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Opening Day

By Betsy Dorsett on July 19, 2018 No Comments

Two girls high five while playing wheelchair basketball at BORP’s 2017 Opening Day. Image Courtesy of Scott Goodman

BORP’s Opening Day is coming up on Saturday, September 15. Opening Day is the day when we showcase our sports programs and give friends, family, community members, etc. the chance to try out some of our sports including: adapted cycling, goalball, power soccer and wheelchair basketball.

Opening Day Schedule
10:00: Gym Open
10:15: Welcome Speakers
10:30: Goalball
11:30: Prep Basketball (8.5 foot basket)
12:00: Power Soccer
1:00: Varsity Basketball (10 foot basket)

Opening Day is at:
James Kenney Recreation Center
1720 8th Street
Berkeley, CA 94710

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Open Gym (all youth)

By Betsy Dorsett on July 19, 2018 No Comments

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Revolution Kick Off Party

By Betsy Dorsett on July 16, 2018 No Comments

Join us on July 21 at the BORP Adaptive Cycling Center (80 Bolivar Dr, Berkeley, CA 94710) for the 2018 Revolution Kick Off Party! The event is a great way to meet other REV riders, get tips on training and fundraising, and enjoy a ride along the scenic Bay Trail with your team and BORP participants. We’ll be grilling hot dogs, hamburgers, and veggie burgers, so bring your appetite!

This is a FREE event, but your RSVP is appreciated!

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BORP’s 2018 Revolution Ride & Festival

By Betsy Dorsett on July 11, 2018 No Comments

The BORP Revolution Ride and Festival brings people of all abilities together for a day of cycling and celebration to raise money BORP’s adaptive sports and recreational programs for people with physical disabilities and visual impairment. Set against the backdrop of the stunning wine country of Sonoma County’s Alexander Valley, the “REV” is one part cycle-a-thon, one part celebration with food, wine, and post-ride professional massages, and one part inspiration. Join the Revolution and discover what ability is all about! This year the Rev is hosted at the Clos du Bois Winery in Geyserville, CA. See BORP’s website for how to register and for more information.

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BORP Hall of Fame and Awards Celebration

By Betsy Dorsett on April 13, 2018 No Comments

The BORP Hall of Fame and Awards Celebration honors the achievements and contributions of members of the BORP community. The event recognizes outstanding athletes, dedicated volunteers, and bold outdoor adventurers, as well as individuals whose lifetime of achievements and commitment have had a significant and lasting on BORP and the adaptive sports community in the Bay Area and, in many cases, the across the country.

Each of this year’s award recipients and BORP Hall of Fame inductees represent the best of adaptive sports through their belief in and commitment to BORP’s mission to enhance the quality of life of people with disabilities through the power of sports and recreation. Come join us at the Ed Roberts Campus on Wednesday, June 13, 2018 as we share their stories, celebrate their achievements, and honor their impact on the BORP community and beyond.

In addition to honoring our award recipients, this event will facilitate the funding of BORP’s year-round sports and recreation programs for people with disabilities and visual impairments.

If you represent a company or organization that is interested in partnering with BORP to support this event, please Betsy Dorsett (510-225-7035 / betsy@borp.org) or click here to download more information about sponsorship opportunities.

If you would like to support this event as an individual or family, please see the donation options above or contact Betsy Dorsett (510-225-7035 / betsy@borp.org) to discuss.

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15th BORP Hoops Classic

By Betsy Dorsett on March 2, 2018 No Comments

On March 24-25 the BORP All Stars will host the 15th BORP Hoops Classic on Coast Guard Island in Alameda. This has been a tremendous season for the All Stars and we are looking forward to extending our success in front of our home crowd. For the 2nd year we are pleased to partner with the Coast Guard on this event and to foster greater awareness of BORP programs to disabled veterans and service members.

The BORP Hoops Classic typically draws the top teams from Northern California and the competition is sure to be intense from start to finish. And the BORP JR. Road Warriors will join the fun as they match their skills and speed against their elders.

Event location:

Emlen Tunnell Gymnasium, Coast Guard Island, Alameda. Building 16 on this map (click to download). Parking across the street.

Spectators are free.

NOTE: Because CGI is a military base, access requires going through a military check-point. Please be prepared with the following documentation:

1) All vehicles entering the island must have up-to-date registration and insurance documentation.
2) All people 17 and over entering the island must have a current drivers license or government issued i.d.

Game Schedule – Hoops Classic 15

SATURDAY – March 24

9:00: All Stars v Spartans
10:00: Thunder v Blazers
11:00: All Stars v Royals
12:00: Blazers v Spartans
1:00: Royals v Thunder
2:00: Lakers v Cagers
3:00: High Rollers v Ballers
4:00: All Stars v Lakers
5:00: Cagers v Ballers
6:00: Lakers v High Rollers

SUNDAY – March 25

9:00: All Stars v Ballers
10:00: Jr. Road Warriors v High Rollers
11:00: Ballers v Blazers
12:00: All Stars v Jr. Road Warriors
1:00: High Rollers v Blazers
2:00: Thunder v Cagers
3:00: Royals v Spartans
4:00: Spartans v Thunder
5:00: Cagers v Royals

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2018 NWBA Junior Division West Coast Conference Championship Tournament

By Betsy Dorsett on February 15, 2018 No Comments

The BORP Jr. Road Warriors will be hosting the 2018 West Coast Conference Championship Tournament March 3-4 at Stanford’s Arrillaga Center for Sports and Recreation (ACSR), located at 341 Galvez St, Stanford, CA 94305

The tournament will feature nine varsity wheelchair basketball teams from Washington, Oregon, California, Utah, and Colorado. Teams will compete for the title of West Coast Conference Champions and qualify for the NWBA National Tournament that will take place in Louisville, KY in April.

If you would like to volunteer for the event, please contact Trooper Johnson (trooper@borp.org) for times.

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BUSD’S 3rd Annual Fully Accessible Family and Friends Fun Field Day Event

By Betsy Dorsett on February 12, 2018 No Comments

BUSD Special Education Department, in partnership with BORP, invites you to join us for our 3rd annual fully accessible fun field day event. Enjoy a day filled with fully accessible games and activities for kids & adults. If you are interested in volunteering to support this event please contact Craig Shiba at: craigshiba@berkeley.net

Click here to download the flyer.

Location: King Middle School 1782 Rose Street Berkeley, CA 94703

Events: Adapted basketball, soccer, cycling, games and more!

Food: Tacos and drinks available

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