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Chapter 11

Chapter 11. Competitive Sports. Sports for Persons with Disabilities. Limited media coverage Disability sport is relatively recent Belief that disability sport is “therapeutic” Increased interest and publicity in recent years. Common Goals of Sports Participation. Inform the public

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Chapter 11

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  1. Chapter 11 Competitive Sports

  2. Sports for Persons with Disabilities • Limited media coverage • Disability sport is relatively recent • Belief that disability sport is “therapeutic” • Increased interest and publicity in recent years

  3. Common Goals of Sports Participation • Inform the public • Promote independence • Promote maximum participation • Use classification system for equity and opportunity

  4. Segregation vs. Inclusion • Most disability sports programs are segregated • Brasile (1990) proposes “reverse integration” approach • Others state high level competition needs segregation

  5. Vertical Integration • Assimilate athletes with disabilities into mainstream • Training and competition is at same time/location • Examples include: • U.S. Disabled Cycling Team • Integration Project, Ontario, Canada

  6. Classification of Athletes • Medical classification • Functional classification • Functional classification by sport • Unified system • No single system is perfect

  7. Role of Community Recreation • Community programs are growing, but still inadequate • Professionals need to provide continuum of sports participation • Partnerships may provide means for providing opportunities

  8. Competitive Programs • Variety of sports organizations and competitions • U.S. and Canada both have wide array

  9. Wheelchair Sports • Historical development • Advances in medicine • Competitive spirit • Foresight of leaders

  10. National Wheelchair Basketball Association (NWBA) • Divisions • Rules • Classification System and Team Balance

  11. Wheelchair Sports, USA • Classification System • Scope

  12. Benefits of Wheelchair Sports • Personal growth and development • Public awareness • Motivation for others with disabilities

  13. Special Olympics • Historical development • Organizations and events • Classification and eligibility • Important aspects • 10% rule • Inclusion through Unified Sports

  14. Outcomes of Special Olympics • Increased physical development and fitness • Successful experiences • Increased community involvement • Psychosocial outcomes

  15. Barrie Integrated Baseball Association • Historical development • Competitive structure • Rules and regulations

  16. Bocce • Historical development • Competition • Important aspects • Offers opportunities for those with severe disabilities • Ideal for inclusion • Develop strategy-related skills • Increased hand-eye coordination

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