New Wichita league promotes basketball for athletes with disabilities
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 24, 2026, 3:21 AM
Last updated Sep 24, 2026
The Miracle League of Wichita has launched a new basketball league open for youth, teens, adults, and wheelchair divisions. Sign-ups began on September 24, 2026, aimed at providing athletes with disabilities a chance to play basketball. The league will include weekly practices and modified gameplay, utilizing smaller balls and lower goals to accommodate various abilities. It also seeks volunteers to serve as buddies for the players during games. The initiative aims to foster inclusivity in sports within the community.
- •Miracle League of Wichita opens sign-ups on September 24, 2026.
- •League includes youth, teen, adult, and wheelchair divisions.
- •Gameplay will be modified for inclusivity and accessibility.
- •Teams will practice weekly with four game days.
- •Volunteers are needed to assist athletes during games.
- 3:21 AMYahoo Sports — New Wichita basketball league welcomes players of all abilities
"The Miracle League of Wichita opened sign-ups for youth, teen, adult and wheelchair division teams.
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