Goalball New Zealand is taking over the South Island this weekend with some fun sessions in Dunedin and Christchurch to introduce you to this exciting, fast-paced sport. During the session, you'll be taken through a range of warm-ups and drills, and will then get to put your new skills into practice with some game time. Register your interest to join the fun!
Our weekend at the Festival of Disability Sport
Blind Sport NZ April update
Development Funding recipient Gary's summer of equestrian
Riding since he was eight years old, Gary Wiley regularly competes in both Para and able bodied equestrian dressage events. Gary is a recent recipient of Blind Sport New Zealand Development Funding, which supports him with coaching and competition fees. Read on to find out more about Gary’s summer of equestrian, and his plans for the future.
Athlete Spotlight: Fletch
Five years ago, Wellington based Fletch was diagnosed with keratoconus, which has caused his vision to deteriorate. Fletch, now aged 15, is involved in a range of sports, and has seen some outstanding success, including winning multiple medals at the Special Olympics. Read on to learn more about Fletch’s experiences of playing sport with a vision impairment.