Boise State’s Adaptive Athletics program is not just changing the game – it’s opening doors, building community and creating meaningful opportunities for student-athletes with disabilities.
Featured recently in a KTVB video story, the Adaptive Athletics program shines a spotlight on the growing movement to make competitive sports accessible to all students, regardless of physical ability. With a growing roster of athletes, enthusiastic campus support, and guidance from faculty and staff in the College of Health Sciences and Department of Kinesiology, the program is helping Boise State stand out as a leader in access and innovation.
The program currently supports opportunities in wheelchair basketball and adaptive tennis, giving students the chance to compete at a collegiate level while also benefiting from the camaraderie, structure and wellness that athletics can provide. Many participants say that adaptive athletics has allowed them to not only pursue their passion for sports, but also build lasting friendships, grow their confidence, and become part of the vibrant Boise State community.
As highlighted in the KTVB feature, student-athletes, coaches and faculty speak passionately about the personal and campus-wide impact of the program. “We’re providing a space where students can compete, belong and thrive,” Steve Baxter, director of Boise State Adaptive Athletics said. “It’s about far more than just the sport – it’s about inclusion, opportunity and connection.”
Adaptive Athletics is open to all Boise State students with physical disabilities who are interested in joining a supportive team environment. The program continues to expand and welcomes students, donors and community partners who want to get involved or help support the growing program.
For more information, visit the Boise State Adaptive Athletics website.