Blazesports America Honors Inspiring Georgia Athletes And Others Involved In Adaptive Sports

ATLANTA - Oct. 1, 2015 - PRLog -- Atlanta (October 1, 2015) – BlazeSports America is looking for people in Georgia who doing extraordinary things and succeeding and persevering against all odds! Thenon-profit organization that provides adaptive sports opportunities for children and veterans with a physical disability, will host its annual Triumph of the Human Spirit Awards in November and is currently accepting nominations of triumphant Georgians to be honored with these awards.

“The BlazeSports Triumph of the Human Spirit Awards honor those who have made a significant impact in Georgia through adaptive sport and recreation,” said BlazeSports America Executive Director Cynthia Frisina. “These awards pay tribute to the individuals, groups and organizations who demonstrate qualities beyond athletic achievement such as leadership and a positive attitude and who inspire, motivate and truly epitomize the Triumph of the Human Spirit.”


Any person, group or organization may submit a nomination.

The nomination form is available at http://www.blazesports.org/getinvolved/triumph-of-the-hum.... Nominations can be made until October 16.

Nomination criteria include:

 An athlete (youth, adult or veteran) with a physical disability who overcame a challenging situation to not only survive but thrive on and off the field of play who is dedicated, passionate and a positive role model to others.

 An adaptive sports team who had an inspirational performance and who demonstrated leadership in their community.

 An outstanding teacher or coach of adaptive sports/physical education who focuses not just on success and winning but who teaches valuable life lessons through sport.

 A volunteer who has displayed outstanding involvement in the support of adaptive sport and recreation.

 A school or organization that goes above and beyond to provide youth, adults and veterans with physical disabilities with the confidence, support and opportunities to be physically active.

 Nominees can be individuals, teams, groups or organizations in Georgia who exemplify the Triumph of the Human Spirit in the field of adaptive sport and recreation for people with physical disabilities.

In addition, The BlazeSports Triumph of the Human Spirit Awards recognize leaders in community, business, government, media and healthcare who are examples of best practice in the inclusion and advancement of people with physical disabilities through adaptive sport and recreation.

The Triumph of the Human Spirit Awards will take place on Thursday, November 5 at 7 p.m. in the Art and Angela Williams Theater at the Primerica Global Headquarters in Duluth. Fox 5 Atlanta journalist Paul Milliken will serve as the evening’s emcee and will be joined by speakers, presenters and athletes who are heroes themselves.

About BlazeSports America

Based in Atlanta and celebrating 20 years in 2016, BlazeSports America’s mission is to change the lives of children and adults with physical disabilities through sport. In addition to its US efforts, BlazeSports America has served individuals and communities in 11 countries and partners with organizations around the world to provide a broad assortment of programs. The interdisciplinary approach includes sport and community programs, leadership programs, competitions, camps and clinics, professional continuing education and certification and sports diplomacy and social impact. BlazeSports America serves children and adults with adaptive sport programs as well as military veterans with physical disabilities.

BlazeSports America is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that is the legacy organization of the 1996 Paralympic Games held in Atlanta, Ga., offering programs and services that encourage lifelong health, build leadership skills, foster independence and inclusion, and promote an inclusive society. BlazeSports America is a member of United States Olympic Committee - Multi-Sport Organization and the USA Member Organization of Cerebral Palsy International Sport and Recreation Association. www.blazesports.org