News
Check out all of the latest happenings with Sportable below. From upcoming events, press releases, and Sportable in the News!
Sportable Volunteer Embarks on Cross-Country Ride
Sportable is proud to be named the beneficiary of the Kon-Tiki Challenge, a 4,500-mile, coast to coast, bikepacking adventure from Washington to Maine. Sportable Cycling volunteer Dan Schmitt will embark on the solo, unsupported ride on May 21 with a goal to raise $100,000 to benefit Sportable’s mission of making sports accessible and inclusive in RVA. To accept the Kon-Tiki Challenge and join the ride virtually, register now at Sportable.org.
Sportable Volunteer Embarks on Cross-Country Ride
Sportable is proud to be named the beneficiary of the Kon-Tiki Challenge, a 4,500-mile, coast to coast, bikepacking adventure from Washington to Maine. Sportable Cycling volunteer Dan Schmitt will embark on the solo, unsupported ride on May 21 with a goal to raise $100,000 to benefit Sportable’s mission of making sports accessible and inclusive in RVA. To accept the Kon-Tiki Challenge and join the ride virtually, register now at Sportable.org.
Renew Your Sportable Membership for Access to Exclusive Benefits
It’s time to renew your Sportable membership and we’ve added some great benefits you won’t want to miss!
Sportable Launches New Wellness Initiatives
Sportable is proud to launch the new Sportable WINS program, promoting health and wellness initiatives for individuals with disabilities.
Top 5 Reasons You Don’t Want to Miss the RVA Adaptive Sports Festival
These are the Top 5 highlights you won’t want to miss at the RVA Adaptive Sports Festival.
Sportable and DBVI Present The No Barriers Life with Erik Weihenmayer March 26
Sportable, in partnership with The Richmond Forum, is proud to host an exclusive simulcast event of “The No Barriers Life” keynote address from blind adventurer, Erik Weihenmayer. The event is presented by the Virginia Department for the Blind and Vision Impaired.
Sportable Will Honor Longtime Coach Jimmy May Saturday
When the Sportable Rim Riders take the court this weekend at the River City Classic, an iconic fixture in wheelchair basketball will take the helm for the last time in RVA.
Top 8 Spring Programs You Don’t Want to Miss!
From goalball to kayaking, cycling to swimming, the spring slate of Sportable programs has something for everyone! Whether you want to play for fun or are searching for a competitive team, check out these eight new programs kicking off this spring and register now at Sportable.org.
Sportable Hosts Golf Tournament May 16
Sportable is proud to host the eighth annual Wayne Samford Memorial Golf Tournament presented by SouthState on Monday, May 16, 2022 at Hunting Hawk Golf Club in Glen Allen, Virginia. Proceeds will directly benefit Sportable’s mission to make adaptive sports accessible throughout the greater Richmond area. Registration is available now at Sportable.org.
Sportable Hosts River City Classic March 12-13
Sportable is proud to announce the return of the River City Classic presented by the Paralyzed Veterans of America Mid-Atlantic Chapter March 12-13, 2022. Hosted by the Sportable Rim Riders, the adult wheelchair basketball tournament will feature a dozen Division II and Division III teams from across the east coast at RockIt Sports in Richmond, VA.
Burch, Marchiano Selected to 2022 USA Low-Point Wheelchair Rugby Practice Squad
Sportable is proud to announce that two members of the Sportable Possums Wheelchair Rugby team, Josh Burch and Mandy Marchanio, have been selected to the inaugural USA Low-Point Wheelchair Rugby practice squad.