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Kansas City Royals
Youth Wheelchair Softball Team

Our season begins in June and runs through mid-August. ​

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​​You do not need to have your own sports chair to try it out - we have program chairs that can be used!  If interested, please email info@midwestadaptivesports.org - We can provide you with information about how our program works, when / where practices are and answer any questions you may have.

Wheelchair Softball

  • Players:  Individuals who are limited in playing competitive "stand-up" baseball or softball because of a permanent disability are eligible for wheelchair softball. Players are classified based on their level of disability to ensure fair competition.​

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  • Adapted Rules and Equipment:  Wheelchair softball follows the rules of slow pitch softball with slight adaptations. The game involves teams of ten players, with six infielders and four outfielders.​

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  • Wheelchair Types: Players use sports wheelchairs that are designed for maneuverability on the field. These wheelchairs are lightweight, equipped anti-tip wheels and have reinforced frames.

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  • Gameplay: The objective of wheelchair softball is to score runs by hitting the ball and wheeling to bases. Players hit, field, and run the bases using their wheelchairs.​​

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  • Competitions: There are regional, national, and international tournaments where teams compete for titles. The National Wheelchair Softball Association (NWSA) World Series Tournament, which ends each season in August.​​​​​

There are many benefits of adaptive sports for children with disabilities!

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