Wheelchair football is a new and exciting sport. Wheelchair football is competitive and fast-paced, team sport. Participating in this program can build teamwork, dedication, and resilience. This is your opportunity to learn more about football, improve your skills, and meet other teammates that love the sport of football.

Who can participate in wheelchair football?

Anyone, youth and adult, who has a mobility challenge. This program is co-ed.

• Spina bifida
• Spinal cord injury
• Cerebral palsy
• Congenital limb issues
• Amputations
• Leg length discrepancy
• Short stature
• Muscular dystrophy
• Parkinson’s disease
• Multiple sclerosis
• Motor dyspraxia
• Limited range of motion
• Balance issues
• Post stroke
• Blind and visual impairment

Eligibility and Criteria:

• Youth and Adult
• Co-ed
• Designed for individuals with physical disabilities or mobility impairments
• Participants must be able to follow directions from the lead facilitator. 
  • If participants need assistance with following directions, a support staff must attend and assist the individual at the program.
  • If you need assistance finding support, please contact STAR. We may have 1:1 mentors available. 
• Participants will be held to the STAR Center Code of Conduct

What to expect at Wheelchair Football?

Athletes will get the opportunity to improve their throwing and catching skills! We will work on learning football positions, creating cuts, and making special plays. Each practice will consist of working on developmental skills and will end in game play. Adaptations and modifications are available.