NASHUA – Nashua Police Athletic League’s Night of Champions Gala presented by the Nashua Police Patrolman’s Association will be held at Sky Meadow Country Club on Oct. 12. Nashua PAL is honoring outstanding youth in each PAL sports/afterschool programs and exceptional adults that have contributed their valuable time to PAL youth – a Coach of the Year and PAL of the Year.

“Each young PAL leader has already made a big impact in their sport and/or community, and Nashua PAL is proud to highlight and honor these amazing PAL youth,” said Nashua PAL’s Executive Director Shaun Nelson. “The Coach of the Year [Nadia Calden] and PAL of the Year [Officer Kevin Pucillo] adult awardees are both individuals that have gone above and beyond in their volunteerism with PAL. They have made such a difference in the lives of Nashua youth, it’s our honor to award them for their outstanding service.”

PAL’s Night of Champions Gala is a main fundraiser for the organization. All funds raised directly support more than 2,000 PAL youth in robust education-focused programming, such as free afterschool and summer care provided at the PAL Youth Safe Haven to more than 250 youth.

The Nashua Police Patrolman’s Association is thrilled to be the Leadership Champion and title sponsor for PAL’s Night of Champions Gala.

“Nashua PAL’s Night of Champions is such an impactful night for our community and our youth and speaks directly to the Patrolman’s Association Charity’s mission,” said a spokesperson for the Nashua Police Patrolman’s Association. “The Patrolman’s Association is proud to support the Nashua Police Athletic League because we believe in investing in our community’s youth. By contributing to PAL, we are not just giving them opportunities for physical activity and teamwork, but also helping to build a stronger, safer, and more vibrant future for Nashua. Our commitment to this organization reflects our dedication to fostering positive relationships between law enforcement and the community we serve.”

The Giaquinto family is excited to return as a presenting sponsor for PAL’s Night of Champions. The Giaquinto family is PAL’s Success Champion presenting the Night of Champions’ Live Auction and VIP Cocktail Hour. Michael Giaquinto states that his family “believes strongly in Nashua PAL’s vision – income should never be a barrier for youth success.” The Giaquinto’s support Nashua PAL’s Accelerating Success program which focuses on eliminating any financial hurdles standing in the way of success.

“Nashua PAL continues to clear the path to success for so many of Nashua’s youth. My family is proud to help connect every child with someone that believes in them, along with the opportunities for them to succeed,” said Michael Giaquinto. “Congratulations to all of Nashua PAL’s Champions.”

Awardees for the event are:

Cheerleader of the Year is 8-year-old Kylie Ansaldi

Football Player of the Year is 12-year-old Isaac Bernard

Coach of the Year is Nadia Calden

Nashua PAL Force Cheer Jr. PAL of the Year is 15-year-old Fatima Garcia

Boys Cross Country Runner of the Year is 13-year-old Evan Jean

Boxer of the Year is 18-year-old Jayden Maldonado

Girls Cross Country Runner of the Year is (soon-to-be) 14-year-old Rosalie Neveau

PAL of the Year is Nashua Police Officer Kevin Pucillo

Nashua PAL is immeasurably grateful to our sponsors: Nashua Police Patrolman’s Association, Leadership Champion; the Giaquinto Family, Success Champion; NorthPoint Construction, Education Champion; Crane Currency and M&T Bank, Afterschool Champions; Dead River Company, Tito’s Vodka, Metro Walls, Southern NH Health System, and Sky Meadow – Mentor Champions; and our amazing Summer, Community and Backpack Champions.