NORTH TEXAS WHEELCHAIR BASKETBALL CONFERENCE
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Target demographics: The disabled youth population of North Texas will be positively impacted by this program. The organizational focal point is Kids; Kids - who have and are overcoming life challenges. Kids - who just need a support group to encourage, assist and problem-solve with them the unique challenges of growing up with a disability. Kids - who by the nature of their disability and cognitive strengths are unique and live somewhat isolated until a child with similar challenges is identified. Kids - who due to their disability and economic situation need opportunities to rise above their circumstances.
Geographic areas served: North Texas, Dallas, Forth Worth, Texas
Mission:
Our mission is to offer a competitive and recreational atmosphere in which children with disabilities can have a happier and healthier lifestyle.
The Dallas Junior Wheelchair Mavericks use basketball to develop sportsmanship, social competence, and the self-confidence necessary for children and teens with physical challenges to be dynamic members of their community.
The Dallas Junior Wheelchair Mavericks use basketball to develop sportsmanship, social competence, and the self-confidence necessary for children and teens with physical challenges to be dynamic members of their community.
Results:
The Dallas Junior Wheelchair Mavericks is one of the largest wheelchair basketball programs in the Nation and is run by an all volunteer staff.
The teams have received the following
honors/achievements
2012
The Ed Owen Coach of the Year Award - 2012 Coach JT
Dr. Robert Szyman Leadership Award - 2012 Coach Michelle
2011
National Wheelchair Basketball Championship Tournament - JNIT Division 2011 Champions
National Wheelchair Basketball Championship Tournament - Prep Division 2011 - Champions
The Courage Center Award of Merit for Outstanding Leadership - 2011 Coach Michelle Coach
The Courage Center Award of Merit for Outstanding Leadership - 2011 Coach JT
2010
National Wheelchair Basketball Championship Tournament - JNIT Division 2010 Champions
The teams have received the following
honors/achievements
2012
The Ed Owen Coach of the Year Award - 2012 Coach JT
Dr. Robert Szyman Leadership Award - 2012 Coach Michelle
2011
National Wheelchair Basketball Championship Tournament - JNIT Division 2011 Champions
National Wheelchair Basketball Championship Tournament - Prep Division 2011 - Champions
The Courage Center Award of Merit for Outstanding Leadership - 2011 Coach Michelle Coach
The Courage Center Award of Merit for Outstanding Leadership - 2011 Coach JT
2010
National Wheelchair Basketball Championship Tournament - JNIT Division 2010 Champions
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Anita E.
10/25/12
My son is has been a wheelchair user since the age of 3. Not until the age of 7 when he joined The Dallas Jr Wheelchair Mavericks did he began to push himself in his wheelchair. First Season he started pushing himself. Second Season in practice he was able to push half court. Now into the Third ...
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