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COOPERSTOWN Ambassador and Class of ennis enthusiasts, 2023 Inductee Fred McGriff golfers, and friends of spent the afternoon finishing Pathfinder Village gaththe 18th hole with the inviered on Monday, September 9 tational’s golfers. During the at the Pathfinder Village Tennis banquet, he was interviewed Classic and the Pathfinder by Hall of Fame President Josh Village-Baseball Hall of Fame Rawitch and recalled formaGolf Invitational. Culminating tive moments in his career with an awards banquet at as well as learning about his The Otesaga Resort Hotel, the election to the Hall in 2023. two benefits raised more than He also shared his impres$81,000.00 for residential and sions from his weekend visit student scholarships for people to Pathfinder Village, where with Down syndrome and other he enjoyed a tour and a pickintellectual disabilities. up game of kickball. “It’s an honor to be part of Tournament Chairs— this decades-long tradition Community Volunteers Pat that celebrates two sports and and Bob Hanft of Cooperstown two world-class non-profits, and Leatherstocking Golf Pathfinder Village and the Course Host Pro Tim Quirk— National Baseball Hall of announced tournament Fame,” said Pathfinder’s winners and the proceeds from Chief Executive Officer the day’s competitions. Karen Knavel, who joined the National Baseball Hall of Fame photo – Milo V. Stewart Jr. The 15th annual Tennis Edmeston-based community Hall of Famer Fred McGriff poses on the 18th at the Leatherstocking Golf Course with Golf Professional Zach Classic at the Har-Tru Courts in January. “In planning these Vinal of the Teugega Country Club and the NYCM Insurance team of Michael Perrino, Jeremy Robinson, Daniel of the Cooperstown Country events, I was taken by our Robinson, and Jon Young. The team came in first at -24 in the recent Pathfinder Village-Baseball Hall of Fame Club featured a full roster volunteers’ enthusiasm and Golf Invitational. of 32 players organized in dedication. It is amazing these two flights, and followed a Sokolik families, Strategic Financial faces as an older person but added that events have been so successful—42 modified round-robin, mixed doubles Services, the Dairy Farmers of America, he is aging with dignity through the years for golf and 15 years for tennis. format. Flight A winners were Dave and the Cooperstown Country Club support he receives from Pathfinder’s We are grateful for your faith in our Lemire and John Ryland, who defeated were recognized for their key support direct support professionals. mission, and I’m grateful to be joining Chris Hulse and Tracy Roberts, 8-0. for the Tennis Classic, now in its 15th “Anyone who knows Frank knows in that work.” Flight B winners were Susanna Hager year. his fascination with calendars. If and Georgia Frevele, who held off The banquet included recognition Another event highlight was a you look at September 9th, you will of The Clark Estates and The Otesaga presentation by Clare Langley and see it highlighted with ‘First day at Leslie Friedman and Michael Stehman Resort Hotel, which have been major Theresa Mohan, sisters of Village Pathfinder, 1991’,” said Langley. “I in a tiebreak, 9-8 (7-4). Since 2010, this sponsors over the golf tournament’s scholarship recipient Frank Stohlman. initially hated the idea of his going social and competitive amateur tournafour decades. NBT Bank and Coca- The sisters spoke of how their youngest away… Soon after his move, I saw ment has raised more than $300,000.00 Cola Beverages Northeast were brother brought joy to their extended that Frank was more than okay at for Pathfinder Village scholarships. recognized for their 25th year as the family and how he became more inde- Pathfinder—he thrives. And now, our The Golf Invitational was won by golf event’s Presenting Sponsor and pendent through Pathfinder’s commu- family thanks our parents for making the NYCM Insurance team of Daniel Corporate Sponsor, respectively. and Jeremy Robinson, Michael Perrino nity-based services. They addressed this difficult decision so long ago.” Continued on page 9 National Baseball Hall of Fame Longtime sponsors, the Hanft and the memory challenges that Frank INSIDE ► Zogby poll founder to speak at hartwick, page 2 ► Oneonta Is special in many ways, page 4 ► households dispose of hazardous waste, page 6 ► NYS AG COMMISSIONER: VACCINATE YOUR HORSES! page 6 ► CERAMICIST’S WORK FEATURED AT GALLERY, page 10 ► TO HANG OR NOT TO HANG? page 11 Follow Breaking News On
Lasting Impressions
andrea thies
My Experience at the 2024 Paralympic Games
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ttending the Paralympic Games was an unforgettable experience, filled with moments of awe, inspiration and connection. The athlete village, where I spent much of my time, was a microcosm of the world itself, brimming with energy and diversity. One of the unexpected delights was the endless supply of food and beverage options—available at any hour. Costa, a British coffeehouse chain, had outposts all over the village, and it didn’t take long for me to fall in love with their Flat White, a rich blend of espresso and steamed milk. Mornings would start early, with athletes and coaches queuing as early as 6 a.m., all eager for that first
eye-opener before catching the 7 a.m. bus to the rowing venue. As much as I enjoyed my daily coffee routine, it was the community within the village that struck me most. Athletes of all abilities and backgrounds mingled as equals, moving between the dining hall, lounge areas, and even the laundry room. In this space, the idea of “typical” didn’t exist. It was a beautiful reminder that being different was not unusual here—it was the norm. There was a sense of unity in this diversity, a powerful statement that excellence comes in many forms. The food itself was a daily adventure. Photo courtesy Andrea Theis Continued on page 6 Coach Thies enjoys her “Flat White” coffee in Paris.
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