About BlazeSports
BlazeSports America is the legacy of the 1996 Atlanta Paralympic Games. Our mission is to change the lives of individuals with physical disabilities through adaptive sports and recreation.
We serve youth, adults, veterans, and active military with disabilities including spina bifida, spinal cord injury, traumatic brain injury, cerebral palsy, dwarfism, amputations, and visual impairments, as well as veterans with PTSD and PTS.
Our programs provide our community with the opportunity to increase physical activity, create new friendships, develop new skills, increase independence and experience success in school and employment.
Blaze Happenings
Big Peach Slam Jam
January 2nd – 4th, 2026
The 10th Annual Big Peach Slam Jam returns in 2026—celebrating a decade of premier wheelchair basketball competition, featuring top teams from across the nation.
Veteran Indoor Sports
Mondays
This weekly program is designed for veterans who are interested in low-impact sports while building their strength and friendships.
Youth Sports
Participate or get involved in one of our many sport and recreation programs for kids and teens with physical disabilities.
Wheelchair Basketball
The BlazeSports Jr. Hawks wheelchair basketball program offers both competitive and recreational experiences, allowing athletes to develop skills, build confidence, and enjoy the game.
Wheelchair Tennis
The BlazeSports Wheelchair Tennis program allows athletes of all levels—from beginner to advanced—to build skills in chair movement, swing technique, and more.
Veteran Sports
We’re passionate that sports and recreation are integral to the community reintegration process, post-injury or post-traumatic event.
Indoor Sports
Monday Afternoons
The BlazeSports Veteran Indoor Sports Program is designed for veterans who are interested in low-impact sports while building their strength and friendships.
CrossFit
Wednesday Evenings
The BlazeSports CrossFit program uses everyday movements that can be modified for any fitness level—perfect for beginners or experienced athletes.
Donate
BlazeSports America is only able to operate because of people like you who believe in the power of adaptive sports for youth and veterans with physical disabilities. Consider making a tax-deductible donation to BlazeSports today.
Ready to Join Blaze?
Become a Youth Member
The annual youth membership fee allows participants the opportunity to participate in an unlimited number of BlazeSports America programs each year.
Become a Veteran Member
The annual free veteran membership allows our Veteran participants to access an unlimited number of BlazeSports America programs each year.
BlazeSports in the News
Here’s the latest from BlazeSports and our amazing athletes.
Laureus: BlazeSports Fosters Inclusive Environments
Discover how BlazeSports fosters inclusive environments for athletes, an article by Laureus Sport for Good USA.
Thank You to Our Partners
