BlazeSports America

06/04/2026

🚨 Volunteers Needed for the 6th Annual Peachtree Paragames!
Sign up: bit.ly/ppgvolunteer

Volunteers are needed on Saturday, June 13th to help make this incredible event a success! From supporting athletes and assisting with event operations to greeting participants and cheering on competitors, volunteers are a vital part of what makes this weekend so special.

Your time and energy will make a lasting impact. Join us for an exciting day of adaptive sports, competition, and community. Sign up for a volunteer slot today!

06/04/2026

🏈 BlazeSports Wheelchair Football Team Tryouts this Saturday, June 6th! All adults (18+) are welcome. Register for tryouts here: https://bit.ly/blazefootballtryouts

Ready to take the field?

The USA Wheelchair Football League (USAWFL) is hosting tryouts across the country this June. Whether you're looking to play for the first time or join a local team, there's an opportunity near you.

🏈 June Tryout Dates:
• BlazeSports (Atlanta, GA) – Saturday, June 6th
• Hillsborough County Adaptive Sports (Tampa, FL) – Saturday, June 6th
• Lakeshore Foundation (Homewood, AL) – Saturday, June 6th
• RISE Adaptive (Irving, TX) – Saturday, June 6th
• Ability360 (Phoenix, AZ) – Tuesday, June 9th
• Las Vegas Parks and Recreation Adaptive (Las Vegas, NV) – Saturday, June 20th
• Great Lakes Adaptive Sports Association (GLASA) (Lake Forest, IL) – Tuesday, June 23rd
• Wounded Warriors Abilities Ranch (WWAR) (St. Petersburg, FL) – Friday, June 26th
• Angel City Sports (Torrance, CA) – Saturday, June 27th
• Midwest Adaptive Sports (Kansas City, MO) – Saturday, June 27th

The league, conducted by Move United, provides athletes with physical disabilities the opportunity to compete, build skills, and be part of a team.

The USAWFL is made possible in part by an NFL - Bob Woodruff Foundation Salute to Service partnership grant. Find a tryout near you and learn more: link in the comments!

06/03/2026

BlazeSports is excited to host Olympic & Paralympic Clinics at this year’s Peachtree Paragames!

On June 12th and 13th, attendees will have the opportunity to connect with several Olympians and Paralympians through free, interactive clinics, meet and greets, and exciting activities across the two-day event.

This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to learn directly from elite athletes, hear their inspiring stories, and create unforgettable moments. You won’t want to miss it!

Register for the clinics:
🎯 Archery: bit.ly/archeryclinicPPG
🏃 Track: bit.ly/trackclinicPPG
🏋 Weightlifting: bit.ly/weightliftingPPG

06/02/2026

Join us for a morning of active play and big smiles at the 6th Annual Toddler Games! As part of the Peachtree Paragames, Toddler Games & Play Day welcomes children ages 2–6, with and without disabilities, for a fun-filled celebration of movement and inclusion.

Young athletes will enjoy free activities like the foam javelin throw, long jump, and 60-meter dash in a supportive, welcoming environment. After the activities, families can stay for Play Day featuring open play, a complimentary lunch, and community resources.

Join us next Saturday, June 13, from 10 AM to 12 PM at Holy Innocents’ Episcopal School. Registration is open, come be part of the fun! bit.ly/toddlergames26

06/02/2026

06/01/2026

🏈 Ready to make history? Join BlazeSports for our FIRST Wheelchair Football Team Tryouts this Saturday, June 6th! Our certified coach will lead athletes through drills and evaluations as we build our newest team. All adults (18+) are welcome. Come out, compete, and be part of something exciting!

Register for tryouts here: https://bit.ly/blazefootballtryouts

05/30/2026

What an incredible way to kick off Summer 2026!

We had an amazing turnout for our first wheelchair basketball camp of Summer 2026. It was awesome to see so many new and returning athletes out on the court learning new skills, competing, and having fun together.

Missed out on this session? Join us for our next two in June and July! Register below:
🏀 June Camp: bit.ly/junebballcamp
🏀 July Camp: bit.ly/julybballcamp

05/29/2026

Our Wheelchair Basketball Camps start tomorrow, and we can’t wait to see everyone back on the court! Whether you’re a returning athlete looking to sharpen your skills or trying wheelchair basketball for the very first time, these camps are the perfect place to learn, have fun, and be a part of a welcoming community.

🏀 Register today: https://bit.ly/maybballcamp

🏀 Our Wheelchair Basketball Summer Camps are back! Open to athletes ages 6 and up, this three-part summer series takes place May 30th, June 27th, and July 24th–25th, giving athletes multiple opportunities to build skills, grow confidence, and have fun on the court.

Join us for the first session on Saturday, May 30th at St. James UMC from 10 AM – 3 PM. Whether you’re new to the sport or a returning athlete, attendees will enjoy drills, scrimmages, and teamwork in a fun, inclusive environment.

Register for the May camp today! https://bit.ly/maybballcamp

05/27/2026

Senior Spotlight: Najee Smothers, Class of 2026 🔥

Najee has been part of the BlazeSports family for the past 8 years, making an impact both on and off the court through basketball, tennis, and track and field. Throughout his time with BlazeSports, Najee has grown into a strong leader, learning the value of patience, perseverance, and leading as both an athlete and teammate.

One of Najee’s proudest accomplishments is winning a silver medal for Team USA Handball at just 17 years old. Najee plans to attend Southwest Minnesota State University, where he will continue his wheelchair basketball career.

One of Najee’s favorite Blaze memories was hitting a half-court buzzer be**er at the beginning of his senior year, a moment filled with excitement that perfectly captures his passion for the game. Najee can be described as athletic, passionate, and a natural leader, bringing energy and determination to everything he does on the court.

We are incredibly proud of Najee and cannot wait to see all he accomplishes as he continues to chase his goals and inspire others along the way. Go Mustangs!

05/27/2026