Athlete Spotlight: Octavio We are proud to share stories with you, such as Octavio’s, whose world shifted after joining Northwest Association for Blind Athletes (NWABA). As Octavio’s teacher, Brittany Valicoff, says, “Octavio’s confidence
NWABA’s Inaugural Hockey Experience 2019 How much do 28 hockey players who are blind and visually impaired weigh? Enough to break the ice and make NWABA’s inaugural hockey experience in Tacoma, WA a success! On
NWABA’s Inagural Weekend Winter Camp 2019 Twelve campers between the ages of 12 and 15 who are blind and visually impaired traveled to Ghormley Meadows in Naches, WA for NWABA’s inaugural weekend winter camp from Friday,
Prateek’s Path to NWABA (Part 1) Beads of sweat roll down his face as he listens to the birds sing among the trees. With each step, Prateek glides his trekking poles across the trail to feel
Prateek’s Advocacy (Part 2) While boarding a crowded bus on his way to meet up with NWABA, Prateek seizes the opportunity. He’s decked out in snow gear, with a snowboard in one hand and
A Guide to Goalball Gameplay: History, Rules and Court Overview Goalball, like others sports that have been created or adapted for individuals with disabilities, is a silent sport where participants attempt to roll a ball with bells into an
Northwest Association for Blind Athletes to host Adventure Awaits Dinner & Auction on Saturday, October 13th FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Billy Henry, Founder/Executive Director Northwest Association for Blind Athletes 311 West Evergreen Blvd, Ste. 200 Vancouver, Washington 98660 Toll Free: 1-800-880-9837 https://nwaba.org bhenry@nwaba.org Northwest Association for