Empire State Games for the Physically Challenged

Long Island, June 3 - 5, 2010

Syracuse, September 22, 2010

Brockport, October 15 & 16, 2010

  

Adapted Downhill Skiing to be held at Empire State Winter Games, February 2010

A program in Adapted Downhill Skiing will be held at the 2010 Empire State Winter Games, February 19 - 21 in Lake Placid.  Physically Challenged youth ages 5 - 21 will be provided with the opportunity to learn how to downhill ski, and to then ski the great Olympic Mountain - Whiteface. Instruction is available for first time skiers to the more advanced adapted skier/snowboarder.

Events are conducted by the Empire State Games for the Physically Challenged and the Whiteface Adaptive Ski program. Certified Adaptive Ski Instructors from all across New York State volunteer their knowledge, experience and equipment to this unique program.

The physical challenge and ability of each athlete will be carefully considered so as to determine the type of equipment that will be needed. The day begins with one on one (or greater) instruction of safety and equipment. Athletes will work with instructors for two hours learning to properly use the equipment while having fun learning to ski. The day ends with a slalom race and awards ceremony. 

The number of participants is limited due to equipment availability and there is a $10 entry fee. Participants must provide their own transportation and lodging.  For additional information please contact the Games office at (585) 964-2462 ext. 234, or 518-474-8889.

Photos of the 2009 Long Island Games for the Physically Challenged (as well as photos from other years) are now available to view at http://web.me.com/billav1/Empire_State_PC_games_Photos_Links/Welcome.html
THANKS to Bill Mountzouros for making these photos available online!

 

The Program
The Games for the Physically Challenged offers competition in a variety of adapted sports, plus fitness for young people with physical challenges. The program is free to athletes and spectators through the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation and lovingly supported by the unselfish efforts of loyal volunteers.

Sports achievement emphasizes the ability of the athlete and develop confidence and positive self-esteem. Success encourages an interest in sports activity and lays the foundation for the athlete to continue on to adult competition, if they chose.

The Athletes
Athletes are 5-21 years old.
Divisions include: visually impaired, blind, hearing impaired, deaf, spinal cord injured, amputee, Cerebral Palsy or Les Autres (muscular dystrophy, dwarfism, arthritis, etc.).
Athletes of the same gender and physical challenge compete in the age divisions of 5-8 years, 9-11 years, 12-15 years, 16-18 years and 19-21 years.
Events are open with no qualifying competition or previous experience required. Athletes receive a Games uniform, medals and more.

The Games
Some of the competitive events offered are:

ARCHERY
TRACK: 40 meter, 60 meter, 100 meter, 200 meter, 400 meter, 800 meter, 1500 meter.
POWER WHEELCHAIR: 40 meter, 80 meter.
FIELD: club throw, discus, soft discus, precision throw, high jump, long jump, distance kick, shot put, soft shot.
SWIMMING: backstroke, breaststroke, freestyle; 25 meter, 50 meter, 100 meter.
SLALOM OBSTACLE COURSES: for ambulatory, wheelchair and power wheelchair.
TABLE TENNIS

Gold, silver and bronze medals are awarded to the winners.

These events offer physically challenged children exciting opportunities to participate in sports and recreational activities which are adapted to best suit their unique abilities.

Many non-competitive demonstration activities are available.

The entry deadline for the 2009 Games is April 15.

For More Information Contact:

• Empire State Games for the Physically Challenged
  Attn: Susan Maxwell
  Empire State Games for the Physically Challenged
  Hamlin Beach State Park, 1 Camp Rd, Hamlin, NY 14464
• Phone: (585) 964-2462 ext. 234
• Fax: (585) 964-7821
• email: susan.maxwell@oprhp.state.ny.us

OR:

• Empire State Games for the Physically Challenged
• 1 Empire State Plaza
• Albany NY 12238
• 518-474-8889

A special thanks to our Sponsors and Supporters!

The Empire State Games for the Physically Challenged acknowledges the generous support of the following groups, companies and sports teams:

Long Island Games Supporters
NYAC Athletes Fund


Homes, Schwartz & Gordon

Anaconda Sports
Cassone Leasing
Computer Associates
Coca Cola Bottling Company
Garden City Kiwanis
Jamaica Ash
Malvese Equipment Co., Inc.
NY Islanders
NY Knicks
NY Yankees
Springfield Gardens Masonic Lodge #1057
Top Flight Food Court and Catering
UCanDo, Inc.
USGA
USTA
WWE
YES Network

Brockport Games Supporters
Boston's Best Coffee Roasters
Brockport Country Club
SUNY Brockport
Capability Outrigger Ohana, Inc.
CNY Gymnastics Center
DJ Max
The Garden Factory
George Weston Bakery
Kiwanis Club
Mattydale American Legion
Sunbelt Rentals
Twin Hills Country Club
US Food Service
Wegman's
Wendy's Restaurant
USTA

Syracuse Fun Day Supporters
Brighton Bakery
CNY Gymnastics
Central New York Family Sport Centre
DJ Max
Dewitt Kiwanis Club
Rotary Club of DeWitt, Inc.
Fremont Lions Club
McDonald's
Rural Metro Medical Services
Stroehmann Bakery
Sysco Food Service of Syracuse