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12/04/19

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Team Statement:

The Rochester Rookies is an organization based in Rochester, NY and exists to provide, promote and  develop opportunities for children and "young at heart" adults with physical disabilities to participate in recreational and competitive wheelchair and ambulatory sports

Address

Rochester Rookies
11 Balsam Drive
Spencerport, NY 14559

Head Coach:

Gregg Chalmers, Gchalmers@SiewertEquipment.com
585-329-7484

    Program Director & Coach:  Ryan Chalmers, Ryan@ChalmersGroup.Org 
585-301-1144
Sports: Track, Field, Swimming, Table Tennis, Archery
Assistant Coaches: Kristin Marcott
Chris Stavisky, OT
Rochester Rookies Staff Email:  Coach@TheRochesterRookies.Org
Mission:

The Rochester Rookies is a wheelchair and ambulatory sports program dedicated to enhancing the quality of lives by teaching athletic skills, fostering independence, building character and helping families realize their child's full potential through programs, advocacy and services.

The program seeks to provide individuals the opportunity to engage in physical fitness activities and socialization.

Social Media :

www.TheRochesterRookies.Org

https://www.facebook.com/TheRochesterRookies/

https://twitter.com/RochRookies

https://www.instagram.com/rochesterrookies/



Team Objectives
  • Provide socialization opportunities and self-reliance
  • Build character and self-confidence
  • Encourage sportsmanship and teamwork
  • Promote communication skills and problem solving
  • Network families and volunteers, enhancing a support system
  • Provide opportunities for physical fitness
  • Provide socialization opportunities
 
History:




Servicing:

The Rochester Rookies was founded in 1976 by Paralympic Gold Medalist, Jo Ann Armstrong. The team is an affiliate of Adaptive Sports USA. The Rookies have an eight month training season (September - November and February - June).  Practice is held on Saturdays, 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM,  SUNY College at Brockport, Tuttle North Gymnasium.

The Rochester Rookies program serves children and adults with physical disabilities, Futures Program (5-7), Junior Program (8-23),"Young at Heart" Adult Program (24+). I
ndividuals interested in a fun, competitive and recreational sports program should join the team.
People seeking physical fitness, socialization, and fun should participate.

 

 

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