WHO WE ARE

The Connecticut Sports Management Group INC. (CTSMG.org) is a 501(c)(3) not for profit corporation dedicated to managing the two largest amateur multi sport Olympic-style sporting events in Connecticut: The Nutmeg State Games and the CT Masters’ Games (formerly The CT Senior Games).

The Nutmeg State Games (NutmegStateGames.org) is recognized by the U.S Olympic Committee and by the National Congress of State Games as the Official State Games of CT and celebrates 28 years of “kicking grass” in 2016. The Connecticut Masters’ Games (CTMastersGames.org) is recognized the U.S. Olympic committee and the National Association of Senior Games as the Official Senior Games of CT. The Masters’ Games, now in its 37th year, were taken over by CSMG in 2002 and since that time has grown exponentially. Through the venue of competitive sports, we seek to contribute positively to the physical, mental and emotional growth of our athletes. 22nd ANNUAL The Connecticut Sports Management Group Inc. believes that participation in athletics provides opportunities to develop leadership qualities such as Or Current Resident DIRECTORS hard work, self confidence and mental and physical toughness. We also believe competitive athletics CLUB BANQUET lays the foundation for positive life long habits that contribute to a healthy life style and teaches team th work, sportsmanship and respect for others. The Thursday, February 25 “Games’” include participants from all religious, racial and socio- economic backgrounds and Aqua Turf Club opponents are not determined by demographics. We encourage the camaraderie that develops through the common bond of athletics, and an appreciation for the spirit that make the Games successful. FOR THE BENEFIT OF:

If you have any questions about our organization . U nit G please contact Nutmeg State Games via email at t , CT 06457 , CT 06457 [email protected] or Connecticut Masters’ Games at CTMasters@CTMastersGames. org M iddletown p, INC. C onnecticut Sp ortsp, M ana g ement Grou M iddle S 975 THE 22nd ANNUAL DIRECTOR’S CLUB BANQUET INFORMATION REGISTRATION FORM Note: Registration Deadline February 19th You are cordially invited to the Register Online Today! www.NutmegStateGames.org nd FEATURED SPEAKER: 22 Annual Director’s Club Banquet Company Name: Mike Cavanaugh, Men’s Address: For The Benefit Of: Head Hockey Coach City: State: THE NUTMEG STATE GAMES UCONN “Good Kids Making Good Choices” Zip: Phone: Head Coach Mike Email: & Cavanaugh begins his third THE CONNECTICUT MASTERS’ GAMES season (2015-16) at the Person Who Contacted You About The Banquet: “For Active Adults” helm of the UCONN men’s program after guiding the Huskies through Guest List: (Please supply names for seating) Thursday, February 25th, 2015 their inaugural season in in 2014-15. On May 8, 2013, Cavanaugh was named the fourth head 1. Aqua Turf Club men’s hockey coach in UConn history dating back to the 556 Mulberry St., Plantsville, CT inception of the program in 1960. 2. 3. AWARD PRESENTATIONS: Prior to arriving in Storrs, Cavanaugh spent 18 seasons at Boston College on legendary head coach ’s 4. Nutmeg State Games Male Athlete of the Year coaching staff. During his time at BC, he helped guide the Eagles to four national titles (2001, 2008, 2010 5. Nutmeg State Games Female Athlete of the Year and 2012) in addition to nine Hockey East Tournament 6. championships, six league regular-season titles and ten Frozen Four appearances. 7. CT Masters’ Games Athlete of the Year 8. During his tenure at Boston College, Cavanaugh was 2016 BANQUET CHAIRMAN: vital in establishing a decade-strong winning culture for 9. Jay Malcynsky the program in the Hockey East. As one of the nation’s premier recruiters, Cavanaugh saw his efforts produce 10. more than 30 players, two # Attending at $250 ea. = Hobey Baker Award recipients (Johnny Gaudreau, 2014; Mike Mottau, 2000), 22 All-Americans and two USA Hockey College Players of the Year (Mottau, 2000 and Mail Registration To: CSMG, Inc. Nathan Gerbe, 2008) in his 18 seasons - the last nine as 975 Middle St. Unit 6, Middletown, CT 06457 associate head coach. Check Enclosed $ He was named the winner of the 2013 Terry Flanagan Award by the American Hockey Coaches Association Credit Card (AHCA). The Flanagan Award is given annually to honor an assistant coach’s career body of work in the college Card Type Exp. Date game. Credit Card #:

A 1990 graduate of Bowdoin College, Cavanaugh was Signature: a three-year ice hockey letterman for the Polar Bears. He A Portion of your donation ($175) is tax deductible Email Receipt to: served as team captain in 1989-90. For the complete bio Charitable Registration #: CHR. 0005080 please go to: http://www.uconnhuskies.com/sports and Questions: call (860) 788-7041 or email click into the Men’s Hockey page. [email protected]