Cascade Range Chapter Cable-Tec Games

Let the Games Begin!

After a three-year hiatus, we were thrilled to bring back this popular event. Our fantastic vendors facilitated various games, while also helping advance maintenance techniques and knowledge, enhancing the overall experience.

Background

Cable-Tec Games is a competition among CATV system personnel centering around technical tasks. Support for the first games came from Paul Levine of CT Publications (Phillips Business Information, Inc.) and he also developed the initial design of the award medallions. Contributions were made by NCTI and industry sponsors. The Cable-Tec Games, originally called Cable Games, were first held in 1989 by the SCTE Rocky Mountain Chapter. Cable-Tec Games competitions have been held annually by the Rocky Mountain Chapter. The games have been a part of SCTE•ISBE’s Cable-Tec Expo since 1991. SCTE•ISBE Chapters and Meeting Groups have hosted Cable-Tec Games at all levels of the organization. Local, state and regional competitors participate to determine who will represent the chapter or region at the International Cable-Tec Games in the “Super Bowl” of telecommunications. Single events in the games have evolved and been defined by participation, practice and interest in the skill they measure. Event Hosts and sponsors have played a tremendous part in this evolution and are most generous in their support of events during the competitions. Without this dedication, the games “do not go on.” Materials, equipment and officials are provided by Event Host organizations. Their support of the Society’s training goals displayed through these games is appreciated. Sponsors provide refreshments, publicity, and support that give the games a special flavor. The medallions given in the games are a symbol of the training that creates winners in the workplace. Competing in an event that is also your job places a spotlight on how you do your job and gives an additional measure of importance to participating. It is the hope of the Society that all members are provided with the opportunity to be a part of this process and to benefit from taking part.

2023 Northwest Tech Days and Vendor Show

We had a great time with our chapter members at this year's event held again at the Sheraton at Portland International Airport on July 26th. We had great networking, checking out new products and relevant training for our members and nearly 200 registered attendees. 

Sponsorship of the Kraxberger Gearheads FIRST robotics team

The mission of FIRST is to inspire young people to be science and technology leaders and innovators, by engaging them in exciting Mentor-based programs that build science, engineering, and technology skills, that inspire innovation, and that foster well-rounded life capabilities including self-confidence, communication, and leadership.

To see what the Gearheads are up to, check them out on Facebook.

2017 Chapter Golf Tournament

Glendoveer Golf Course in Portland hosted our event again this year and it was another great success. Thanks to all who attended, especially since the heat was on at over 100 degrees that day. 

2017 Northwest Tech Days and Vendor Show

We had a great time with our chapter members at this year's event held again at the Sheraton at Portland International Airport on August 1st. We had great networking, checking out new products and relevant training for our members. 

May SCTE Certification Testing Completed

Colby Enbody passed BPI and Kyle Knutson passed BPT certification on May 24th. Great job!

Chris Tribbey competing at the SCTE Expo Cable Games

We are excited to see Chris Tribbey of the Comcast Maintenance Team in Salem take park in this year's International Cable Games at Expo in Philadelphia, PA. He placed 3rd in OTDR and represented our chapter very well. Great job!

Chris accepting his medal.

Food Bank 2016

The board of directors volunteered at the Oregon Food Bank with WICT to help out our community. 

2016 Chapter Golf Tournament

We had another fantastic year on the course. Thanks to our hole sponsors and to Glendoveer Golf Course for taking care of us. 

2016 NorthWest Tech Days

We had a great time at our annual vendor event for our chapter. Thank you to all the trainers, vendors and attendees for making it another successful year. And a BIG THANKS to our sponsors for going the extra mile in supporting our chapter.