Member Newsletter | May 2025

In this Issue:

The Hartford Nationals - Registration Open

Project Play Champions Program

Member Engagement Opportunities

Member Benefits

Meet Sydney Rossman

The Hartford Nationals

Compete at The Hartford Nationals

Registration Now Open for Grand Rapids July 11-17, 2025

From July 11-17, 2025, Grand Rapids, Michigan will welcome athletes of all ages for the nation's premier adaptive sports competition. This year's event brings exciting opportunities to connect, compete on the national stage, and celebrate the power of adaptive sports.


What's New for 2025?

Boccia joins our competition lineup for the first time!

• Enhanced youth and adult competitive divisions

• Expanded community events throughout the week

Sports Make Us More

Here's what you should know this month.

Project Play

Champions Program

Partnering with Our World Nickelodeon, the Champions Play Program now extends to schools and community organizations committed to youth sports development. Each selected Champion will receive a $1,000 grant.


Applicants must propose a new initiative between May 2024 and December 2025 that aligns with the Youth or School Sports' 8 Plays, expands youth program opportunities, and reflects the organization's mission.


Deadline to Apply: May 15, 2025

USA Archery Seeking National Archery Classifiers

USA Archery in partnership with World Archery and North Side Archery Club will be hosting a Para National Classification Seminar. The event will take place in Chicago, IL. If interested, contact para@usarchery.org to complete the registration form before May 23, 2025.


Get in the Game

Join an upcoming event.

Member Benefit Session

May 13th 1:00 PM ET

Join us for a Member Exclusive Event featuring GRIT, the innovative all-terrain wheelchair company making mobility more accessible and empowering. Learn about their unique chair designs, product features, and how their equipment is transforming access to the outdoors and everyday life.

Open Office Hours

May 22nd 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM ET

Join the membership team for open Zoom office hours. Hop on the call to ask us any questions, say hello, or just catch up.

Join the Movement

Member updates and highlights

Member Benefits Spotlight


GRIT believes everyone deserves adventure! The GRIT Freedom Chair, designed with direct community input, delivers unmatched off-road mobility and independence. As a member organization, you can save 10% off with free shipping on all products through May 31st.


10% Off Code: MUFreeride10

Free Shipping Code: MUFreerideOrg

Members in the News

Boston Athletic Association

Move United's event partner, the Boston Athletic Association, hosted the 129th Boston Marathon on April 21st. The 2025 race marked a historic milestone—the 50th anniversary of the wheelchair division!



Congratulations to Tatyana McFadden and Daniel Romanchuk for their outstanding performances and continued contributions to wheelchair racing excellence.

Meet Move United


Sydney Rossman

Marketing Coordinator

Sydney joined Move United in 2022 as an Event Specialist after interning with USA Boccia.

She manages all signage and apparel orders, working with vendors and distributing gear to events and team members. Learn More about Sydney and her passion for adaptive sports.

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