Murphy Seeks Adventure at Queens University Memory Of Robbie Still As Strong Today As Ten Years Ago This year marks the 10th anniversary of the Robbie Miles 5K, which was started by Kate Miles to honor and celebrate her son’s life. Robbie, who died at the age of 15, developed an uncontrolled seizure disorder that left him both mentally challenged and physically handicapped. Despite this disorder, Robbie was known for his bright smile and love for family, friends and life itself. Calvert Hospice helped care for Robbie and although the Miles family has moved from the County, the organization continues the race in Robbie’s memory. “I’m so glad that the race continues in memory of Robbie and this 10th anniversary is special because the Health Care Reform legislation has passed,” said Kate Miles. Miles and her family spent a lot of time advocating for reform. They testified before congress about insurance coverage for preexisting conditions and the difficulty of having to consider institutionalization due to not qualifying for assistance. “The Calvert Hospice team feels privileged to once again honor Robbie,” Jill Morris, Calvert Hospice event coordinator said
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in a press release. “I’m new to the team, but I know what a special event the 5K is and this year we’re not only celebrating Robbie’s life; we’re also honoring the part he and his family took in improving healthcare coverage for families facing similar situations.” The public is invited to join Calvert Hospice this Saturday, May 1 for the Robbie Miles 5K Family Run and Walk. Registration is available online at www.calverthospice. org - just click the crab. Race day registration is also available. Strollers and dogs are welcome, so bring the whole family! For further information, call 410-535-0892. All proceeds benefit the Burnett-Calvert Hospice House, now open on Sixes Road in Prince Frederick. Hospice House is available on a first-come-first serve basis to anyone in Calvert County living their final days with a terminal illness for whom care at home is not an option. Calvert Hospice provides care, comfort and compassion to those with a life-limiting illness and those grieving the loss of someone close. Care is provided regardless of ability to pay and all bereavement services are available to Calvert County residents free of charge.
Thursday, April-2010
St. Mary’s Ryken senior goaltender Owen Murphy isn’t nervous about going to college far away from his home in St. Leonard. In fact, he’s ready for the chance to see a new place when he continues his education – and lacrosse career- at Queens University of Charlotte in North Carolina this fall. “It’s in a nice part of the town, the coach emphasized you’ll never be bored,” Murphy said of the social positives of attending Queens. “I’m looking forward to having freedom to do whatever I want.” Murphy was also considering Sacred Heart and Farfield Universities in Connecticut, as well as Wheeling Jesuit University and Maryland-College Park before deciding on Queens’ offer. In spite of living his entire young life in the Southern Maryland area, Murphy wasn’t concerned about attending college more than seven hours away from home. “I’m always looking for adventure,” he said, “So I’m ready to try something new.” On the field, he admits that the speed of the game, especially the shots that he’ll be facing, will be an adjustment he has to make soon. “There’s a step up from our kids in terms of the speed of the shots,” Murphy said. “I’ve got a lot of work to do to keep up.” It’s work that Ryken head coach John Sothoron thinks Murphy is well prepared for.
Photo By Chris Stevens Accompanied by mother Julia, father Owen, Sr. and several St. Mary’s Ryken staff members, Owen Murphy signs his letter of intent to play lacrosse at Queens University of Charlotte in North Carolina.
“He’s paid his dues,” Sothoron said, noting that he was caught behind two goaltenders playing at the college level (Andrew Wascavage at Towson and Mason Cook at Wingate). “He’s done a great job, he works hard on his skills, and we think he’s got a great future ahead of him.” Murphy, who is currently undecided on a major, but leaning towards the sports medicine field, plans to bring many positive things to Charlotte with him. “I am a student who works hard and will be studying all the time, as well as trying my best on and off the field,” he said. By Chris stevens (Ct) info@somdpublishing.net