Athletes of all abilities are taking to the court in Boise for a unique basketball tournament that emphasizes inclusivity and ...

Casa Colina is also home to a research institute, wheelchair recreation and wheelchair sports program and several residency ...

The event offered participants of all abilities the opportunity to experience the thrill of wheelchair sports, a news release ...

Wheelchairs used in this sport are designed for speed and agility. Most are equipped with two large, cambered wheels, two small front castors, and one or two small rear castors to prevent tipping ...

Originally conceived as a sport wheelchair, it has now evolved to ... aluminum pipes and bicycle parts and wheels. This makes it substantially cheaper compared to commercial wheelchairs, making ...

Wheelchair basketball originated as a rehabilitation activity for World War II veterans. Today, athletes in over 100 countries participate in the sport. The men’s and ... for every two pushes of the ...

Canada defeated Slovakia 4-2 to earn bronze at the World Wheelchair Curling Championship on Saturday in Stevenston, Scotland.

The sport grew in the 1980s as France became the first country in Europe to put together a specific wheelchair tennis programme. The sport made its first appearance at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympics.

The program aims to increase awareness of, and participation in, adaptive sports and fitness for those with and without disabilities. It features not just wheelchair basketball, but also wheelchair ...