Center for Human Development Slates Annual Cammer Cup for March 28

WESTFIELD — The Western Mass. Knights, the Center for Human Development (CHD) Disability Resources junior and adult sled-hockey teams will host the annual Cammer Cup at Amelia Park in Westfield on Saturday, March 28. Members of CHD’s Disability Resources program will face off against local celebrities in the first game at 3 p.m. and then uphold an annual tradition by taking on the Charter Oak Men’s League team in memory of their teammate, Alex Camerlin.

Proceeds from the $10 admission, raffle, and concessions will benefit the Western Mass. Knights adult and junior sled-hockey programs to help pay for ice time, purchase and maintain equipment, and offset travel costs to annual USA Hockey Disabled Festivals (2015 in Buffalo, N.Y. and 2016 in Detroit). Tickets can be purchased through participating players, at Amelia Park in Westfield, or at CHD’s home office at 332 Birnie Ave., Springfield.

The following local celebrities have already committed, with a few more expected to join: Jim Goodwin, CHD president; Julie Schwager, CHD vice president of Adult Services; Elizabeth Preston, Westfield State University president; Pat Kelly of Laser 99.3; Bob Kester of Rock 102; Shaggy of Kix 100.9; Mike Skurko of CBS 3 Springfield; Ryan Walsh of WWLP 22; and Andy Zilch, Springfield Falcons broadcaster.

CHD’s Disability Resources program provides barrier-free recreational and competitive opportunities for individuals with physical disabilities or visual impairments. Through a variety of activities, including adaptive sports, recreational outings, social gatherings, and educational events, Disability Resources seeks to enhance the self-confidence, interactive skills, and physical abilities of program participants.