The founder of the legendary men’s semi-pro team “Jack’s 5”, Cashman’s influence on the game of basketball was far reaching. An original member of the University of Maine Boosters club, Jack was also a board certified official in Maine, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire, refereeing tournament games at the Old Bangor Auditorium in the 50’s and 60’s. He played a major role in the growth of youth basketball in the Old Town area, as well as creating summer leagues in the 1950’s for high school and college players