FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact:
Billy Henry, Executive Director
Northwest Association for Blind Athletes
500 W. 8TH Street, Suite 50
Vancouver, Washington 98660
Local Phone: 1-360-448-7254
Toll Free: 1-800-880-9837
https://nwaba.org
billy@nwaba.org
Northwest Association for Blind Athletes, Montana School for the Deaf and Blind, and U.S. Paralympics to host 2012 Paralympic Experience in Great Falls, Montana
Vancouver, Washington – March 20, 2012—The Northwest Association for Blind Athletes (NWABA) announced today that it will be hosting a 2012 Paralympic Experience in Great Falls, Montana in conjunction with Montana School for the Deaf and Blind, and U.S. Paralympics, a division of the U.S. Olympic Committee. The event is scheduled for March 24th.
“We are very excited to announce our Paralympic experience for students who are blind and visually impaired. This event will introduce students to several different sports, and give them the opportunity to learn more about the Paralympic games” said Executive Director Billy Henry
“The Paralympic Experience program encourages physical fitness and overall well-being for individuals with physical and visual disabilities, and we are thrilled to be working with Northwest Association for Blind Athletes (NWABA) on this initiative,” said Charlie Huebner, USOC Chief of Paralympics. “Research shows that individuals with physical and visual disabilities who participate in physical activity are healthier, more successful in school, have great access to employment opportunities and have an enhanced quality of life.”
For more information on the Northwest Association for Blind Athletes, please contact Billy Henry at 1-360-448-7254, or visit www.nwaba.org
About NWABA:
Northwest Association for Blind Athletes (NWABA) is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization. It was formed on May 5TH, 2007 by a group of blind and visually impaired youth. The mission of NWABA is to provide opportunities for blind and visually impaired persons to become engaged in physical activity and sports. We will provide scholarships and host events to build confidence and physical fitness. The confidence gained from sports will inspire athletes to follow their dreams in life and in sports. The organization provides life-changing sports opportunities to approximately 1,000 individuals of all ages and ability levels who are blind and visually impaired in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Montana.
About U.S. Paralympics:
U.S. Paralympics, a division of the U.S. Olympic Committee, is dedicated to becoming the world leader in the Paralympic sports movement and to promoting excellence in the lives of persons with physical disabilities. Visit the U.S. Paralympics Web site at www.usparalympics.org.
For information: https://nwaba.orgor
Contact: billy@nwaba.org
Phone: 1-360-448-7254
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