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The Historical Perspective
of the National Disability Sports Alliance

WHAT IS THE National Disability Sports Alliance?

The National Disability Sports Alliance (NDSA) is the
National Coordinating Body for competitive sports for individuals with cerebral palsy, traumatic brain injuries and survivors of stroke. NDSA was originally formed as the United States Cerebral Palsy Athletic Association (USCPAA) in 1987. NDSA also provides programming for other physically disabling conditions such as muscular dystrophy and multiple sclerosis.

As the National Coordinating Body for cerebral palsy sports, NDSA is responsible for conduct and administration of approved sports in the United States. NDSA formulates the rules, implements policies and procedures, conducts national championships in ten sports, disseminates safety and sports medicine information and selects the athletes to represent the United States in international competition.

HOW IS THE NATIONAL DISABILITY SPORTS ALLIANCE ORGANIZED?

International -- The international federation for cerebral palsy sports is the Cerebral Palsy Sports and Recreation Association (CP-ISRA). CP-ISRA is a member of the International Paralympic Committee (IPC).

National -- NDSA is a CBO (Community Based Organization) member of the United States Olympic Committee (USOC).

Local -- Within the United States, there are numerous local programs that provide sports training and competition opportunities for NDSA athletes.

A volunteer board of directors with representation of athletes, coaches, and business people determines policies and procedures for NDSA.


HOW ARE DECISIONS MADE IN THE NATIONAL DISABILITY SPORTS ALLIANCE?

NDSA is a nonprofit organization made up of dedicated volunteers. Interested individuals donate their time, energy and expertise at every level from the national board of directors to the local program. All policy decisions are made through a chain of committees---committees reporting to the board of directors. The elected board of directors is charged with the responsibility of making decisions for the Corporation.


NATIONAL DISABILITY SPORTS ALLIANCE NATIONAL CENTER

The NDSA National Center provides a variety of services and programs for its membership. These services include publications, educational programs, fund-raising activities, sports medicine programs, video resources and general information about sports related activities. NDSA staff are available to assist you in answering questions, or providing additional information. For information or assistance, contact :

National Disability Sports Alliance
25 West Independence Way
Kingston, RI 02881
(401) 792-7130
info@ndsaonline.org