List of All Articles with Tag 'why we play'

Nick Pryor lost his leg in an accident at the age of four but he never let that keep him from a rich life in competitive team sports.

Runner Anthony Bryan originally shared his story with Yoocan, a global collaborative community where people with disabilities share experiences and knowledge — so that no one feels alone. Yoocan and Why We Play are a natural match and overlap in the most important thing for our community INSPI...

Sports fandom can be a male-dominated space. Her Game Too is working to make it safe, open and welcoming for anyone who loves the game.The idea was simple — a dozen women, wearing the shirts of their favorite soccer teams, holding up pieces of paper.But it was the words written on thos...

Bodybuilder Shane Dyck recovered from a horrific accident by doing whatever it takes to get himself back to the physical pursuits he loves.Bodybuilder Shane Dyck originally shared his story with Yoocan, a global collaborative community where people with disabilities share experiences and knowled...

Lachlan Nicholson found himself the victim of a terrifying crime and became determined not to let his disability keep him from protecting himself.Lachlan Nicholson originally shared his story with Yoocan, a global collaborative community where people with disabilities share experiences and knowl...

Elite running can be a singular, lonely sport. But Olympian Alexi Pappas has found joy in embracing community, running as a Paralympic guide and more.Ask any middle-of-the-pack running enthusiast why they sign up for road races, and you will hear a lot about community, camaraderie, and cheering ...

Sophia Gibb was both with a condition that affects 1 in 26,000. Her accomplishments as an athlete make her 1 of 1.Sophia Gibb originally shared her story with Yoocan, a global collaborative community where people with disabilities share experiences and knowledge — so that no one feels alon...

Dave Walsh learned that your dreams and aspirations don’t have to end with a disability. The way you get to achieve your dreams is to learn how to adapt.Dave Walsh originally shared his story with Yoocan, a global collaborative community where people with disabilities share experiences and...