United Adaptive Soccer Association

USASA Annual General Meeting
2025-09-25 - 2025-09-27 | Hyatt Regency McCormick Place, Chicago, IL, 2233 S Martin Luther King Dr, Chicago, IL, 60616, United States
The United States Adult Soccer Association (USASA) is the premier national organization dedicated to promoting and supporting amateur soccer across the United States. USASA comprises 54 State Associations, Affiliates, National, and Regional leagues.

TEAMS Conference + Expo
2025-10-13 - 2025-10-16 | Greater Columbus Convention Center, 400 N High St, Columbus, OH, 43215, United States
TEAMS: TRAVEL, EVENTS AND MANAGEMENT IN SPORTS, is the world’s leading conference and expo for the sports-event industry.
Presented by SportsTravel, and hosted by the Greater Columbus Sports Commission, TEAMS ’25 will be held October 13–16 in Columbus, Ohio. Launched in 1998, TEAMS draws more than 1,300 participants including CEOs, executive directors and event managers from sports organizations as well as representatives from sports commissions and convention bureaus, corporate sponsors, event suppliers and other hospitality industry opinion leaders. For more than 25 years, TEAMS has helped define the sports-event and appointment-based trade show industries.

Little Legs Big Heart Skeletal Dysplasia Conference: Connecting Hearts, Minds & Medicine
2025-10-23 - 2025-10-26 | Hilton West Palm Beach, 600 Okeechobee Blvd, West Palm Beach, FL, 33401, United States
The Little Legs Big Heart Foundation is set to host its Second Annual Skeletal Dysplasia Conference: Connecting Hearts, Minds & Medicine, taking place October 23–26, 2025, in West Palm Beach, Florida.
Following the success of its inaugural year, which welcomed 188 attendees, the Foundation is returning with an even larger gathering—promising more impact, more connection, and more opportunities for families, medical experts, and community members to come together.
This year’s program will feature a dynamic blend of sessions focused on:

Advances in medical care and treatment

Mental health and emotional wellness strategies

Family and caregiver support resources

Updates on research, clinical trials, vosoritide, and limb lengthening innovations

Firsthand stories and shared lived experiences

Beyond the sessions, the conference aims to foster joy and connection through engaging activities, including:

Family-friendly entertainment such as face painting and magic shows

Wellness opportunities, from morning walk/run/rolls by the water to accessible pool workouts

Evening events filled with karaoke, dancing, and live music

A fully staffed kids’ room, ensuring caregivers can relax and connect

All meals and activities are included with registration, making this event a truly inclusive and enriching experience for attendees of all ages and diagnoses.

UASA Adaptive Soccer Education Event in Seattle, WA
2025-12-11 08:00 - 2025-12-14 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Starfire Sports, 14800 Starfire Way, Tukwila, Washington, 98188, United States
UASA’s national Adaptive Soccer Education Event brings together coaches, referees, pathway leaders, and adaptive sport professionals from across the country for one of the most collaborative disability soccer gatherings in the U.S. Hosted in partnership with U.S. Soccer and Explore Seattle Southside, the event provides cross-pathway education for Amputee, Dwarf, Power, IDD, Blind, and Deaf Soccer.

Held over multiple days at Starfire Sports in Tukwila, the program includes:

Amputee Soccer Referee Education

Power Soccer Referee Education

U.S. Soccer Grassroots Adaptive Coaching Education

Integrated player practicums and cross-disability training environments

The Education Event supports UASA’s mission to raise national standards, expand inclusive coaching models, and strengthen disability soccer pathways ahead of World Cup 2026.

Blind Soccer Clinic in Seattle, WA
2025-12-13 15:00 - 17:30 | Arena Sports Magnuson, 7751 63rd Ave NE, Seattle, Washington, 98115, United States
On Saturday, December 13, 2025, U.S. Association of Blind Athletes (USABA) and SeattleFWC26 are hosting a free Blind Soccer Clinic at Arena Sports Magnuson (7751 63rd Ave NE, Seattle) from 3:00–5:30 PM.

The clinic offers a unique opportunity to experience Blind Soccer — a fast-paced, adapted version of soccer designed for players who are blind or have low vision. The event will include hands-on drills for blind and low-vision athletes, participation options for sighted goalkeepers or guides, and an information session for coaches, referees, PE teachers, recreation leaders, and community partners. A demonstration by members of the U.S. Blind Soccer National Team will also take place, giving attendees a first-hand look at how the sport is played at a national level.

This clinic is open to all levels and backgrounds – whether you are a visually impaired player, a sighted goalkeeper or guide, a coach or referee, a recreation leader, or someone just curious about adaptive soccer. The goal is to build local awareness, grow participation, and strengthen the inclusive soccer community in Seattle and across the Pacific Northwest.

Registration is required (spots are limited). For more information and to reserve your spot, visit: seattlefwc26.org/blind-soccer-clinic.

Accessibility is a priority – the venue offers step-free access, service animals are welcome, and interpretation is available with advance notice.

By hosting this clinic, USABA and SeattleFWC26 aim to help expand access to sport and recreation for people who are blind or visually impaired, and to bring inclusive, adaptive soccer opportunities to our region.

Community Adaptive Soccer Clinic in Seattle, WA
2025-12-14 09:30 - 11:30
To close the Education Event weekend, UASA will host a Sunday Community Adaptive Soccer Clinic designed for local athletes with any disability. This welcoming session offers an introduction to adaptive soccer through hands-on activities, small-sided games, and demonstrations from national pathway coaches and players.

Athletes of all experience levels – whether new to the sport or returning – are encouraged to join. The clinic also provides opportunities for families, community programs, and recreation partners to learn how to support inclusive soccer in their own communities.

The goal of this Sunday session is simple: create access, spark interest, and connect Seattle-area athletes to the growing world of adaptive soccer.

United Soccer Coaches Convention
2026-01-14 08:00 - 2026-01-17 17:00
United Adaptive Soccer Association (UASA) will have a confirmed presence at the United Soccer Coaches Convention, taking place January 14–17. UASA will be featured as the only disability soccer organization represented in the exhibit hall, with a dedicated booth throughout the convention.

In addition to the exhibit presence, UASA will participate in two confirmed program highlights:

Adaptive Soccer Demonstration on Friday (specific sport to be announced)

Panel Discussion on Saturday, featuring U.S. Men’s & Women’s Deaf National Team gold medalists, sharing insights and lived experience from the elite adaptive soccer landscape

Together, these activations will spotlight adaptive soccer, elevate athlete voices, and provide coaches and industry leaders with meaningful exposure to inclusive pathways within the game.

U.S. Soccer AGM
2026-02-19 08:00 - 2026-02-22 17:00 | The Westin Peachtree Plaza, 210 Peachtree St NW, Atlanta, Georgia, 30303, United States
The U.S. Soccer Annual General Meeting (AGM) is the Federation’s premier annual governance event, bringing together member organizations, leaders, councils, and stakeholders from across the U.S. soccer ecosystem. The 2026 AGM will take place February 19–22, 2026 at The Westin Peachtree Plaza in Atlanta, GA. U.S. Soccer AGM+1

Designed for delegates, alternates, guests, and community partners, the AGM features a full schedule of learning sessions, council meetings, governance discussions, and collaborative forums focused on key topics shaping the sport’s future. Highlights include virtual bylaw and budget Q&As, the U.S. Soccer Sports Career Summit powered by The Coca-Cola Foundation, learning booths, regional and national council meetings, leadership workshops, and the National Council Meeting.

The AGM is also the platform where member organizations engage in strategic planning, financial and governance transparency, and decision-making that impacts soccer at all levels across the country. Registration is open through January 21, and accommodations are available through the event’s passkey booking.

Sports ETA Symposium
2026-04-20 08:00 - 2026-04-23 17:00 | Las Vegas, NV
The Sports ETA Symposium is the premier annual gathering of the Sports Events & Tourism Association, bringing together leaders from across the sports tourism industry for education, networking, and business development. Taking place April 20–23, 2026 in Las Vegas, Nevada, the event is expected to host over 1,000 industry professionals, including destination leaders, event rights holders, and sports organizations.

The symposium serves as a central hub for collaboration and innovation within the sports events and tourism sector. Attendees participate in dozens of educational sessions, one-on-one marketplace appointments, and high-impact networking opportunities, all designed to foster partnerships, share best practices, and drive economic impact through sport.

Throughout the week, participants gain insights into emerging trends, destination strategy, and event hosting while building relationships that shape the future of sports tourism. The event is widely recognized as one of the industry’s most influential gatherings, offering a unique environment where decision-makers connect and business opportunities are created.

At the 2026 Symposium, the United Adaptive Soccer Association (UASA) will be represented by leadership, with Joslynn Bigelow (President) and Michel Tume (Vice President) scheduled to speak, contributing perspectives on adaptive sport and inclusive growth within the sports tourism landscape.

New England Amputee Soccer Open Cup
2026-04-24 08:00 - 2026-04-25 17:00 | SBLI Fields at Progin Park, 512 Old Union Turnpike, Lancaster, Massachusetts, 01523, United States
The inaugural New England Amputee Soccer Open Cup brings together 40+ athletes from across the country for two days of competitive tournament play, community clinics, and coaching/referee education. Designed as a development-focused event, the Open Cup builds community, maximizes playing time, and prepares athletes for the AASA U.S. Amputee Soccer Cup.

Tournament Format

Individually registered players

Staff-selected balanced teams

Four-team, round-robin format

Four guaranteed matches per team

Rosters capped at 10 field players + 2 goalkeepers NE Amputee Soccer Open Cup Pack…

In addition to match play, the event includes:

Coaching & referee education sessions (Friday morning)

Recreation amputee and pan-disability community clinics (Saturday)

Player Eligibility

Participants must:

Be age 14+

Be of any gender identity

Have limb difference or limb loss

Meet amputee soccer eligibility criteria

Be able to safely participate without significant accommodations(Final eligibility determined by event staff.)

Registration Fees

$50 – New England & New York residents

$25 – All other states NE Amputee Soccer Open Cup Pack…

Registration includes lodging, meals, event kit, and guaranteed playing time

Registration Deadline

All players must complete required registration steps and payment by March 31, 2026. Players must register and submit dues via the UASA website.

More Information

Connecticut Power Soccer Clinic
2026-05-16 10:00 - 16:00
UASA and Made For More Inc. Bring Adaptive Soccer Education to Connecticut

The United Adaptive Soccer Association (UASA), in partnership with Made For More Inc., is bringing adaptive soccer to Connecticut with a Power Soccer Clinic and Adaptive Soccer Coaching Course designed to grow opportunities for athletes while developing the next generation of adaptive soccer coaches.

Taking place at Hospital for Special Care in New Britain, the event will welcome power soccer athletes for an afternoon of training and community, while coaches and volunteers gain practical knowledge and experience to help expand adaptive soccer programs throughout Connecticut and beyond.

Event Details

Connecticut Power Soccer Clinic & Adaptive Soccer Coaching Course

Date: Saturday, May 16, 2026

Power Soccer Clinic: 10:00–4:00 PM ET

Location: Hospital for Special CareNew Britain, Hartford County, Connecticut

2026 Compete Sports Network
2026-06-11 08:00 - 17:00 | Corpus Christi, Texas
UASA President Joslynn Bigelow to Speak at 2026 Compete Sports Network Sports Business Conference

Challenging the Sports Industry to Move Beyond Good Intentions

United Adaptive Soccer Association (UASA) President and Co-Founder Joslynn Bigelow will take the stage at the 2026 Compete Sports Network Summer Sports Business Conference in Corpus Christi, Texas, to lead a thought-provoking session on access and inclusion in sport.

Titled “Uncomfortable on Purpose: What Actually Gets in the Way of Access and Inclusion,” the session will encourage sports professionals to examine the systemic barriers that continue to limit opportunities for athletes with disabilities—and explore how meaningful change begins by moving beyond good intentions.

Drawing on UASA’s national work expanding adaptive soccer pathways across the United States, Joslynn will share practical insights into creating more accessible, inclusive, and sustainable sporting environments for athletes of all abilities.

Event Details

2026 Compete Sports Network Summer Sports Business Conference

Speaker: Joslynn Bigelow, Co-Founder and President, United Adaptive Soccer Association

Session: Uncomfortable on Purpose: What Actually Gets in the Way of Access and Inclusion

Date: Thursday, June 11, 2026

Location: Corpus Christi, Texas

Adaptive Soccer Clinic – Vacaville, CA
2026-07-18 09:00 - 12:00 | Hospital For Special Care, 2150 Corbin Avenue, New Britain, Connecticut 06053
📅 Date: Saturday, July 18, 2026🕘 Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM📍 Location: Horse Creek Soccer Complex, Vacaville, California

Join Us for a Community Adaptive Soccer Clinic

The United Adaptive Soccer Association (UASA), in partnership with the American Amputee Soccer Association (AASA), Limb Care Foundation, Hanger, and Sacramento Republic FC, is proud to host a community adaptive soccer clinic in Vacaville, California.

This clinic welcomes athletes with disabilities of all ages and genders for a fun, inclusive day of soccer, skill development, and community connection. Programming will place an emphasis on amputee soccer while also providing opportunities for mixed adaptive play, coach and referee exposure, and future adaptive soccer program development.

Whether you’re an athlete looking to get involved, a coach or referee interested in adaptive soccer, or a family member wanting to learn more, we’d love to see you there.

Who Can Attend?

Athletes with disabilities

Coaches and referees

Participants of all ages and genders

Family members and caregivers (spectators welcome)

Volunteers

Registration is required.

Event Details

Date: Saturday, July 18, 2026Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PMVenue: Horse Creek Soccer ComplexLocation: Vacaville, California

Register

Register online at:

https://tinyurl.com/CA-Clinic

Hosted August 28-30, 2026 at the state-of-the-art Elite 90 Soccer Complex in Seattle, Washington, the camp provides athlete development opportunities across multiple adaptive soccer pathways while also creating space for emerging coaches and referees to learn, connect, and grow within the adaptive game.

Whether you’re pursuing competitive athlete development, coaching education, or referee education, the UASA National Adaptive Soccer Camp is designed to strengthen adaptive soccer by bringing the entire community together under one roof.

Register and find out more

"All May Play" Adaptive Soccer Clinic in Long Island, NY
2026-08-01 11:00 - 12:00 | SUSA Orlin & Cohen Sports Complex, 271 Carleton Ave, Central Islip, NY 11722
The FIFA World Cup may be over… but your soccer journey is just getting started.

Inspired by the excitement of the FIFA World Cup? There’s never been a better time to discover adaptive soccer.

Join the United Adaptive Soccer Association (UASA) in Long Island, New York, for a free adaptive soccer clinic designed to welcome youth and adults with disabilities into the game.

Whether you’re kicking a ball for the first time, returning to soccer, or simply looking for a fun, inclusive environment to play, there’s a place for you in adaptive soccer.

UASA “All May Play” Adaptive Soccer Clinic

Join us during the U.S. Amputee Soccer Cup for a free community adaptive soccer clinic in Long Island, New York.

The clinic is open to youth and adults with disabilities who want to try adaptive soccer, return to the game, or simply enjoy playing in an inclusive and welcoming environment. Participants will also have the opportunity to meet adaptive soccer athletes and stay to watch one of the nation’s premier amputee soccer tournaments.

Event Details

Date: Saturday, August 1, 2026

Time: 11:00 AM–12:00 PM ET

Location: Long Island, New York

What to Expect

The clinic is open to youth and adults with disabilities of all experience levels.

Participants will enjoy:

Inclusive adaptive soccer activities

Coaching from experienced adaptive soccer coaches and athletes

A welcoming environment focused on fun, confidence, and community

The opportunity to stay and watch the U.S. Amputee Soccer Cup, featuring men’s and women’s teams from across the country

No previous soccer experience is required, and participants do not need to be amputees to attend.

Register Today

Registration is free and helps us prepare for each participant’s age, experience, disability-related support needs, and equipment considerations.

Register: tinyurl.com/UASA-NY

Register Today

Sports Philanthropy World
2026-08-03 08:00 - 2026-08-05 17:00 | Washington, D.C., The George Washington University, 2121 I St NW, Washington, DC, District of Columbia, 20052, United States
Marc Burkom to Represent UASA at Sports Philanthropy World 2026

United Adaptive Soccer Association (UASA) Board Member Marc Burkom will represent the organization at Sports Philanthropy World 2026, taking place August 3–5 in Washington, D.C.

Marc will contribute to two sessions focused on expanding opportunities for athletes with disabilities through adaptive sports:

Adaptive Sports: Creating Opportunities for the Future – Inclusion Track panel session

Adaptive Sports Roundtable – an interactive discussion exploring how organizations and communities can strengthen adaptive sports opportunities and partnerships.

As a UASA Board Member and long-time advocate for adaptive sport, Marc will join leaders from across the sports, nonprofit and philanthropy sectors to share perspectives on creating more inclusive pathways into sport and increasing access for athletes with disabilities.

Sports Philanthropy World brings together nonprofit leaders, sports organizations, foundations, athletes and industry professionals from around the world to explore how sport can create lasting social impact.

Visit the official event website for schedules, registration, tickets, and the latest updates.

UASA 2026 Adaptive Soccer Camp
2026-08-28 08:00 - 2026-08-30 17:00 | Elite 90 Soccer, 495 Andover Park E, Tukwila, Washington, 98188, United States
The 2026 UASA National Adaptive Soccer Camp brings together adaptive soccer athletes, coach candidates, referee candidates, and pathway leaders from across the country for a weekend of training, education, and community-building.

Hosted August 28-30, 2026 at the state-of-the-art Elite 90 Soccer Complex in Seattle, Washington, the camp provides athlete development opportunities across multiple adaptive soccer pathways while also creating space for emerging coaches and referees to learn, connect, and grow within the adaptive game.

Whether you’re pursuing competitive athlete development, coaching education, or referee education, the UASA National Adaptive Soccer Camp is designed to strengthen adaptive soccer by bringing the entire community together under one roof.

Registration has now closed for the 2026 UASA National Adaptive Soccer Camp.

Thank you for the incredible response. A limited number of places remain available in the Amputee Soccer and Blind Soccer pathways. If you are interested in participating in either program, please contact UASA at info@unitedadaptivesoccer.com to discuss current availability.

We look forward to welcoming participants to Seattle on August 28–30, 2026.

Wisconsin Adaptive Soccer Summit
2026-09-15 08:00 - 17:00 | Wisconsin, Wisconsin
Community leaders, sports organizations, and host-city partners will come together in Appleton to explore adaptive soccer event development and create more inclusive opportunities through sport.

Sports ETA 4S & Rights Holder Summit
2026-10-12 08:00 - 2026-10-14 17:00 | Fort Worth, Texas, Fort Worth, Texas
The Sports ETA 4S & Rights Holder Summit connects destination leaders, event owners, and industry professionals to discuss sports tourism, event strategy, sponsorship, and rights-holder partnerships.

FIPFA Power Soccer World Cup
2026-10-13 08:00 - 2026-10-23 17:00 | Buenos Aires, Argentina, Buenos Aires, Argentina
The FIPFA Power Soccer World Cup showcases the highest level of international power soccer, bringing together the world’s top athletes for elite competition and celebration of the sport.

IFCPF CP Soccer World Cup
2026-10-14 08:00 - 2026-10-24 17:00 | Atlanta, GA, Georgia, United States
The world’s best cerebral palsy footballers will compete in Atlanta as nations battle for the IFCPF CP Soccer World Cup title in one of the sport’s premier international competitions.

TEAMS Conference 2026
2026-10-26 08:00 - 2026-10-29 17:00 | Birmingham, AL, Birmingham, Alabama, United States
TEAMS is one of the world’s leading conferences for sports-event organizers, destinations, and rights holders, focused on creating partnerships and growing sporting events across North America.

Visit the official event website for schedules, registration, tickets, and the latest updates.

World Amputee Football Federation World Cup
2026-11-22 08:00 - 17:00 | San Juan de los Lagos, San Juan de los Lagos, Argentina
National teams from around the globe compete for the World Amputee Football Federation World Cup, the pinnacle of international amputee soccer and one of the sport’s biggest events.

Dwarf Soccer World Cup
2026-11-22 08:00 - 2026-11-30 17:00 | Rabat, Morocco, Rabat, Morocco
Discover the Dwarf Soccer World Cup, featuring the world’s top national teams competing in elite international soccer for athletes with dwarfism.

Visit the official event website for schedules, registration, tickets, and the latest updates.
