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The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in conjunction with the Paralyzed Veterans of America have combined efforts to provide you with one website for the Wheelchair Games.
If you wish to proceede the following link will take you to the new Wheelchair Games website.
August 12-17, 2014
Philadelphia, PA.
2014 Event Schedule
The National Veterans Wheelchair Games (NVWG) is a sports and rehabilitation program for military service veterans who use wheelchairs for sports competition due to spinal cord injuries, amputations or certain neurological problems.
Attracting more than 500 athletes each year, the NVWG is the largest annual wheelchair sports event in the world.
The presenters of this event are committed to improving the quality of life for veterans with disabilities and fostering better health through sports competition. While past Games have produced a number of national and world-class champions, the Games also provide opportunities for newly-disabled veterans to gain sports skills and be exposed to other wheelchair athletes. Typically, one quarter of the competitors have never before participated in any type of organized wheelchair sports competition.
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and Paralyzed Veterans of America (PVA), with financial assistance from corporate, civic and veteran service organizations.
Competitive events at the National Veterans Wheelchair Games include air guns, archery, basketball, bowling, field events, hand cycling, a motorized wheelchair rally, nine-ball, power soccer, quad rugby, slalom, softball, swimming, table tennis, track, trapshooting and weightlifting Athletes compete in all events against others with similar athletic ability, competitive experience or age.
Free. The public is most welcome.
The 2014 National Veterans Wheelchair Games will take place in the heart of Philadelphia. A city culturally diverse and rich in history, Veterans will have an opportunity to make history of their own.
If you are going to be in or around Philadelphia, August 12 – 17, 2014, a great experience awaits you!
The Department of Veterans Affairs and Paralyzed Veterans of America are co-presenting the 34th National Veterans Wheelchair Games. Over 600 athletes from around the United States and Great Britain will visit the City of Brotherly love to compete in 19 wheelchair sporting events.
It will take more than 2500 volunteers to make this week a success. Our Veterans need you! There are many opportunities ranging from sporting events, greeters and assistance at the airport and dozens of other critical jobs to make the event run smoothly.
The minimum volunteer age is 14-years old. However, individuals younger than 14 can join the “fans in the stands” and cheer on our athletes to victory.
Come one, come all. With the sports town that Philadelphia is, what a great way to share Philly pride!!!
34th National Veterans Wheelchair Games Volunteer Application
34th National Veterans Wheelchair Games Volunteer Opportunities Listing
For more information about volunteer opportunities, please contact NVWGPhillyVolunteer@va.gov
The city of brotherly love: where liberty lives and Rocky rules ~ is now the city where heroes will make history.
March 11, 2014
We are pleased to announce the release of the online volunteer application for the 34th National Veterans Wheelchair Games. There are many opportunities to volunteer for the Games throughout the week. The minimum age requirement is 14-years old.
Complete the Online Application.
If you prefer to receive a hard copy of the application, email NVWGPhillyVolunteer@va.gov.
Questions? Call (215) 823-7800 or e-mail.
Please click the link below to learn about the volunteer opportunities that are available during the Games.
34th National Veterans Wheelchair Games Volunteer Opportunities Listing
Team USA Boccia, the VA and PVA hosting Boccia Clinics across the country. Take a look at the Flyer and see if there is one in an area near you to get involved.
San Antonio, Tx April 11-13
Myrtle Beach, SC April 11-12
New Albany, IN April 16
Chicago, IL April 18
USA Boccia Nationals May 14 - 18 (Lansing, Michigan)
The Philadelphia VA Medical Center is celebrating the half-way point to the kick-off of the August 12 National Veterans Wheelchair Games. Planning is well underway and looks like the 2014 NVWG will be one for the history books. Make sure that you get your registrations in by April 15, 2014.
Download the TSWG Application Packet
May 16 – 18, 2014
Palisades Park, New Jersey
Contact: Jimmy Cuevas (201) 435-1688
2014 NVWG Registration
2014 Events & Rules Booklet
2014 NVWG TEP Authorization for VA Funded Travel
2014 Event Schedule
Mail Registrations by April 15, 2014 to:
Att: Mary Hobbs
Registration, c/o Paralyzed Veterans of America
801 18th Street, NW
Washington, DC 20006-3517.
IMPORTANT NOTICE TO SWIMMING COMPETITORS at the 34th NVWG
The Release and Waiver of Liability Agreement for the Salvation Army Kroc Center must be signed prior to competition. Please note that this is a separate agreement between the Salvation Army Kroc Center and yourself. If you do not wish to agree to the Salvation Army’s release and have signed up to compete in Swimming Event at the 34th National Veterans Wheelchair Games, please contact my office at (206) 407-9542 and we will assist rescheduling you in another event.
Please download and mail to:
Philadelphia VA Medical Center
3900 Woodland Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19104
Attention: Melissa Senatus
National Veterans Wheelchair Games
2014 Registration Recommendations and Updates:
Event assignments are given as the registrations are received. To make sure we have a quality competition and experience, some event enrollments are limited such as Trap Shooting and Air Pistol. Get your applications in early to assure your spot.
Changes in the 2014 NVWG Registration include:
Certification for Wheelchairs and Specialty Equipment no longer needed. Wheelchair Repair will be available, but Veterans are responsible for their equipment and that it is in proper working condition at the time of competition.For Questions, please contact the NVWG Director:
Contact the Event Director:
Dave Tostenrude, (202) 560-7352
Team USA Boccia, the VA and PVA hosting Boccia Clinics across the country. Take a look at the Flyer and see if there is one in an area near you to get involved.
San Antonio, Tx April 11-13
Myrtle Beach, SC April 11-12
New Albany, IN April 16
Chicago, IL April 18
USA Boccia Nationals May 14 - 18 (Lansing, Michigan)
Contact: Jimmy Cuevas (201) 435-1688
NVWG Officials “Mentorship” Program
We are looking for (2) interested VA Rehabilitation Therapists or PVA Sport Chapter Directors to learn more about adaptive sports and help to develop more grass root opportunities to support Veterans in their home communities. By bringing you on as an “Official” at the 2014 NVWG in Philadelphia, we will provide the education surrounding the events and help guide you to develop programs at your home VA Medical Center or PVA Chapter.
If you are interested, please complete the attached application by May 1, 2014. If you have any questions, please contact Dave Tostenrude at (202) 560-7352.
Volunteers are vital to the success of the Games.
To find out what you can do to help, contact
2014 NVWG Local Volunteer Coordinator:
Melissa Heinlein
(215) 823-7800
2014 NVWG Local Coordinator:
Bethany Purdue
(215) 823-5200
2014 NVWG LOC Public Affairs Director:
Jennifer Askey
(215) 823-5916
2014 List of National Event Dates and Locations