CCS was proud to partner with the Cambridge Lions Club and Envision Blind Sports to host a first-of-its-kind adaptive sports event in Upstate NY, showcasing the sport of Goalball. Goalball is a sport exclusive to athletes with visual impairments, played by both men and women. Played on a gym court, the objective of the game is to throw the ball using a bowling motion into the opponent’s net while the opposing players try to block the ball with their bodies.
This past weekend, CCS hosted a Goalball clinic and tournament. A coach and players from Envision Blind Sports, based in Pennsylvania, traveled to Cambridge to facilitate the clinic.
The clinic educated players on the concepts of Goalball and allowed them to enhance their skills and strategic gameplay. The tournament brought together athletes from across the state to compete, connect and elevate the sport.
The New York Association of Blind Athletes (NYABA), based in New York City, brought a roster of elite players who compete on a weekly basis. Their participation provided a high-level demonstration of the sport’s potential, offering local newcomers a firsthand look at how the game is played. The CCS Goalball Club competed against NYABA in the tournament and held their own against the elite competitors.
“This event brought so many people together and I am grateful for everyone for their involvement and willingness to put their time in to make this event a success,” said Jaron Barber, a CCS senior and president of the CCS Goalball Club, who was instrumental in the event’s organization.
