2026 Wildcat Sports Camp for the Blind

Another incredible year of the MOBALE Summer Sports Education Camp is in the books! From June 18-21, 2025, eight talented young athletes from Maine and New Hampshire came together for four days of sports, leadership, and unforgettable experiences.

Camp Highlights

This year's camp was packed with diverse athletic activities designed to challenge and inspire our athletes:

• Soccer - Team play with audible balls and verbal cues
• Kickball - Classic backyard sport adapted for all athletes
• Swimming - Pool time with adaptive instruction
• Track & Field - Running, throwing, and jumping events
• Yoga - Mindfulness and flexibility training
• Wrestling - Technique and strength building
• Archery - Precision and focus development
• Disc Golf - Outdoor recreation and skill competition
• Functional Fitness - Core strength and conditioning
• Goalball - Paralympic team sport competition

Our Amazing Team

The success of camp depends on our incredible volunteers and counselors:

Volunteer Counselors

• Adria - Returning counselor bringing enthusiasm and experience
• Sheila - Dedicated mentor and activity coordinator
• Jordan - Sports instructor and motivator
• Cheryl G. - 2025 Volunteer of the Year! Cheryl's commitment and passion made this year's camp exceptional

Visually Impaired Counselors

• Izzy - Role model and mentor sharing lived experiences
• Kyle - Athletic inspiration and skills coach
• Derek - Leadership development facilitator

Junior Counselors

• Gavin - Former athlete now giving back to the program
• Tyler - Peer mentor and activity assistant

Special Guest: Lindsay Ball

We were honored to host Lindsay Ball as our guest speaker this year. Lindsay competed as a Paralympic ski racer at the 2014 Sochi Winter Paralympics and is now a college professor. Her inspiring story of athletic achievement and academic success resonated deeply with our athletes, showing them that visually impaired individuals can excel in any field they choose to pursue.

Competition & Awards

The camp culminated in our annual disc golf tournament and awards ceremony. Athletes competed in teams with sighted guides, demonstrating the skills they'd developed throughout the week. The friendly competition brought out the best in everyone!

Looking Forward

As we reflect on another successful camp, we're already excited for 2026! If you're interested in participating as an athlete or volunteer, or if you'd like to support MOBALE's mission, please reach out to us.

Photo gallery coming soon! Check back for images from this year's camp.