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SONM's Bi-Weekly Newsletter
| September 11, 2013
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Athlete Profile
Name: Chris Lowance Team: Special Olympics Manzano
Sports: Track and Field, Poly Hockey, Flag Football
Highlights: Chris was honored as the French Athlete of the Game at the first 2013 Lobo Football game on August 31!
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Thoughts From Randy
All Four
A few months ago I read an article that detailed four ways to leave a legacy. At first glance I thought it was going to be one of those "easy ways to accomplish great things by following a few simple steps." This time, however, I was pleasantly surprised and found nothing easy about it. The author shared that whether we are intentional or not, every single one of us is going to leave a legacy and that how we will be remembered has everything to do with how we are living every day. Here is my summary of his thoughts. MORE >>> |
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2014 USA Games athletes and coaches announced!
The 2014 USA Games Team New Mexico athletes and coaches have officially been selected! 3500 athletes, 1000 coaches and delegates, 10,000 volunteers, and over 70 ,000 families and spectators will gather in Princeton, New Jersey from June 14- 21. Representing Team New Mexico is:
Aquatics: Coach Carolyn Olson, SO Carlsbad Robby Miller, SO Belen/Los Lunas
Nathan Begay, SO Gallup
Jenna McMillan, SO Las Cruces
Justine MacIntosh, SO Rio Rancho
Athletics: Coach Chris Castillo, SO Manzano
Grace Chacon, SO Rio Rancho Ayanna Reid, SO Manzano Jesus Ibarra, SO Rio Grande High School Antonio Eres, SO Las Cruces
Bocce: Coach Linda Charzuk, SO Albuquerque Gymnastics School Joey Torres, SO Rio Rancho
James Munoz, SO Carlsbad
Heather Robertson, SO Carlsbad
Sara Watson, SO Las Cruces
Bowling: Coach Allie Stapleton, SO Manzano
Shaylene Stephens, SO Los Alamos
Rosemary Perez, SO Las Curces
Vincent Martinez, SO Rio Rancho
Tyler Tracy, SO Las Cruces
Congratulations everyone!
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Can you raise $250?
Over the Edge is just about a week away but there is still time to raise money and ge  t on the ropes! SONM is offering a new and exciting opportunity to those who have yet to raise the full $1000: anyone who raises $250 by next Tuesday will have their name put in a lottery for a spot on the rope on September 20th! Have you already raised $250? You will automatically get your name entered, but continue to fund raise because for every $250 you raise up to $1000, your name will be entered in the lottery again! Not yet signed up as a fund raiser? You can still sign up and start raising your $250 before Tuesday. Don't miss your chance to be a part of this exhilarating event! Click HERE to create a fundraising page.
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A one of a kind night
If we still haven't sold you on going Over the Edge...you can support SONM  by attending a unique and inspiring speaking event on the evening of September 20th. Craig DeMartino - renowned climber and motivational speaker - will hold an exclusive speaking engagement for Special Olympics New Mexico. What makes him so special? Craig chose to amputate is right leg from the knee down so he could continue climbing. Since the amputation, Craig has become the first amputee to climb El Capitan in Yosemite in under 24 hours. He also led the first All-Disabled Ascent of El Capitan last year, with his disabled climbing mates Pete Davis and Jarem Frye. On September 20th at 7 pm at the NM State Bar Center, join us as Craig inspires athletes and supporters alike. All proceeds benefit SONM. Tickets are $20. Student discounts available! For tickets, call Erin Gallegos at 505-856-0342 or click HERE.
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Law Enforcement Torch Run News!
Tip-A-Cop at Sadie's Santa Ana
On Saturday, September 14th, join SOUTH CENTRAL Region LETR officers at the Sadie's  Tip-A-Cop at Santa Ana Star Casino. Local Law Enforcement Officers will work as celebrity hosts and waiters and raise funds and awareness for Special Olympics New Mexico's athletes and programs. Come out anytime from 12 pm - 8 pm for a fun day of entertainment, a superb meal, and excellent service! For more information on participation, contact officer Ana Ortiz of the Santa Ana Police Department at 505-771-6730 or ana.ortiz@santana-nsn.gov. LETR Kick-Off and Celebration Lunch
The 2014 LETR Kick-Off and 2013 Celebration Luncheon are just two weeks away! The Kick-Off/Luncheon will take place on September 25th from 11 am - 1:30 pm at the Wells Fargo building on 200 Lomas NW in the 2nd Floor Training Rooms.  The 2013 Celebration Luncheon serves to commemorate the various accomplishments of LETR officers throughout the LETR fiscal year, which was from September 1, 2013 - August 31, 2013. The 2014 Kick-Off signifies that NMLETR activities for the 2014 Fiscal Year have officially begun. Lunch will be served at 11 am and the meeting will conclude with a group picture at 1:30 pm. Make sure to RSVP if you are planning to attend. Even if you've never been involved in Torch Run before and are are interested in becoming involved, you are welcome to join us! Click HERE to RSVP for the Kick-Off/Luncheon. |
Bosque Running Shop gives back
The 4th annual Rio Grande Half Marathon presented by Bosque Running Shop welcomed 300 runners to the beautiful trail right along the Rio Grande River - 30 of which were Special Olympics New Mexico athletes and families! The run, in its 4th year, donates a portion of its registration fee to SONM every year.
"The run is growing," said Likaya Dayile of Bosque Running Shop. " I hope that next year we are able introduce the SONM athletes and families who participate in the race in front of the other runners. It is nice for people to see the Special Olympics involvement in the race and see what a portion of their registration fee is going towards."
SONM would like to thank Bosque Running Shop and Likaya for their generosity towards the organization and for this year's contribution from the Rio Grande Half Marathon.
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Upcoming 2013 Events
EVENT DATE LOCATION
State Equestrian Competition Sept 13-14 Clovis, NM Over the Edge Sept 19-20 NM Bank and Trust Building
North Regional Bowling Oct 26-27 Santa Ana Starlight Lanes
Holiday Classic Nov 15-17 Las Cruces, NM |
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SONM Board of Directors
Executive Committee : CHAIRMAN, Tom Padilla; VICE CHAIRMAN, Jack Eichorn; VICE CHAIRMAN, Bob Scanlon; SECRETARY, Suzanne Frazier; and TREASURER, Steve Pino
Board Members: Shaylene Stephens, Nestor Romero, Suzanne Fields, Ryan Garcia, David Harnick, Jim Reist, Sharen Hart, Brad Hutchins, Walt Bolic, Darren Wilkins, Trish Stuart, Craig Amundson, and Karen Hudson
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Contact Us
Special Olympics New Mexico
6600 Palomas Pl. NE Ste. 207
ABQ, NM 87109
Email: sonm@sonm.org
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