Registration for the Second Annual Valor Games Midwest began this week. The games are for disabled veterans and wounded, ill and injured active duty service members. The games will be held August 13-15 at various Chicago venues including Soldier Field and US Cellular Field. Events include shot put, discus, cycling, archery, power-lifting and indoor rowing. Applications will be reviewed and participants will be notified of their acceptance for the competition by July 15.
Last year, many of the 100+ participants had little or no previous experience. In addition, applicants may apply for a 4-day introductory sports camp before the games. The camp is sponsored by the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago. All costs for Valor Games participants are covered, with the exception of transportation to and from Chicago. Those that participate in the camp will receive a travel stipend.
Organizers are seeking additional volunteers and sponsors. Other events during the games will include a (Careerbuilder) job fair, veterans resource fair and more. Current supporters include U.S. Paralympics, the Department of Veterans Affairs and the Chicago Park District.
For more information contact: Susan Katz, Director of Paralympic & Disability Sport, (312) 861-4848, skatz@worldsportchicago.org
