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Physically Adaptive Sled Hockey

Hockey is a favorite American sport full of quick sprints, checking, and exciting goals. Sled hockey is an offering of the sport provided for people with physical impairments. Adaptive players benefit from the same training and conditioning as athletes without disabilities, and generally, the same program used for athletes without disabilities can be used for their peers with a disability, with a few modifications.

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Physically Adaptive Sports
June 2, 2023
Physically adaptive sports offer people with physical impairments an opportunity to adapt the game to suit their needs. From modifying how the game is played to changing the equipment used, adaptive sports are able to meet athletes where they are at without losing any of the excitement.
Soldier From Famous Viral Photo has Miracle on Ice
Soldier From Famous Viral Photo has Miracle on Ice
May 9, 2023
Joshua Hargis lost both his legs after a suicide bomb attack and is now training for a Paralympic hockey team.
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Ice Hockey
August 17, 2022
 
Brody Roybal, Paralympian poses on his deck
SportsEngine Spotlight: Brody Roybal
February 24, 2022
Discover what Brody Roybal, a two-time Paralympic gold medalist and three-time World Champion in sled hockey, does in his spare time in this SportsEngine Spotlight.
Adaptive Sports
June 16, 2021
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Paralympian Rico Roman Discusses his Love of Basketball
June 22, 2020
Even though he's known for his skills on the ice, Rico Roman also has a love for basketball
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Sled Preds Teammates Share Bond of Service, Hockey
April 15, 2019
“John, Joey and I just kind of came together and we have been training and pushing each other forward,” said Maenza. “It’s fun to be here and be a part of it. We love it.”
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Josh Pauls Shares Lessons on Life and Hockey in New Role as Motivational Speaker
March 8, 2019
The three-time sled hockey gold medalist found he has a lot to offer
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A Special Calling
December 7, 2018
The thing I tell people is, it’s just a hockey game. We often hear how great it is that these athletes get out there and play, and it is, but they’re just another hockey player. 
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Disabled Hockey Award a Dream Realized
June 5, 2018
“This sport has moved me so far. I’ve exceeded all of the goals I could’ve ever set for myself.”
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