Tag Archives: Wheelchair

Wheelchair Bowling Records

Posted on August 31, 2015 by

In 2009, I started a wheelchair bowling records website to share the bowling achievements of different types of wheelchair users, and also to share some of what is possible for people, despite certain physical conditions. The focus of the website … Continue reading →

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A Second 200+ Game for a 65 Year Young Woman with CP

Posted on April 30, 2015 by

Imagine not being able to physically pick up a bowling ball… and yet, also possessing the ability to bowl legitimately – and do it well. That does not sound possible, right? The IKAN Bowler® (and the help of a caddie) … Continue reading →

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New Wheelchair, New Bowling Setup, Similar Results?

Posted on October 31, 2014 by

I recently got a new wheelchair, FINALLY, after nearly 17 years of daily use (typically about 13-14 hours per day) from my first wheelchair. My new wheelchair is a Permobil C300, which has the two foot pedals coming off of … Continue reading →

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UPDATE: Wheelchair Access on Commercial Airlines

Posted on September 30, 2014 by

We are looking for a minimum of 25,000 signatures before the petition is delivered, and are currently at roughly 19,400. I am not the author, but I am Facebook friends with the author, and say “we” because I identify with … Continue reading →

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25 Things That Surprise the Public about What People with Spinal Cord Injury Can Do

Posted on May 31, 2014 by

Since this blog is about empowering wheelchair users, I have to share this list of “25 Things That Surprise the Public about What People with Spinal Cord Injury Can Do” from Shepherd Center, a specialty hospital where I rehabbed in … Continue reading →

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A Tribute to Aaron Parker

Posted on April 30, 2014 by

My friend and fellow Quad Squad bowler Aaron Parker passed away peacefully in his sleep on the morning of April 24, after a short battle with cancer (I say short because his cancer was discovered approximately 2 weeks before his … Continue reading →

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Rhonda’s Bowl-a-thon Wrapup

Posted on March 31, 2014 by

Rhonda’s Bowl-a-thon went great! We had an excellent turnout of Quad Squad folks and able-bodied friends and family, with plenty of good bowling and good fun for all. And more importantly, we did a significant amount of good for Rhonda. … Continue reading →

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