“Sports for All” 14 the October 2006
The Westport Disability Group - in conjunction with Westport Family Recourse Centre will hold a Sports for All day in the Sacred Heart School on Sat. 14th October 2006.
It will geared for the Old, Youth, Travellers, People with disabilities and Active Retirement in the Westport area. We have identified events such as: Basketball, Bocce, Draughts, Cards, Rings, Sports Quiz, Boxing, Wheelchair Relay Racing, Wheelchair Races and Indoor Soccer.
So on behalf of the Committee, I am asking brothers, sisters, home helpers and PA’s, youth clubs, mums and dads of people with disabilities to get those out, who might not normally have the chance to have an opportunity to participate in sports.
As someone who has participated as a player when I was able-bodied and, now as a person with a disability, I am aware of the barriers that prevent people taking part in sporting activity. They are not just physical but psychological as well. Although some physical issues prevent people with disabilities getting involved in sport, in my view these are easy to overcome. The fear factor is more difficult.
Although some physical issues prevent people with disabilities getting involved in sport, in my view these are easy to overcome. The fear factor is more difficult.
When sport for people with disabilities is suggested some people get afraid. They think it will involve huge commitment and a heavy workout, but really the idea is to encourage them to be more active and to get out and about. A person with a disability can get as many benefits from being active as their able-bodied counterparts. They are also entitled to a healthier life.
Transport will be provided for people with disabilities and their helpers on the day if necessary. Amusements for the kids will be available. We hope to finish off the day with a social and all donations and contributions will go towards the Newport/Westport Special Olympics team. So lets see you all on the 14th October.
For further Information:
Contact Tom Chambers at: 086/3552047 or Eoghan Murphy at 098/24419.
Regards,
Tom Chambers
“The Billy Ranch”
Knocknageeha
Newport
Co. Mayo.