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2009 August Tournament |
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| As everyone knows, 2009 is shaping up to be a very challenging and difficult year for the U.S. economy. Companies and organizations everywhere are doing everything possible to preserve resources in the hope of weathering the financial storm and emerging from this period stronger and intact for the future. Special Olympics Massachusetts is no exception. Over the past year, SOMA has had to make many difficult decisions as we face a decline of nearly 20 percent of our operating budget. In order to maintain as much of the core programs as possible, SOMA has had to decrease our staff and to modify Winter Games by eliminating the Friday night Opening Ceremony and overnight accommodations. This economic climate will impact August Tournament as well. It will be conducted on a modified schedule due to its budget being reduced by more than $100,000. Competitions will be held on Saturday and Sunday, August 8th and 9th. Participants will report directly to their competition venues on either Saturday or Sunday morning. In addition, please keep the following in mind as you plan for the weekend: * No overnight accommodations will be offered or authorized using local program funds. * A BBQ meal will be provided to all registered athletes, coaches and Unified Partners. * The day will conclude with the completion of competition. There will be no dinner/dance. * We anticipate a 10 a.m. start to accommodate commuting time. There will also be changes to how the five (5) August sports will be conducted: * SOFTBALL – Will be two (2), one (1) day tournaments at Nonotuck Park. Half the teams will compete on Saturday and half will compete on Sunday * BOCCE – Will be two (2), one (1) day tournaments at Nonotuck Park. Half the teams will compete on Saturday and half will compete on Sunday * FISHING – Will be a one (1) day tournament at Quabbin Reservoir on Saturday * GOLF – Will be a one (1) day tournament at Stow Acres on Sunday. * CYCLING – Will be a one (1) day tournament at Swift River Elementary School Complex Saturday. These measures are being taken in an effort to preserve all the competition aspects of the event which we know are the most important to our athletes. We hope this is a temporary measure. As we continue to strive to provide the very best opportunities to as many Special Olympics athletes as possible, your support and consideration are greatly appreciated. |
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When |
August 8 & 9, 2009 | ||
Venues |
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Bocce: Nonotuck Park |
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| Cycling: Swift River Elementary School Complex 57 State Street, Belchertown, MA |
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| Fishing:Quabbin Reservoir Gate 8, Rte 202, Belchertown, MA |
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| Golf: Stow Acres Country Club 58 Randall Road, Stow, MA |
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| Softball: Nonotuck Park Daley Field Road, Easthampton, MA |
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| For Specific Sports Information Scroll down to Sports Specific Information. | |||
2009 General Schedule of Events |
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| *Timeline Subject to Change | |||
| Saturday, August 8 | |||
| 9:30 a.m. | Registration and Coaches Meeting | ||
| 10:00 a.m. | Opening Remarks | ||
| 10:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. |
Competition | ||
| 10:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. |
Olympic Town | ||
| 3:30 p.m. | BBQ Dinner | ||
| Awards to be handed out at conclusion of division play | |||
| Sunday, August 9 | |||
| 9:30 a.m. | Registration and Coaches Meeting | ||
| 10:00 a.m. | Opening Remarks | ||
| 10:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. |
Competition | ||
| 10:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. |
Olympic Town | ||
| 3:30 p.m. | BBQ Dinner | ||
| Awards to be handed out at conclusion of division play | |||
Directions |
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| Click here for directions to all August Tournament venues or visit http://maps.google.com and enter the venue address that is listed above. Please note that individuals and teams are responsible for double checking the directions prior to leaving for your venues. |
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Special Events |
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| Olympic Town Saturday, August 8 and Sunday, August 9 Cycling, Fishing and Nonotuck Park Check back here for a list of games, displays, and groups participating in Olympic Town Special thanks to the Ashland Lions for organizing and running all three Olympic Town venues |
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Meals |
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Saturday, August 8 |
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| Sunday, August 9 A BBQ Dinner will take place at the end of competition. Menu: hamburgers, hot dogs, chips, cookie, drink. |
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| If you or your athletes have specific dietary needs or do not like the choices provided, please make arrangements to bring your own meal | |||
2009 Assessment Rounds |
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| South Section | |||
| Bocce |
Saturday, July 18th Columbia Culture Center, Taunton |
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| Golf | Sunday, July 19th Easton CC, Easton |
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| Softball | Saturday, July 18th Framingham High School, 115 A Street, Framingham or Walsh Middle School, 301 Brook Street, Framingham |
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| Cycling | Saturday, July 18th Cushing Memorial Park, Winter Street, Framingham |
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For more information visit your section page or call Donna St. Onge at 508-821-3635 |
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| North Section | |||
| Bocce | July 11th Lagone Recreation Complex, Commercial Street, Boston |
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| Golf | Sunday, July 12th Mt Hood Golf Course, 100 Slayton Road, Melrose Unicorn Golf Course, 460 William Street, Stoneham |
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| Softball | Saturday, July 18th Framingham High School, 115 A Street, Framingham or Walsh Middle School, 301 Brook Street, Framingham |
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| Cycling | Saturday, July 18th Cushing Memorial Park, Winter Street, Framingham |
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| For more information visit your section page or call Joye Preece at 978-750-1042 | |||
| West Section | |||
| Bocce | Saturday, July 11th Szot Park, 17 Springfield Street, Chicopee |
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| Golf | Sunday, July 12th Pine Ridge Country Club, 28 Pleasant Street, North Oxford |
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| Softball | Saturday, July 11th Szot Park, 17 Springfield Street, Chicopee |
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| For more information visit your section page or call Julie Smith at 413-420-0020 x14. | |||
Sports Specific Information |
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Bocce |
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| * Will be two, one day tournaments. With half the teams competing on Saturday and the second half competing on Sunday. * Awards will be given out at the end of each day’s competition. * Check back here to see which day you will be competing on. |
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Cycling |
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| * Will be a one day tournament on Saturday. * Check back for an updated schedule of events. |
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Fishing |
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| * Will be a one day tournament on Saturday. * Check back for an updated schedule of events. |
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Golf |
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| * Will be a one day tournament on Sunday with level III and V golfers checking in at 12:00 noon and level I, II and IV golfers checking in at 2:00 p.m. * Check back here for an updated schedule and tee times. * All golf teams and individuals must have a current up to date handicap assigned to them through the Mass Golf Association. * To keep your handicap current or to obtain a handicap submit your all your golf score cards to Special Olympics MA, ATTN: Jen Maitland, 450 Old Maple St, Building 1, Danvers, MA 01923. * Returning teams/individuals only need to submit 4 cards to keep their handicap current. New teams must submit 6 cards to obtain a handicap. * All Score Cards must be submitted by July 19, 2009. * Level III Golfers will play 18 holes this year. |
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Softball |
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| * Will be two, one day tournaments. With half the teams competing on Saturday and the second half competing on Sunday. * Awards will be given out at the end of each day’s competition. * Check back here to see which day you will be competing on. * Check back here for updated Softball rules and modifications. * No composite bats will be allowed. Umpire will have final say in legality of all bats. * Special Thanks to USSSA for their support and umpires. |
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