FW: Cow Harbor Blog

The 31st Annual Great Cow Harbor 10K Run was held on Saturday, September 20th, 2008. The Great Cow Harbor 10K Run and 2K Fun Run / Walk, a nonprofit event, is held in cooperation with a number of community organizations. The proceeds are used to make a substantial contribution to Special Olympics New York Long Island Region. The event’s Title Sponsor, Capital One Bank, presented Special Olympics New York Long Island Region with an $18,000 check at the ceremonies after the race. Special Olympics Athletes raised money for sponsorship in the 2K Fun Walk. Athlete Amanda Mills raised $291 and athlete Jody Coutinho raised $500. Special Olympics New York LI Region would like to thank our athletes and sponsors for their dedication.

 

 

 

Kristina Aquilone

Special Olympics New York, Inc.
Long Island Region
819 Grand Boulevard, Suite 3, Deer Park, New York 11729
Phone: 631-254-1465, ext. 10
Fax: 631-254-1469

kaquilone@nyso.org

Visit our Long Island Region’s home page

 

 

 

 

 

WEEKLY PROGRAM REPORT September 5, 2008

Weekly Program Report:

 

For the Long Island Region

 

September 5, 2008

 

Day in the Sun is Canceled:

 

This Sundays Day in the Sun event has been CANCELED due to weather. As of right now there is no make up day. We are in the process of trying to arrange one. There will be further postings on the updates when information is available.

 

Coaching Requirements:

Coaches,

Fall season has begun and we have some paper work to do. I need all Registration Packets for the following events:

 

Date	Event	Location	Type of Event
September 13, 2008	Fall Classic	Cantiague Park - Hicksville	Program
September 28, 2008	Softball Tournament	East Meadow Baseball Complex	Program
October 3 - 5, 2008	Fall State Games	Rochester	Program

 

In order to register for an event I have to have an UPDATED roster. I need new rosters from ALL coaches for this season or your Registration Packet will NOT be submitted.

 

I also need a State Demand Case Survey from ALL coaches or your team will NOT be considered for State Games.

 

Please fill out these attached forms ASAP.

 

We need State Demand Cases and Rosters for State Games by Sept. 7^th.

 

 

 

 

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

 

2008 FALL CLASSIC

 

DATE: Saturday, September 13, 2008

PLACE: Cantiague Park, Hicksville

TIME: Events will be held 8:00am to 4:00pm

 

 

There are many different volunteering opportunities available. For more information, please call

Special Olympics New York, Long Island.

 (631) 254-1465 Ext 15

 

Attn:

 

Marian Fourman

Volunteer Coordinator

Altoclef1@gmail.com

 

2008 Adapted Games:

The Fall Adapted Games are for those athletes who require special adaptations in events either due to their physical or developmental functional level.  These games are based strictly on functional ability.  Events are designed to focus on athletes' capabilities. These athletes, based on their special individual needs at present, are not able to participate in other Special Olympic events. Adapted Games events include:

 

BOWLING:  Athletes will roll a plastic ball at plastic pins.  Ramps will be available when needed, however, you must mark "Ramp needed" on entry form.

 

FRISBEE THROW:  Athletes throw a variety of Frisbees into an elevated hoop.  They compete at different distances from the hoop, depending on their ability.  Athletes compete against other athletes with similar skill levels.

 

TENNIS BALL THROW:  Athletes throw tennis balls through an elevated hoop.  They will compete at different distances from the hoop depending on their ability.  Athletes will compete against other athletes with similar skill levels.

 

BEAN BAG DROP:  Athletes throw/drop a bean bag on a designated target from pre-set distances.  Larger target for less skilled athletes, smaller target for higher skilled athletes.

 

SUCCESSBALL:  Athletes throw a variety of balls into an oversized net on the floor.  They compete at different distances from the net, depending on their ability.  Athletes compete against other athletes with similar skill levels.

 

SOCCER:  Athletes will kick a ball at a target from designated distances.

 

10 METER WALK:  Athletes will compete in a timed, 10 Meter Walk.

 

25 METER WALK:  Athletes will compete in a timed, 25 Meter Walk.

 

10 METER STANDARD WHEELCHAIR RACE:   Athletes will compete in a timed, 10 Meter, self-propelled wheelchair race.

 

10 METER MOTORIZED WHEELCHAIR RACE:  Athletes will compete in a timed, 10 Meter, motorized wheelchair race.

 

If you are interested in competing or volunteering for this event

 

 Please contact the Office at 631 254 1465 Ext. 13

 

September 28^th Softball Tournament:

Registration

 

Special Olympics New York- Long Island Region will be hosting the Long Island Region Softball Tournament at East Meadow Little League Complex on Sunday, September 28, 2008.  All athletes and coaches must pre-register for this event.  The registration deadline is Friday September 14, 2008.

 

Events Offered

 

Softball Team

 

Softball Skills

 

Please see attached Registration Forms

 

 

New Bowling Program:

 

The Alley Busters will begin practice for Bowlers 8 and up at the Sayville Lanes on Saturday September 27, 2008. Practices will be held at 9:30am sharp. There will be a 5 minute practice followed by 3 games. For more information on helping train our Athletes or becoming an Alley Buster please contact Warren Fletcher at 631-682-8863.

 

 

BOCCE:

 

 

 

 

BOCCE:

 

 

SPECIAL OLYMPICS NEW YORK

LI REGION

BOCCE TRAINING PROGRAM

 

Lori-Jean Farrell, TR Coordinator\ FREE Lightning Head Coach and Seth Ruskin, ABS\ FREE Lightning Training Coach are beginning an:

East Patchogue FREE Lightning Bocce Training Program

 

This weekly program will be held

Saturday mornings, from: 10:00 to 12 Nn through Oct. 11^th

(While a Bocce Court is being built in E. Patchogue Group Home)

 

@ New Village Recreation Center, Centereach

(Take LIE to Nichols Rd., North, cross over Rt. 25, and turn right at

Right at Traffic Light on Hawkins Rd., go through traffic light

And turn right into park into parking lot)

 

We will be working with the athletes to develop physical fitness and participate in sharing of skills and friendship.  This training program is designed to teach the sport of Bocce and prepare the athletes for Regional, State and World Special Olympics Games.

 

Athletes will be required:

To have a current Medical\Parental Consent on file

Wear comfortable clothing (not jeans) and sneakers

Be accompanied by Residential staff

 

Please RSVP to Lori-Jean Farrell by e-mail or

Phone # (631) 273-3700 ext. 3420

 

** FYI – Med\Parental Consents are good for all SO sports year round for 3 years.  Current consents from Track & Field can be used for Bocce.

 

The Great Cow Harbor 10K Run and 2K Fun Run / Walk:

 

RACE DAY
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2008

The Great Cow Harbor 10K Run and 2K Fun Run / Walk, a nonprofit event, is held in cooperation with a number of community organizations. The proceeds are used to make a substantial contribution to Special Olympics New York Long Island Region. We need your support!

The 31st Great Cow Harbor 10K Run will be held on Saturday, September 20, 2008. This event is being organized as the biggest Cow Harbor Race yet. Join the over 5,000 participants, who will run through the village streets of Northport, New York.

The Great Cow Harbor 10-Kilometer Run is one of the most prestigious foot races in the country and nationally ranked. Runner's World has named the Cow Harbor Race as one of the top 100 races in the USA. New England Runner places The Great Cow Harbor 10K Run in its Top 100 Races of 2001, stating "Big race atmosphere in a small town on the Island; it's a winner! Who says those "rolling" courses can't be fun?"

The recently instituted 2K Fun Run / Walk has been a huge success. This event attracts families and participants of all ages. Over 1000 entrants are expected.

The Cow Harbor Race features chip timing. Finishing times are available faster than ever before. For those not familiar with this method of timing, all participants will wear an ankle bracelet with a timing chip attached. As you cross the finish line your time will be automatically recorded and placed into the finish database. Finish times will be displayed at a designated location in the Northport Village Park.

 

Special Olympics NY Long Island Region is forming a FUN WALK TEAM and we need you to join in TODAY! Please contact Rebecca Keller –rkeller@nyso.org, 631-254-1465 ext11.

Cancellation: The Race will be held rain or shine. The only reasons for cancellation are hurricane, thunderstorms or unsafe course conditions. Please watch News 12 Long Island for any cancellation notice.

Keep in touch with the Cow Harbor Race website for any future developments and announcements concerning the race.

www.cowharborrace.com

 

 

               Updated 2008 Calendar of Events:                                               

Date	Event	Location	Type of Event
January 12, 2008	Peter Aquilone Floor Hockey Tournament	Jacob Javits Center, NYC	Program
January 27, 2008	Sectional Ski Event	West Mountain - Glen Falls, NY	Program
February 8-10, 2008	Winter State Games	Rochester	Program
February 9, 2008	LI Figure Skating Tournament	Syosset Skating Rink	Program
March 8, 2008	Polar Plunge	Bar Beach, Port Washington	Development
March 9, 2008	Basketball Tournament	West Hampton High School	Program
March 26, 2008	Bachelor Auction	Crest Hollow Country Club	Development
March 29, 2008	Summer Pre - Season Coaches Conference	William Floyd High School	Program
March 30, 2008	Aquatics Tournament	Great Neck North Middle School	Program
April 6, 2008	Bowling Tournament	East Hampton Bowling Alley	Program
April 19, 2008	Sectional Basketball & Aquatics Tournament	Fordham University - Bronx	Program
May 4, 2008	Spring Games	William Floyd High School	Program
May 31, 2008	Metro Tournament	Riverbank State Park, NYC	Program
June 1, 2008	Equestrian Show	Thomas Farms (Horseability)	Program
June 7, 2008	SO Night with the NY Dragons Arena Football Team	Nassau Coliseum
June 8, 2008	Basketball Tournament	Great Neck North High School	Program
June 8, 2008	Athletic Combine with the NY Dragons and Peak Performance	Mitchell Field
June 12-15, 2008	Summer State Games	Binghamton	Program
July 14, 2008	Tour for Champions Golf Outing	The Hamlet Golf and Country Club	Development
August 9, 2008	Fall Pre - Season Coaches Conference	Suffolk County Community College - Brentwood Campus	Program
August 14, 2008	Gold Coast Invitational Golf Outing	Tam O'Shanter - Brookville	Development
August 25, 2008	LI Golf Tournament	Harbor Links Golf Course - Port Washington	Program
September, 2008	Day in the Sun    CANCELED	Eaton’s Neck          CANCELED	Development
September 13, 2008	Fall Classic	Cantiague Park - Hicksville	Program
September 20, 2008	Great Cow Harbor 10K Race	Northport	Development
September 28, 2008	Softball Tournament	East Meadow Baseball Complex	Program
October 3 - 5, 2008	Fall State Games	Rochester	Program
October 12, 2008	Fall Adapted Games	Saint Josephs College	Program
Oct. / Nov. 2008	Winter Pre - Season Coaches Conference	TBD	Program
December 7, 2008	Floor Hockey Tournament	Lawrence High School	Program