wednesday, August 22, 2018
Wednesday, August 29, 2018
Wednesday, September 5, 2018
(no class 8/8)
Time:
1:00-3:00 PM
Location:
Sleeping Giant Golf Course, Hamden
Cost is Free!
Advanced registration is required.
Please call 203-284-2772 for more information.
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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! There is no cost to participants. |
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Dates:
Saturday, July 28, 2018
Saturday, August 25, 2018
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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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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Date:
Tuesday, July 10, 2018
Tuesday, August 7, 2018
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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Come and try this sport of skill and accuracy by registering for an Adaptive Archery Clinic! These clinic 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 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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Date:
Tuesday, July 17, 2018
Tuesday, August 14, 2018
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 Gaylord Sports Association Adaptive Archery Club is in its third year. This dedicated group of archers meets throughout the year for both indoor and outdoor practice at Gaylord Hospital. The club is for Sports Association members who want more time to shoot with other experienced archers. This group works on advanced archery technique, participates in games, individual and team scoring, and most of all has a bunch of fun! For information on eligibility and how to apply for membership, please contact the Sports Association at sports@gaylord.org or 203-284-2772. See you on the range! |
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Sports Association Golf Club
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The Gaylord Sports Association Adaptive Golf Club is in full swing! The club meets on a weekly basis from June through August and is for golfers with a physical disability or visual impairment. To be eligible, participants must be able to golf independently. This season, the club will visit Sleeping Giant Golf Course, Orange Hills Golf Course, and The Farms Country Club. Each outing consists of a 9 hole round of golf. This group works with 3 dedicated coaches to improve their game and have a bunch of fun! For information on eligibility, dates of golf outings, and how to apply for membership, please contact the Sports Association at sports@gaylord.org or 203-284-2772. See you on the course! |
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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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