Saturday, June 9, 2012
Simsbury

The NBC Connecticut Jim Calhoun Cancer Challenge Ride and Walk is an annual statewide event of Coach Calhoun's to benefit the Carole and Ray Comprehensive Cancer Center at the University of Connecticut Health Center and Coaches vs. Cancer, a program established in 1993 by the American Cancer Society.

This exciting day is open to everyone who wants to join Coach Calhoun in the fight against cancer. There will be non-competitive rides of 10, 25, 50 and 75 mile with riders age 14 and older from across the Northeast as well as a 5K walk/run open to all ages. Fun activities are planned for participants and spectators.

Register to ride or walk by signing up as an individual, joining an existing team or starting a new team. The Health Center has four teams that are looking for members:

1. The Rosenkrantz Riders – captain Ted Rosenkrantz
2. Calhoun Cardiology Center – captain Michael Azrin
3. UConn Fritz Free Riders – captain Joyce Fritz
4. Neag Comprehensive Cancer Center – captain Jody Blumberg
5. Mohs Movers – captain LuAnn Satherlie

You don't have to walk or ride to participate, you can choose to volunteer during the event or make a donation. All donations are tax-deductible and can be made on-line or through cash or checks. Checks should be made out to the UConn Foundation and mailed to:

NBC Connecticut Jim Calhoun Cancer Challenge Ride and Walk
c/o Gold, Orluk & Partners
P.O. Box 1177
Avon, CT 06001