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Now Accepting Candidates for Executive Director of USABA
The U.S. Association of Blind Athletes is looking to fill its Executive Director position and is now accepting applicants. Full position details are available at: https://www.usopc.org/affiliated-careers If interested, please email a letter of interest and resume to Mark G. Ackermann Chairman, USABA Search Committee board@usaba.org Read More
USABA to Host Open Tryouts for Goalball as a Pathway to LA2028
Dear Goalball Community, Today, I would like to share an important update regarding the pathway toward the Los Angeles 2028 Paralympic Games. Last year, USABA organized a national team tryout process for the first time. Following this process, we received a significant amount of valuable feedback from both athletes and coaches. Over the past several weeks, we have worked extensively to further develop and improve the tryout concept based on this feedback, and I would like to provide you with some initial details. This year’s tryouts will be conducted as Open Tryouts, meaning that every athlete who meets the minimum… Read MoreUSABA Names Men’s and Women’s Rosters for 2026 IBSA Goalball World Championships in Hangzhou, China
Team USA Athletes to Represent the United States June 6-16, 2026 on Sport’s Global Stage COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. - The United States Association of Blind Athletes (USABA) today announced the men’s and women’s rosters that will represent Team USA at the 2026 IBSA Goalball World Championships, taking place June 6-16, 2026, at the China Goalball Training Centre in Hangzhou, China. Hosted by the International Blind Sports Federation (IBSA) and the National Paralympic Committee of China, the World Championships bring together the top national teams from across the globe for one of the sport’s most prestigious competitions. The event also serves… Read MoreUSA Goalball Women’s National Team Finishes Fifth at 2026 Malmö Lady Intercup
Malmö, Sweden - The USA Goalball Women’s National Team completed a strong showing at the Malmö Lady Intercup, finishing fifth overall against a competitive international field. The three day tournament provided an important early season test as the team continues to build cohesion and prepare for the upcoming world championship tournament in Hangzhou China next month. Team USA opened the tournament with a five to two victory over Great Britain. Amanda Dennis led the offense with three goals, while Eliana Mason and Asya Miller each added one in a balanced performance. In the second match of the day, the United… Read MoreU.S.A. Blind Soccer Men’s National Team Convenes in Colorado Springs for April 2026 Training Camp
U.S.A. Blind Soccer Men's National Team Convenes in Colorado Springs for April Training Camp Colorado Springs, Colo. – April 2026 — The U.S. Blind Soccer Men’s National Team has gathered in Colorado Springs this week for a high-performance training camp taking place April 7–11, as the team continues its preparation for upcoming international competition and long-term development toward the Los Angeles 2028 Paralympic Games. Led by Head Coach Jorge Polanco, the camp brings together top athletes from across the country for an intensive week of training, evaluation, and team development. The selected athletes will focus on refining tactical execution, strengthening… Read MoreNewerPage 2 of 75Older
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