About the USA Wheelchair Football League
Access media resources, schedules, stats, and athlete stories from the nation's premier adaptive football league. 15 teams, 700+ athletes, NFL-style competition.
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The USA Wheelchair Football League is the first of its kind football league for adults with disabilities to reach their highest potential through a competitive, fast-paced, team sport.
Quick Facts
15 teams competing nationwide
700+ athletes served last season
4 annual tournaments featuring 75+ games
200+ team practices held annually
1,200+ participants since the League’s 2019 founding
500+ Warfighters participated since 2019
32% veteran participation growth (year-over-year)
120+ certified coaches trained since 2020
About the League
The USAWFL combines the intensity and strategy of traditional football with adaptive rules that prioritize athlete safety while maintaining fast-paced competition. Athletes compete in sport wheelchairs and helmets in modified field dimensions. The season runs from August through November, culminating in a championship game hosted by the top-seeded team.
What Makes the USAWFL Unique:
- NFL-style competitive play adapted to play in sport wheelchairs
- Full-contact gameplay with protective equipment and safety protocols
- Co-ed teams featuring athletes with various physical disabilities
- Veteran-friendly programming with dedicated Warfighters support
- Pathway from recreational learn-to-play clinics to elite competition
2026 Season Schedule
August 22-23 – Chicago, IL
September 11-13 – Phoenix, IL
October 3-4 – Atlanta, GA
October 31-November 1 – Dallas, TX
November 21 – Championship Game – TBD*
Media Credentials: Contact football@moveunitedsport.org to cover a tournament.
*Hosted by #1 Seeded Regular Season Team
Media Resources
Access logos, brand guidelines, game footage, and high-resolution photos for media use.
Available Assets:
- USAWFL logos and team branding
- Game action photos (2024-2026 seasons)
- B-roll video footage
- Brand style guide
- Fact sheets and backgrounders
League History and Growth
League launched with 4 teams in Chicago, Los Angeles, Phoenix, and Kansas City through NFL-BWF Salute to Service partnership grant.
Expanded to 15 teams nationwide while conducting 27 learn-to-play clinics and training 120+ coaches in adaptive football techniques.
700+ athletes (10% increase from previous season) with veteran participation growing 32% year-over-year.
Continuing expansion with four regional tournaments and championship game showcasing the nation's elite wheelchair football talent.
