Adaptive Bobsled/Skeleton

Para-Bobsled found it's start in the early 2000's with its first World Cup event in 2014-2015. As of right now the World Cup hosts only one category of athlete: a seated category for athletes that have spinal cord injuries, above the knee amputations and other injuries which medically fit that classification. The U.S. team has a large contingent of lower limb amputees due to our warrior programs and currently they do not fit into that classification. The ESWG event in February will be a first of its kind in that we are holding a "push" event for athletes that currently do not classify into the World Cup seated category.

For more information on bobsled, contact John Napier at jnbobsled@gmail.com or Kim Seevers at Kim.seevers@usabs.com

SCHEDULE

Saturday, February 5, 2022 4-6pm

Para-Bobsled/Skeleton – Mt Van Hoevenberg Sliding Center

*All schedules are subject to change

REGISTRATION FEES

Scholastic: $50

Masters: $75

REFUNDS

There are no refunds of entry fees. While registering please double check the dates of competition and qualification requirements needed to compete. In the case of a medical emergency, depending on the circumstances, a refund MAY be considered.

Any refund requests must be made in writing and sent to: Bethany Valenze Sport Director, ESWG, 2608 Main Street, Lake Placid, NY 12946

QUALIFICATIONS

The Empire State Winter Games, in conjunction with the Olympic Regional Development Authority (ORDA), proudly host a variety of adaptive events for athletes of all ability levels. Adaptive races are open to all persons with a physical or cognitive disability. You do not have to be a New York state resident to participate in the Empire State Games.

Athlete must be a licensed USABS mono-bobsled driver

Athlete must be classified as per the IBSF standards for Para push bobsled