Message from Executive Director:

Friends,

With Memorial Day having passed last weekend, I continue to reflect on the true meaning of this important holiday.

For me, Memorial Day is especially personal. I come from a family with relatives who have served in the military dating back to the American Revolution. Their commitment to service, along with the sacrifices made by countless others throughout our nation’s history, reminds me that the freedoms we enjoy today have been secured by generations willing to answer the call to serve.

For many of us, Memorial Day marks the unofficial start of summer, bringing family gatherings, celebrations, and time with loved ones. Those moments are worth enjoying, but Memorial Day is also a day of remembrance.

It is a time to honor the men and women of our armed forces who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. We remember those who never returned home and whose courage helped preserve the freedoms we enjoy today.

At SoCal Adaptive Sports, that message carries special meaning. We are privileged to serve veterans among our athletes, volunteers, and supporters. Their resilience, determination, and spirit remind us that service takes many forms and that sacrifice often extends far beyond the battlefield.

Memorial Day also challenges us to consider how we live our own lives.

One meaningful way to honor those who gave so much is by building stronger, more inclusive communities—places where every person is valued, barriers are removed, and people of all abilities have opportunities to participate, belong, and thrive.

That is what I witness throughout our programs every week.

I see athletes encouraging one another, families finding support, volunteers giving their time, coaches investing in others, and donors creating opportunities. Together, you help build a community that reflects the very best of service.

As we move into the summer months—with continued growth in boccia, wheelchair softball, wheelchair football, and other programs—I hope we carry the spirit of Memorial Day with us. Let us remember those who served, honor those who sacrificed, and continue creating opportunities for connection, dignity, and joy through sports.

Thank you for being part of that mission.

With gratitude,

Chris Allen
Executive Director

SoCal Adaptive Sports

Amigos,

Ahora que el Día de los Caídos (Memorial Day) pasó el fin de semana pasado, sigo reflexionando sobre el verdadero significado de esta importante conmemoración.

Para mí, el Día de los Caídos es especialmente personal. Provengo de una familia con parientes que han servido en las fuerzas armadas desde la época de la Revolución Americana. Su compromiso con el servicio, junto con los sacrificios realizados por innumerables personas a lo largo de la historia de nuestra nación, me recuerda que las libertades que disfrutamos hoy han sido aseguradas por generaciones dispuestas a responder al llamado de servir.

Para muchos de nosotros, el Día de los Caídos marca el inicio no oficial del verano, trayendo reuniones familiares, celebraciones y tiempo con nuestros seres queridos. Esos momentos merecen disfrutarse, pero el Día de los Caídos también es un día de recuerdo.

Es un momento para honrar a los hombres y mujeres de nuestras fuerzas armadas que hicieron el máximo sacrificio al servicio de nuestro país. Recordamos a quienes nunca regresaron a casa y cuyo valor ayudó a preservar las libertades que disfrutamos hoy.

En SoCal Adaptive Sports, ese mensaje tiene un significado especial. Tenemos el privilegio de servir a veteranos entre nuestros atletas, voluntarios y colaboradores. Su resiliencia, determinación y espíritu nos recuerdan que el servicio adopta muchas formas y que el sacrificio a menudo se extiende mucho más allá del campo de batalla.

El Día de los Caídos también nos desafía a considerar cómo vivimos nuestras propias vidas.

Una forma significativa de honrar a quienes dieron tanto es construir comunidades más fuertes e inclusivas: lugares donde cada persona sea valorada, se eliminen las barreras y las personas de todas las capacidades tengan oportunidades para participar, pertenecer y prosperar.

Eso es lo que veo en nuestros programas cada semana.

Veo a atletas animándose mutuamente, familias encontrando apoyo, voluntarios ofreciendo su tiempo, entrenadores invirtiendo en los demás y donantes creando oportunidades. Juntos, ayudan a construir una comunidad que refleja lo mejor del espíritu de servicio.

Mientras avanzamos hacia los meses de verano, con el crecimiento continuo del boccia, el sóftbol en silla de ruedas, el fútbol americano en silla de ruedas y otros programas, espero que llevemos con nosotros el espíritu del Día de los Caídos. Recordemos a quienes sirvieron, honremos a quienes se sacrificaron y sigamos creando oportunidades de conexión, dignidad y alegría a través del deporte.

Gracias por ser parte de esa misión.

Con gratitud,

Chris Allen
Director Ejecutivo
SoCal Adaptive Sports 

Help us create opportunities for athletes of all abilities.

Ayúdanos a crear oportunidades para atletas de todas las habilidades.

SoCal Adaptive Sports x Lake Elsinore Storm Baseball Game

We’re excited to spotlight our friends at the Lake Elsinore Storm! This summer, we’ll be teaming up for an exciting baseball fundraiser. Join us Sunday, June 14, 2026 in the city of Lake Elsinore. Each ticket includes free parking + a $5 food voucher. Bring your crew and support a great cause. Get your tickets now! 

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June is officially here and we’re excited to celebrate adaptive sports, inclusion, and community this month and every month. We have a sport for EveryBody to enjoy. Come be part of our welcoming community where athletes of all ages and abilities are encouraged to participate, connect, and thrive. Join us and discover the power of Adaptive Sports!

Exciting news! Wheelchair Softball is returning to Anaheim on June 6 from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM. This fun and inclusive event is open to individuals of all abilities. This is a great opportunity to stay active, enjoy friendly competition, and connect with others in our community. Registration is just $5, so sign up today and join us for an exciting day of Wheelchair Softball!

June Registration

 

Our Adaptive Youth Allstars Summer Camp is returning to Riverside this summer! Important message: our Riverside Summer camp will now be held at Reid Park. Weekly registration is now open for our June–July sessions at just $10-$20 per week. This program welcomes participants of All Abilities, Ages 4-17. In our Summer program, we will offer a variety of learning experiences through Adaptive Sports, arts and crafts, games, friendship, and more! Don’t miss out on an unforgettable summer. Register today and join the fun!

Sneak Peak for our Summer Day at the Lake event!! Join us for A Day at the Lake with Rim Special Athletes this summer! We'll meet at Lake Arrowhead for a fun day of water activities, and everything to kick off the summer right. 

Register Now:

Wheelchair Softball in Anaheim, CA

We had an incredible turnout with our Wheelchair Softball crew! This is what Adaptive Sports is all about—bringing people together, breaking barriers, and creating a strong community where everyone belongs. The energy and teamwork on the field remind us why we do what we do. We can't wait to see everyone again at our June session for more fun!

Adaptive Archery at Robin Hood in Indio, CA

We had a successful month, filled with growth, achievement, and unforgettable memories with our archery family. We want to thank all of our athletes, family members, caregivers, and coaches for their continued support and dedication. Your encouragement helps create opportunities where athletes can develop new skills and discover what’s possible. Thank you for being part of the journey and let’s keep aiming high. Let’s go, Archery! 

Adaptive Bowling at Fantasy Springs in Indio, CA

Boccia in Riverside, CA

We believe in the power of collaboration in leveling the playing field and truly bringing about societal inclusion. That's why we're listing these events and also websites of our friends who are doing phenomenal work!  Please visit below and click on the links to find out more.

Creemos en el poder de la colaboración para igualar las condiciones de juego y lograr una verdadera inclusión social. ¡Por eso estamos enumerando estos eventos y también los sitios web de nuestros amigos que están haciendo un trabajo fenomenal! Visite a continuación y haga clic en los enlaces para obtener más información.

Beat the Heat with Casa Colina in Glenora, CA

Our founder, Mike Rosenkrantz, had the incredible honor of leading Boccia at the Beat the Heat event with Casa Colina. We had the opportunity to meet so many amazing athletes, share smiles, and enjoy some friendly competition throughout the day. A huge thank you to Casa Colina for this wonderful opportunity, and a special shout out to our good friend Carl for helping make the day even more memorable!

SoCal Adaptive Sports x OCHub.ai Survey

We’d greatly appreciate you taking our quick survey and sharing your experience to help us continue improving our programs and services. A special thank you to our partner, OCHub.ai, for supporting our mission. OCHub.ai connects injured and disabled individuals with trusted, disability-inclusive services and mobility solutions, helping create greater access and independence for our community.

We are growing our Inland Regional Center programs, including self-determination, and continue to offer 1:1 and small group coaching and workouts.  If you'd like to take part and/or participate in any of our programs, please have SoCal Adaptive Sports assigned by your Regional Center Community Services Coordinator (CSC). Our Vendor number is PJ5601. We are open to many different modalities for bringing adaptive sports and physical, social, and emotional health to everyBODY!

Estamos ampliando nuestros programas del Inland Regional Center y seguimos ofreciendo entrenamiento y rutinas individuales y en grupos pequeños. Si desea participar y/o ya participa en alguno de nuestros programas, solicite a su Coordinador de Servicios Comunitarios del Centro Regional (CSC) que asigne a SoCal Adaptive Sports. Nuestro número de proveedor es PJ5601. ¡Estamos abiertos a muchas modalidades diferentes para llevar el deporte adaptado y la salud física, social y emocional a TODOS!

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Part-time Coaches & Volunteer Leaders

(Please send an email to chris@socaladaptivesports.org with a cover letter and resume indicating which position you are applying for.  Chris will also be happy to send you a complete job description.)

(Por favor, envíe un correo electrónico a chris@socaladaptivesports.org con una carta de presentación y un currículum indicando para qué puesto está solicitando. Chris también estará encantado de enviarle una descripción completa del trabajo.)

Coach

As an adaptive sports coach, you'll leverage your passion for sports and strong communication skills to create an inclusive environment for athletes with varying abilities. You'll develop tailored training programs, facilitate engaging activities, and foster teamwork and confidence among participants, ensuring everyone feels valued and empowered. Your role will involve actively promoting inclusivity, adapting strategies to meet individual needs, and encouraging personal growth. Your love for sports and ability to connect with others will be essential in making a positive impact in the lives of the athletes you will coach. 

Entrenador

Como entrenador de deportes adaptados, aprovecharás tu pasión por el deporte y tus sólidas habilidades de comunicación para crear un entorno inclusivo para atletas con diversas habilidades. Desarrollarás programas de entrenamiento personalizados, facilitarás actividades dinámicas y fomentarás el trabajo en equipo y la confianza entre los participantes, asegurando que todos se sientan valorados y empoderados. Tu función implicará promover activamente la inclusión, adaptar estrategias para satisfacer las necesidades individuales y alentar el crecimiento personal. Tu amor por el deporte y tu capacidad para conectar con los demás serán esenciales para generar un impacto positivo en la vida de los atletas a los que entrenes.

Personalized Adaptive Sports Coaching with Coach Mike

We are so excited to be offering individual and small-group adaptive sports sessions! Coach Mike will be leading these fun, personalized sessions for athletes of all ages and abilities. Each session is designed to be flexible, family-friendly, and tailored to support every athlete’s goals. Reach out to learn more or get started! Contact mike@socaladaptivesports.org

We’re gearing up for our very first IncrediBOWL Adaptive & Special Needs Bowling Tournament this Summer 2026 and we’re looking for amazing sponsors to help bring this unforgettable day to life. Join us in creating a joyful, empowering event that proves sports are for Every Ability. EveryBODY.
For sponsorship opportunities, contact Chris@socaladaptivesports.org