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History

History is not a burden on the memory but an illumination of the soul.
Lord Acton

VIRTUAL HISTORY TIMELINE – TEXT ONLY PDF

 

The purpose of the timeline is to honor the rich history of Move United. This timeline is written with the intention of celebrating the milestones in which this organization has accomplished, along with the many triumphs of the Disability Rights movement in the USA.

 

From the beginning as the National Wheelchair Athletic Association to its final name change, there have been a great number of individuals and groups involved with this organization. The sample of the historic milestones mentioned in this timeline would not have been possible if it weren’t for the countless number of passionate and dedicated heroes and pioneering mothers and fathers, who care about the mission of this organization. Many molded the organization and solidified its foundation.

 

During the organization’s first few decades, major events and activities took place that complimented the purpose of the organization like the disability rights movement and its respective legislative accomplishments, the initial development and networking between like minded organizations, both nationally and internationally, the evolution of publications and public relation efforts networking with mainstream media and the early days of road racing. Since those days through 2020, we have seen integration and inclusion of individuals with a disability in sport and in everyday life. Additionally, we have seen the evolution of adaptive equipment and training and education opportunities and an increase in the overall awareness of disability in our society. It started here. To the many athletes and their family members, staff and volunteers, coaches, officials, classifiers, event directors, allied health members, member organizations, sponsors, donors, and partners, we thank you for your dedicated efforts to the sustainability, growth, and impact of this organization.

 

Each decade, excellence has been seen. From Marty Ball, Cliff Crase, Randy Snow, and David Williamson, to Candance Cable, Jean Driscoll, Ann Cody, Linda Mastandrea, and Scot Hollonbeck. From Dr. Cheri Blauwet, Amanda McGrory, Jessica (Galli) Cloy, and Anjali Forber-Pratt to Tatyana McFadden, Ray Martin, Joshua George, and Daniel Romanchuk. The history of Adaptive Sports USA is phenomenal. What endless possibilities exist in the future? We can’t wait to be a part of it, providing sport opportunities to individuals with a disability and training, education, and awareness to the public in order to positively impact our greater community. Rest assured our long standing history is not being forgotten, but will be enhanced moving forward as Adaptive Sports USA and Disabled Sports USA become Move United.

 

Please excuse any errors and/or omissions. This is a sample, not an exclusive list, and is a living and breathing historical document.

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