3.31.2007

Poker Tournament Was Worth the Gamble

We are proud to announce that TEAM J.LO has now raised $5413 that will be donated to the Sandy Rollman Ovarian Cancer Foundation. We reached our goal because of so many people, most recently due to the efforts of Bill and Jodi Orcutt. They were the brains and hardwork behind the 1st Annual NL Hold 'Em Ovarian Cancer Benefit Tournament. We'd also like to thank the 26 gentlemen who came out to support our cause and played some great poker.
Billy Orcutt
David Shaw
Brad Shaw
Bill Orcutt Sr.
Chris Jones
Chris Seich
Eric Stuve
Chuck Lopez
Gil Lopez
Andy Lopez
Steve Accardi
Jeff Kristel
Mohammed Scalam
Brian Ferry
Keith Wentura
Rick Wentura
Ken Sullivan
Ryan Magee
Bill Vaparteys
Jay Bonds
Billy Thomas
Anthony Ray
Bob Ikdzak
Joel Polidura
Brian Ross
Adam Gold
Additionally, there were several outside contributors who were unable to attend, but donated both money and door prizes for the event. Their names are:
John Criscuolo
Bill Gold
Mike Romace
Frank Costa
Catherine Mitelo
Bob Sperling
Barbara Curry
Keith Wentura
As a result of Bill and Jodi's efforts, we walked away with $895 which put us as our current total of $5413. When I was walking out of the poker game today (after I got my butt handed to me), I couldn't thank Bill enough for what he had done. He simply replied, "Hey, it's family". It's that kind of compassion and selflessness that made this achievement possible.
We don't have to end this article with a "pep talk" or any prolific quote that will hopefully stur people to donate to our cause. Simply all we can say is THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU! Everyone, THANK YOU!!! See you in 28 days at the race!!!
Best,
TEAM J.LO
As always, you may check our progress or donate to TEAM J.LO by clicking here.

3.26.2007

"SHUFFLE UP AND DEAL!"


The 1st Annual NL Hold 'Em Ovarian Cancer Benefit Tournament will be held this Saturday, March 31st.


Location: American Legion Post 87

314 Berry Street Woodbridge, NJ


Buy-In: $50, Half the proceeds goes towards our fight against Ovarian Cancer, and half goes to the pot.


Payout: Top prize guarentee of at least $300. The more people, the higher the prizes!!


Structure: $5,000 in chips, 15 minute blinds.


Shuffle up and deal at 2:00pm


For more information, Contact Bill "WoBo" Orcutt" @ 732-713-0405


3.11.2007

$857

I was just checking out the TEAM JLO website, and it turns out that we are a mere $857 away from reaching our fundraising goal of $5,000 (which puts us at $4143). I can’t help but to imagine what it would mean for our cause if we actually reached our goal.

When Chuck brought up the Sandy Rollman 5K race idea, we picked $5000 as a goal because it was a great number to shoot for, it was certainly more than we’ve aimed for in the past, and because it’s just a nice round number! We never really banked on actually raising the 5K because really it was more about spreading the word and the fact that we knew we could raise a good amount anyway. But now with 48 days left until the race, we could do one of two things; congratulate ourselves and be content with the $4143, or keep pushing for the final $857. I choose the latter.

We all have to keep pushing for our goal because if we think back to December 2005, we all know a woman that could’ve easily given up without little blame. But had made up her mind, and changed all of our definitions of what it means to truly “fight”. And again this past October when Mom was faced with her second bout with cancer in less than a year, she continued to push to reach her goal to survive. It’s our turn to push and fight for her and meet our goal of $5000 for all the reasons we have talked about on countless occasions: to spread the word, for better laws, for those who are battling, and fore those who have lost the fight.

So if you are like me and sometimes put things off until the last minute, well the last minute is here and we need your help. If you have yet to make a monetary donation, no amount is too small or too large. If you are unable to make a donation, then please spread the word and forward our website to everyone you know. Click here to donate to TEAM J.LO

Best,

Andy

3.06.2007

1ST Annual Teal Night For Life


Last Friday hundreds of devoted family members, friends and co-workers decended upon the Olive Branch Bar and Resturant in New Brunswick. The wonderful management of the OB as well as their incredibe staff truly out did themselves. Most wonderful though, was the oupouring of love and support from all those who came. Our initial estimate of funds we hoped to raise were in the $600-$700 range. When all was said and done we raised $2005.00. There are no words to express how amazing it really was. Thank you again to all those who came, to those who gave and to the wonderful staff at the OB. You made our dream a reality. Now. let's get on and hit $5000.00

Best,
Chuck Lopez