We’re stepping into the spotlight once again this National Wheelchair Basketball Week, this time focusing on a rising star on the court – Katie Bajema. As part of our special coverage, we caught up with Darrell Nordell, the Head Coach of Team Alberta Wheelchair Basketball, to give us an inside perspective on Bajema’s journey in … Continue reading Wheelchair Basketball Week: Coach Nordell’s High Praise for Athlete Katie Bajema
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Wheelchair Basketball Week: Anikka Cassidy
Meet Anikka Cassidy, originally from Calgary, Alberta and currently residing in Champaign, Illinois. Cassidy’s dedication to the sport is evidenced by her commitment both to the sport itself and to her teams, both in Alberta and at the University of Illinois. “I am relieved I still get to play with my original team [Alberta] as … Continue reading Wheelchair Basketball Week: Anikka Cassidy
Wheelchair Basketball Week: Nik Goncin
Celebrating National Wheelchair Basketball Week, we shine the spotlight on a dedicated player within our sporting family—Nik Goncin; A seasoned Team Canada player and a member of The Calgary Rollers. Goncin’s journey in wheelchair basketball began in 2008 and quickly snowballed into an international career. After losing his leg, he didn’t have much interest in … Continue reading Wheelchair Basketball Week: Nik Goncin
Wheelchair Basketball Week: Reed De’Aeth
As National Wheelchair Basketball Week 2023 (#WBWeek23) gets underway, we commence our series of highlights by featuring Team Alberta and Senior Men’s National Team Athlete, Reed De’Aeth. De’Aeth’s journey in wheelchair basketball was sparked in 2016 when Darrell Nordell introduced him to the sport at a Para Athlete search event in Calgary. His trajectory was … Continue reading Wheelchair Basketball Week: Reed De’Aeth
Athlete Spotlight: Celebrating Kurt Timmons and his Wheelchair Rugby Journey
Wheelchair Sports Alberta (WSA) is thrilled to congratulate one of our very own Alberta athletes, Kurt Timmons, on his incredible accomplishment of being selected for the 2023/24 Wheelchair Rugby Canada National Team Pool. Joining the ranks of 23 elite athletes, Kurt is currently training for the opportunity to represent Canada and secure a spot on … Continue reading Athlete Spotlight: Celebrating Kurt Timmons and his Wheelchair Rugby Journey
Red Deer Reapers: Making an Impact in Alberta
The Red Deer Reapers is a brand new wheelchair rugby team in Alberta that has been making waves in the community. We had the opportunity to speak with Gerry Kress, the founder of the team, to learn more about their journey and the impact they’re making. Gerry Kress, who has previous experience setting up clubs, … Continue reading Red Deer Reapers: Making an Impact in Alberta