Welcome to Cloverdale Challenger!
ABOUT
An opportunity for children with cognitive or physical disabilities to enjoy the thrill of playing baseball, being part of a team, developing physical and social skills, plus all of the benefits of participation in baseball at a level structured to their abilities.
Games are played in a fun, safe environment where no score is kept.
OBJECTIVES
To provide an opportunity for children and youth with cognitive or physical disabilities to enjoy the benefits of playing baseball.
To educate the community that children with cognitive or physical disabilities can play organized baseball, just like their peers.
To help the youth in the community “give back” to society, by getting involved in the Challenger program as “Buddies”.
BENEFITS
Playing in a Challenger division gives players and their families the opportunity to:
- Enjoy the thrill of playing baseball
- Be part of a team
- Develop physical and social skills
- Build self esteem
- Get exercise while having fun
- Make new friends
- Meet other children and families in their community
CLOVERDALE CHALLENGER VIDEO SEGMENT
Courtesy of Daniel Mountain – BCIT Journalism Student