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Archive for February, 2011

Remembering Heather Ray, 2/24/11

Thursday, February 24th, 2011

One year ago today, Heather Ray lost her battle with cancer. Although her strength, courage, spirit and incredible smile are missed by all who knew her, the story of Heather’s fight and love for life continues to inspire others. Click here to read Heather’s story

Posted in Articles, Education/Information

POA is sponsoring First Volley/First Swing Clinics in March!

Wednesday, February 23rd, 2011

POA will be hosting two adaptive recreational clinics for anyone with physical challenges in March. First Volley™ Adaptive Tennis will be offered on Friday evening, March 18 at the tennis courts of Caribe Royale Resort, located at 8101 World Center Drive in Orlando. First Volley is adaptive tennis, skills and drills, aimed specifically for amputees and those with physical challenges and is led by instructors with years of experience with this group. Wheelchair players are always welcome to join us. First Volley is the premier program of OPAF and The First Clinics (www.opfund.org). There is NO CHARGE for First Volley, just the chance to try your tennis skills and win prizes!

POA will also hold a First Swing/Learn to Golf Clinic on Saturday, March 19 at the Grand Cypress Golf Resort Golf Academy from 2-4 pm. First Swing/Learn to Golf offers anyone chance to learn or re-learn the game of golf after illness or injury. Anyone with a physical challenge is welcome to join. First Swing/Learn to Golf is a program of the National Amputee Golf Association (www.nagagolf.org). Refreshments and more information on adaptive recreational opportunities will be available at both events.

Following are links to registration forms for both these events. Hope to see you there!!!
First Swing Registration Form»

First Volley Registration Form»

Posted in Articles, Education/Information

POA’s Anthony Burruto appeared on CNN, “CNN News: Baseball amputee: Coach discriminated,” 2/18/2011

Monday, February 21st, 2011

Another great interview with Anthony and his mom, Diane. We are proud to part of his team! :-) Click here to view interview

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Posted in Amputee Athletes, Amputee News, Amputee Videos, Articles, POA Patients in the News!

“Amputee Triathlete Overcomes Odds,” Local News Story - KESQ TV, Palm Springs, CA

Wednesday, February 16th, 2011

POA patient Scout Bassett is in the news again! For those of you who don’t know her incredible story, prepare to be amazed and inspired! Click following link to view KESQ interview/video. You can also read more about Scout in the “Living Proof” section of our website. Click here to view KESQ interview

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Posted in Amputee Athletes, Amputee Events, Amputee News, Amputee Videos, Articles, POA Patients in the News!

“Legless Pitcher Strikes Out…,” CNN News Wire, 2/15/2011

Wednesday, February 16th, 2011

Following article was released by CNN after Anthony Burruto and his mom, Diane, appeared on HLN’s “Prime Time” last night.
Click here to view CNN News Wire release

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Posted in Amputee Athletes, Amputee News, Articles, POA Patients in the News!

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