Clemson Adaptive Sports and Recreation

Just a few more weeks until registration closes for our wheelchair basketball sports camps held June 30-July 3 at Clemson University. Space is still available in our overnight camp. Don't miss out!

Registration link: linktr.ee/cuadaptivesports

Don't wait to sign up for youth wheelchair basketball sports camp at Clemson University, June 30 to July 3. Our day camp option is already full and we are putting athletes on the waitlist. Our overnight camp still has space but is filling up.

We're excited for our second year of camps and can't wait to see some great athlete development happen in Clemson this summer!

https://apps.ideal-logic.com/cuparticipant?key=S2QM-6QBSB_WPG5-2H2G_48ac927691e3&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR3yclIhEZ8PTHvwE8oRIrAPKxN186rrBFRnG4wISzJWfMOg0YUMF2RUl8s_aem_AaTKsdxLFv1IDvWWS_cZKLzld7QVWQ5nuAk-VhpBuamXkE2wwTwXPe4MXkV569u_b5hMjAkw84JFR1_3nuMWS6ck

Our program director, Jasmine Townsend, was part of an invited speaker panel at the NCAA Inclusion Forum today!! The panel included Dr. Feranmi Okanlami, from the University of Michigan, Dr. Andrea Woodson-Smith, recent NWBA Hall of Fame inductee and faculty at North Carolina Central University, and Kayleigh McCauley-Sayer from Move United.

They discussed starting collegiate adaptive athletics programs with current NCAA student athletes and athletic department administrators.

Go Tigers!!

It is Give Day!

Today, your generosity allows us to elevate our athletes’ experiences and offer programs that address critical needs throughout our community, state and nation. If you would like to donate to Clemson Adaptive Sports and Recreation, please click the link below and navigate to the Clemson Adaptive Sports and Recreation Excellence Fund. Thank you for your continued support!

https://giveday.clemson.edu/pages/college-of-behavioral-social-and-health-sciences?appeal_id=641ca0625b7212205263fdfd

Did you know that the track meet at the Palmetto Games (April 26-27) has approval from World Para Athletics? This means that results count towards WPA rankings, world and regional records, and even qualification for US national team or international competitions. This is an exciting opportunity for adaptive athletes (wheelchair or standing), especially in the Eastern U.S., as we are one of only 2 existing adaptive track meets in the area.

Late registration for games closes Friday night (April 12). Come check us out!

Just a reminder that early registration for Palmetto Games closes this Friday (April 5). Late registration closes next Friday (April 12).

Palmetto Games - Clemson Palmetto Games is waiting for you!

We have extended our hotel block and group rate for the Palmetto Games until April 7th!! The Tru by Hilton is a great community partner!! And they are pet friendly, which is great for any service animal friends coming along!!

Direct booking link: https://www.hilton.com/en/book/reservation/deeplink/?ctyhocn=CLTCLRU&groupCode=PALM&arrivaldate=2024-04-26&departuredate=2024-04-28&cid=OM,WW,HILTONLINK,EN,DirectLink&fromId=HILTONLINKDIRECT

We are one month out from the Palmetto Games!!! Here are some important dates to remember...

March 31: hotel block with group rate of $119/night closes
April 5: Early registration closes
April 12: All registration closes

Also, veterans will be reimbursed 100% following participation thanks to support from Move United Sport and the Adaptive Sports and Arts - U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs grants.

Registration link: https://www.simplyregister.net/register/?e=125401

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Hey all you future Clemson Tigers!! Check out this information from Accessible College! If you’re planning a campus visit to Clemson University be sure to ask for the accommodations you need.

Did you know that students and guests can request accommodations for college tours? 🤔

➡️Under the Americans with Disabilities Act, colleges receiving federal funding must provide "reasonable accommodations" for tours and admissions events. However, navigating the process varies widely among colleges, leaving many feeling excluded and disempowered.

Join us as we delve into the crucial conversation of college accessibility with Annie and Elizabeth Ralston. Elizabeth, an accessibility consultant and parent to a child with hearing loss navigating the college search, shares her insights and experiences.💡

College tours are a pivotal part of the journey to higher education.
Yet, for students and families with disabilities, accessing these tours can present unique challenges.

Head over to our blog to learn more about the importance of accessibility in college tours and admissions. Empower yourself with knowledge and advocate for inclusivity in higher education. 💻
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We've got very helpful tips to share as you prepare for the Palmetto Games! We're one month away from registration closing. Don't wait to sign up!! All info, including an event schedule, can be found at the link in our bio and on our website. CU at the Palmetto Games next month (see what we did there?).

We had the awesome privilege this last weekend to assist a local scout troop in the Upstate area in earning their Disability Awareness merit badge. A group of 9 scouts learned about wheelchair basketball, did an accessibility site visit of two different areas, and talked about person first language/appropriate terminology, among many other things. The scouts enjoyed their time playing an adaptive sport while also learning something new! We love working with community members to create more knowledgeable and supportive disability advocates.

Go Tigers! 🧡🐅💜

Registration is open for 2024 wheelchair basketball summer sports camps!! Space is limited so sign-up soon!

Direct link: https://apps.ideal-logic.com/cuparticipant?key=S2QM-6QBSB_WPG5-2H2G_48ac927691e3

Or go to linktree link in bio.

Want to punch your ticket to the Paralympic Games?? Sign up to study abroad with Clemson University and Clemson Parks, Recreation and Tourism Management. We're excited to head to Paris to support Team USA at the Paralympic Games. Come to one of the info meetings or email us! We hope to have a great group travel with us (but space is limited so don't wait!).

Palmetto Games hotel group block at the Tru by Hilton in Seneca is up and ready for booking! Book by 11:59 pm on March 31 to secure the group rate of $119/night plus tax. More info can be found under Community Programs on our website. Excited to see you at the games this year!!

Booking Link: https://www.hilton.com/en/book/reservation/deeplink/?ctyhocn=CLTCLRU&groupCode=PALM&arrivaldate=2024-04-26&departuredate=2024-04-28&cid=OM,WW,HILTONLINK,EN,DirectLink&fromId=HILTONLINKDIRECT

Tentative Event Schedule for the 2024 Palmetto Games is available!! This is mostly set but may have small changes by event start. Please let us know if you have any questions. We look forward to a great turnout this year.

Any certified recreational therapists with a mental health background looking for a great job opportunity working with veterans? Check out this job at Northeast Passage in New Hampshire. While not the primary focus, adaptive sports is part of this position. There will be a stronger mental health focus around health management, establishing community connections, and self-care/coping. Super cool opportunity with a great organization!

(we can't answer any questions about this position, so please refer to the job posting)

Recreational Therapist Do good work with veterans…develop best practices…Have fun! Northeast Passage is seeking a highly skilled CTRS to join our community-based recreational therapy team in supporting the health and well-being of veterans in NH. Our individualized and strengths-based model of care meets recommendatio...

We are excited to announce our second year of wheelchair basketball sports camp June 30 to July 3, 2024 New this year we are offering an option for day campers! Space is limited in both overnight and day camps, so sign up soon. Registration opens March 1. More details can be found on our website. Link in bio!!

Registration is now open for the 2024 Palmetto Games at Clemson University!!

Click here to register! https://www.simplyregister.net/register/?e=125401

Air Rifle
Swimming
Track & Field

All events are level 2 (qualifiers for Move United Nationals). Field events are level 3. All are welcome: youth and adults, beginners to advanced.

It’s so exciting to see athletes with disabilities having the same opportunities to compete in college athletics as traditional student athletes do. Way to go!

Making history 👏

Paralympic world record holder Ezra Frech will compete under USC Track and Field following Paris 2024!

If you are looking to make any end-of-year donations, please keep Clemson Adaptive Sports in mind. While we have a great working relationship with the university and athletic department, we still have great need of additional supports. We are a grass-roots organization building from the ground up to provide access and opportunity to students and faculty on campus, as well as community members in our area and across the state. 100% of donations go to running our programs (purchasing equipment and jerseys, renting facilities, etc) and getting our athletes to competitions around the country.

We couldn’t do this without you! Thanks for the support.

Go Tigers! 🧡🐅💜

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Exciting times for a new adaptive sport in the United States!

USA Wheelchair Rugby League (USA WhRL) Head Coach - Geoff Mason has chosen his 14-player extended squad that will travel to Myrtle Beach, SC to play two full international matches against Wales Wheelchair RL Friday, February 2nd & Saturday, February 3rd 2024.

USA WhRL Players 2024 (Extended Squad): Jesse Lind (C) • Micah Stewart (VC) • Gabi Cha • Mack Johnson • Chayse Wolf • Bill Johnstone • Andy Kingsley • Tony LeBoutillier • Jabrier Lee • Freddie Smith • Justin Hall • Lisa Maddox • David Roemhildt• Devin Perry

USA WhRL Staff 2024: Geoff Mason (Head Coach) • Tremaine O’Neal (Assistant Coach) • Jasmine Townsend (Team Manager) • Mary Slover (Team Physio) • Peter Garlando (USA WhRL Referee) • Kay Kingsley (Media Manager) • Andrew Corbett (Photographer) • Scott Fowler (Videographer)

This will be the first world-ranking matches that Wales Rugby League has ever played in the Americas, the first time that the Wales Wheelchair side has ever played outside of Britain and France, the first Wheelchair international matches to be played in the Americas and the first two international rugby league matches planned anywhere in the world in 2024. The matches will be the main event at the inaugural “The Beers of America – Adaptive Sports Festival” in conjunction with Visit Myrtle Beach Tourism.

USA head coach Geoff Mason can't wait to host the Welsh. He said: "USA WhRL looks forward to matching ourselves against the internationally third-ranked, Wales Wheelchair RL. As pool opponents in the last Rugby League World Cup, we had a tremendous battle with them and anticipate another memorable clash.”

Jasmine Townsend, the newly appointed USA team manager, who was present for at last year's World Cup, adds: "We are excited to have a rematch against Wales Wheelchair RL in Myrtle Beach this winter. It will be a challenge playing the third-ranked team again; but one that we are looking forward to."

Visit Myrtle Beach, South Carolina

We’re gearing up for the 2024 Palmetto Games. So mark your calendars! We can’t wait to see everyone there.

Check out this great information for gaining supports while in college!

Students with physical disabilities may need a Personal Care Attendant (PCA) to support and assist them in college. Unlike high schools, colleges do not provide PCAs, or para-educators. This presentation will cover the role of the university, identifying and understanding the students’ needs, and challenges they may face.

Please join us at 7 p.m. EST on Wednesday, Nov. 29 for “Going to College with a Personal Care Attendant,” part of our Accessible College Series, with guest speakers Annie Tulkin, MS, Founder and Director of Accessible College, LLC; and Adrienne Frumberg, M.A., Independent College Counselor, Founder, Lighthouse Guidance. Register today: https://ptcbio.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_uW849gkIShuLhP8DVToqdw #/registration