U.S. Association of Blind Athletes Announces Newly Appointed 2025 Board Members

U.S. Association of Blind Athletes Announces Newly Appointed Board Members, Strengthening Athlete Representation and Leadership Colorado Springs, CO – March 18, 2025 – The U.S. Association of Blind Athletes (USABA) proudly announces the appointment of its newly elected Board of Directors, reinforcing its commitment to strong leadership and athlete representation as the organization continues to expand blind and visually impaired sports across the country. Mark Ackermann is returning as Board Chair for a second term, ensuring continuity in USABA’s strategic direction during a pivotal time for the organization. "I am honored and grateful for the opportunity to serve as Board…  Read More

2025 Sport Ambassador Applications Now Open

2025 Sport Ambassador Applications Now Open: Join the USABA–Google Pixel Partnership January 22, 2025 — Calling all aspiring sport ambassadors! The 2025 Sport Ambassador Program application period is now officially open, offering a unique opportunity for individuals to represent their communities, advocate for accessible technology, and collaborate with leading industry partners. In partnership with the United States Association of Blind Athletes (USABA) and Google Pixel, this year’s program promises to be a milestone in promoting sports and accessible tech integration for the blind and visually impaired community.   Why Become a 2025 Sport Ambassador? Access to Cutting-Edge Technology Last year,…  Read More

2025 USABA National Goalball Qualifying Tournaments

Gear up for an unforgettable year of Goalball as teams compete for a chance to shine on the national stage! The 2025 USABA National Goalball Qualifier Tournaments are your pathway to the Goalball National Tournament, taking place in Colorado Springs, CO, in August 2025.   Tournament Schedule: March 28-30, 2025 Southwest National Goalball Qualifier Phoenix, AZ Click here to Register Now for Phoenix!   May 16-18, 2025 Southeast National Goalball Qualifier Smyrna, GA   June 13-15, 2025 Northeast National Goalball Qualifier Haddon Township, NJ   Don’t miss your opportunity to be part of the journey!   Whether you're stepping onto…  Read More

2024 USA Blind Soccer International Cup

Join us in Chula Vista, CA, to experience the energy and excitement as the U.S.A. Blind Soccer Men’s National team welcomes the National Teams from England and Japan to compete the USA Blind Soccer International Cup.   Show your support for Team USA in person or follow the action live on USABA's YouTube channel @usaba1976   Event Details Dates: November 9-10, 2024 Location: Chula Vista Elite Athlete Training Center, Chula Vista, CA Hosted By: U.S. Association of Blind Athletes (USABA)   Match Schedule   USA vs England: November 9 at 10:00 AM (PST) England vs Japan: November 9 at 3:00…  Read More

USA Goalball Secures Back-to-Back Wins to Finish 2nd in Pool, Advances to Quarterfinals Against Japan

(Calahan Young with Goalball in Hand - Photo Credit Joe Kusumoto USOPC) PARIS, France – In back-to-back games that closed out pool play in the Paralympic Goalball tournament, Team USA secured two crucial victories, finishing second in their pool and positioning themselves for a strong run in the knockout rounds. In their second pool match against France, the USA earned a hard-fought 5-4 win at South Paris Arena. The game began with explosive action, as Christian King (#8) put the USA on the board just ten seconds into the match. Tyler Merren (#2) quickly followed with another goal, extending the lead to 2-0.…  Read More