Hometown: Sturgeon County How were you introduced to the sport? My teammate Annika and my brother convinced me to come out to the summer drop in sessions and give the game a try. Are you involved in any other sports? Jr. High Track and Field Pregame meal? A Smoothie! What is your favorite memory playing … Continue reading Athlete Spotlight – Katie Bajema
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Athlete Spotlight – Anikka Cassidy
Hometown: Calgary, Alberta How were you introduced to the sport? I started wheelchair track at the end of my senior year in high school. I got sick at 15, and after being an elite athlete for eight years, I thought my life was over. After hearing that I started wheelchair track. My family friend and … Continue reading Athlete Spotlight – Anikka Cassidy
Athlete Spotlight – Sydney Poapst
Hometown: Stettler How were you introduced to the sport? I’ve played standup basketball pretty much my whole life but then I tore both of my ACL’s in high school. My mom rented the chairs from Ross for her gym classes so after I had my first knee surgery a few years ago she thought I … Continue reading Athlete Spotlight – Sydney Poapst
Athlete Spotlight – Jayna Doll
Hometown: Camrose, AB How were you introduced to the sport? I was introduced to wheelchair basketball at a young age. My older sister, who has spina bifida, and brother both started playing before me. I hopped in a chair when I was 8 years old and never looked back. Are you involved in any other … Continue reading Athlete Spotlight – Jayna Doll
Athlete Spotlight – Saheed Alawiye
Hometown: Airdrie How were you introduced to the sport? I went to a sports event at age six, played basketball, enjoyed it and stuck with it. Are you involved in any other sports? Yes I also take part in wheelchair racing. My events are 100m, 200m, and 400m. Any pregame superstitions/rituals? On the court? Having … Continue reading Athlete Spotlight – Saheed Alawiye
Giving Tuesday – A Global Day of Giving
A message from WSA’s Executive Director and President Jen Sales – Executive Director “Today is #GivingTuesday, a global day of gratitude and giving back. Please join us and give – whether it’s your time, a donation, or the power of your voice in the community – to support the causes you care about. Our high-performance program is … Continue reading Giving Tuesday – A Global Day of Giving