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In This Edition:
- Thoughts from Randy
- Upcoming 2009 Events
- Feature: 2009 North
Regional Recap
- Feature: NM LETR
reaches another milestone
- Athlete Spotlight -
Sarah Russell
- Editor's Notes -
wish list, A Very Special
Christmas Album
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Thoughts from Randy - Blog
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Last week I had the privilege of attending the 2009 Law Enforcement
Torch Run International Conference in Connecticut. Eleven law
enforcement officers from New Mexico were in attendance - each
having raised a minimum of $7,500 on behalf of our athletes.
This year’s Torch Run generated over $34 million world wide -
$91,000 more than last year. You really can’t say enough about the
amazing success our officers have had raising money, and it is no
secret that if it were not for the Torch Run, Special Olympics would
not be anywhere close to what it is today. Having spent the week
being ”inspired, motivated, and educated” as I listened to the
stories of these dedicated servants, I returned to New Mexico with a
deeper appreciation of the following:
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Upcoming Events
Holiday
Classic (Las Cruces - Nov. 20 & 21)
On November 20 -
21, SONM heads to Las Cruces for the 2009 Holiday Classic
presented by UPS where hundreds of SONM athletes will compete in the
south regional bowling and state basketball competition.
Competitions will take place at Sun Lanes Bowling Alley and the New
Mexico State University Activities Center. For more
information visit www.sonm.org or
call (505) 856-0342.
Posole Ole Fun Walk (Albuquerque - Dec. 5)
On Saturday, December 5 join hundreds of SONM fans for the 2009
Posole Ole Fun Walk presented by the Albuquerque International
Balloon Museum. Register yourself or be part of team to help
raise funds and awareness for SONM's athletes and sports program.
For more information visit
www.sonm.org or call (505) 856-0342. Additional
sponsorships provided by Rio Vista Realty, Inc., Ameriplex Mortgage,
and El Pinto Restaurant.
2010
Special Olympics National Games (Lincoln, NE - July 18 - 23)
SONM announces Team New Mexico
roster
Special Olympics New Mexico has announced the names of 20 SONM
athletes selected to compete at the 2010 Special Olympics National
Games in Lincoln, Nebraska on July 18 - 23.
Click
HERE
for the entire list of athletes by sport, delegation and area.
North Regional Bowling Competition brings over 560
athletes and coaches to Bernalillo in 2009
By Amanda Ortiz
On Saturday, Nov. 7 Special Olympics New Mexico hosted the 2009
North Regional Bowling Competition presented by UPS bringing
together some 449 total athletes from 23 delegations to the Santa
Ana Casino Starlight Lanes.
Competition was divided into four sessions for a total of 12 hours
of non-stop bowling from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Over 120 coaches,
along with hundreds of friends, family members and fans, filled the
bowling alley—making for yet another exciting year.
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New
Mexico Law Enforcement Torch RunŽ reaches another milestone in 2009
The New Mexico Law Enforcement Torch RunŽ (NM LETR) for Special
Olympics New Mexico (SONM) has reached another fund raising
milestone in 2009, almost doubling its efforts from last year.
NM LETR State Director Doyle Syling announced a total of $331,000
was raised at the organization’s closing meeting on October 2. In
2008, LETR officers raised $250,000—earning them national
recognition and the Sapphire Award for excellence in fund raising
for Special Olympics.
“The dedication shown this year by our NM LETR officers has been
incredible,” says Syling. “I am so proud of their hard work as well
as our partnership with SONM.”
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Athlete
Spotlight
Athlete name: Sarah
Russell
Age: 31 years old
Team: Special Olympics Las Cruces
Sports: Cycling, Bowling, Aquatics
Highlights: Earned at Gold, Silver and Bronze medals in
Aquatics at the 2009 Four Corners Invitational in Farmington. Will
compete in Bowling at the 2009 Holiday Classic in Las Cruces.
Editor's Notes:
Wish List
Special Olympics New Mexico is in need of a number of operational
items. If you or anyone you know might be able and willing to
donate, please contact us at (505) 856-0342.
*Frequent Flyer Coupons, Airline Tickets and Vouchers for athlete
travel
*Vacant Warehouse for athlete training center
A Very Special Christmas Album 7
The torch has been passed to a new generation of superstar talent
for A Very Special Christmas Volume 7, the latest edition of the
acclaimed album series which benefits Special Olympics. From its
start in 1987, the benefit recording series has enabled the
organization to improve the lives of people with intellectual
disabilities in more than 180 countries. Now, these new stars are
joining artists such as U2, Bon Jovi, and Vanessa Williams bringing
joy and hope through music to Special Olympics athletes around the
world.
For more information visit
www.specialolympics.org
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SONM Chapter Staff
Executive Director
Randy Mascorella
randymascorella@sonm.org
Director of Media & Public Relations
Oscar Solis
oscarsolis@sonm.org
Director of Special Events & Torch Run Liaison
Jacqueline Pacheco
jpacheco@sonm.org
Director of Development
Christine Sandoval
christinesandoval@sonm.org
Resource Development Associate
Heather Scott
heatherscott@sonm.org
Director of Sports
Competition & Program
Chris Page
chrispage@sonm.org
Director of Coaches Education & Outreach
Steve Harris
steveharris@sonm.org
Director of Finance
Alice Hanson
Ahanson@sonm.org
Director of Volunteer Affairs/
Administrative Assistant
Jayne McDonald
jayne@sonm.org
Systems Administrator
Victoria Gonzales
victoriagonzales@sonm.org
Public Relations Intern
Amanda Ortiz
SONM Board of Directors
Executive Committee
CHAIRMAN
Tom Padilla
PAST CHAIRMAN
Jerry With
VICE CHAIRMAN
Jack Eichorn
VICE CHAIRMAN
David Harnick
SECRETARY
Suzanne Frazier
TREASURER
Nick Loftis
Board Members
Melissa Spencer
Ryan Hanson
Nestor Romero
Suzanne Fields
Bruce Beebe
Bob Scanlon
Jim Reist
Sharen Hart
Blake Brown
Brad Hutchins
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