Daniel “RUDY” Ruettiger is coming to Southington

The Summit At Plantsville, a 150 bed skilled
nursing facility offering both short-term rehabilitation and long-term care, is
honored to have the unique opportunity to host Daniel “Rudy” Ruettiger April
4, 2014
at 7:00pm. Rudy is a motivational speaker and
former collegiate football player for the University of Notre Dame and best
known as the inspiration for the movie “Rudy”.                                                     

The 1993 hit movie “Rudy” is based upon the true
story of Daniel “Rudy” Ruettiger, the ultimate underdog, an undersized wannabe
who dreamed of playing football for Notre Dame. Ruettiger had to overcome the
longest of odds to make his dream come true. 
He was one of 14 children, had undiagnosed dyslexia and marginal
grades.  After serving in the Navy for
two years, working in a power plant for two years, and attending nearby Holy Cross College, he was finally
accepted into the University of Notre Dame on his fourth attempt. At 5’6” and 165
pounds, Rudy was hardly the ideal collegiate football player.  However, through his perseverance and
determination, he earned a spot on Notre Dame’s practice squad. Rudy’s hard
work finally paid off when he was asked to suit up for the last game of his senior
year. On the final play of the game, Rudy sacked the Georgia Tech quarterback
and was carried off the field by his teammates, a rare honor in Notre Dame
history.

Since graduation and the release of the movie,
Rudy has toured the world giving motivational speeches. In addition to his
speaking engagements, Rudy and his wife have set up a non-profit organization
dedicated to the support and recognition of those who aspire to fulfill their
dreams through character, courage, contribution and commitment.

Tickets for Rudy are $35 in advance and $45 at
the door.  Seating is limited! To
purchase tickets, send a check made payable to The Summit At Plantsville to The
Summit At Plantsville c/o Colleen Donahue, 261 Summit Street, Plantsville
CT.  For further information, contact
Colleen or Barbara at 860-628-0364. All
proceeds collected will go to The Summit At Plantsville’s Resident Council Fund,
which is used to enhance the quality of life of our residents. The Summit At
Plantsville  is located in the Plantsville
section of Southington at 261 Summit St, Plantsville, CT  and is managed by Athena Health Care
Systems.