National Women in Sports Day
"National women's sports day to me, means that women get to show their athletic ability and also use their voices as an individual in being an athlete. Playing at the collegiate level has given me so many opportunities to grow as a play and a person." Alyssa Freeman, Freshman, Wheelchair Basketball.
"National Women in Sports day means to me that, as women, we can display our passion and love for sports at any level. We are provided the same opportunities to experience the benefits of playing a sport and meeting a great community that surrounds sports. I am very proud to say that I am a female adaptive athlete at the University of Arizona." Sam McMinn, Senior, Wheelchair Basketball.
"My favorite part of playing women's basketball is being able to be in a female led space, where we can uplift and empower one another." Abby Coffin, Freshman, Wheelchair Basketball.
"National Women & Girls in Sports Day means a great deal to me as it gives many women, including myself, an outlet and an opportunity to be surrounded by successful and supportive women in an environment that is inclusive to all. Playing in a collegiate women's wheelchair basketball team is a dream come true, but getting to be coached by two female Paralympians tops it off and really showcases the capability of not just women, but women in sport." Teisha Shadwell, Freshman, Wheelchair Basketball.
"National women's in sports day means to me that we as women get a voice in the sports we love and get to show our strengths. Playing collegiate basketball gives me an opportunity to make friends and grow as a teammate and player, and it gives me opportunities I wouldn't have anywhere else." Abby Dunn, Sophomore, Wheelchair Basketball.
"To me, National Women in Sports Day means that I can participate in the sports that I am passionate about, while also given the same opportunities as everyone else. Being a woman that is a part of a D1 adaptive track program is truly an honor as well." Chelsea Stein, Sophomore, Track/Roadracing