Photo/Video Advisory: Marquette, WASA to host adaptive sports 'Try It' event, Nov. 1

Oct. 31, 2025

MILWAUKEE - Marquette University and the Wisconsin Adaptive Sports Association will co-host a "Try It" event for individuals of all abilities to try different adaptive sports on Saturday, Nov. 1, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Wellness + Helfaer Recreation facility.

"Try It" events are open to the public and allow participants to try four adaptive sports: wheelchair rugby, wheelchair basketball, wheelchair lacrosse and adaptive pickleball, while learning about WASA's mission to promote access, inclusion and lifelong health through adaptive sports.

Staff from WASA, members of Marquette's Adaptive Abilities Club and participants will be available for interview.

Details:

• Date/Time: Saturday, Nov. 1, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
• Location: Wellness + Helfaer Recreation, 525 N. 16th St.
• Parking: Parking is available in the 16th Street Parking Structure (749 N. 16th St.). A map of the visitor parking structures can be found here.

*Please note: To attend, media must contact Kevin Conway at (414) 202-9329 or [email protected].

Read about Marquette University's Adaptive Abilities club and how it allows individuals of all abilities to experience adaptive sports and recreational activities.

About WASA

The Wisconsin Adaptive Sports Association is a non-profit organization in Wisconsin dedicated to improving the quality of life for individuals with physical disabilities and visual impairments through adaptive sports, recreation, fitness and education. WASA offers a wide range of programs from recreational to competitive, including wheelchair basketball, lacrosse, tennis, sled hockey, quad rugby, and goalball, welcoming all ability levels. The organization also hosts community events and school programs to promote inclusivity and introduce adaptive sports to a broader audience.

About Marquette University

Marquette University is a Catholic, Jesuit university located near the heart of downtown Milwaukee that offers a comprehensive range of majors in 11 nationally and internationally recognized colleges and schools. Through the formation of hearts and minds, Marquette prepares our 11,100 undergraduate, graduate, doctoral and professional students to lead, excel and serve as agents of positive change. And, we deliver results. Ranked in the top 20% of national universities, Marquette is recognized for its undergraduate teaching, innovation and career preparation as the sixth-best university in the country for job placement. Our focus on student success and immersive, personalized learning experiences encourages students to think critically and engage with the world around them. When students graduate with a Marquette degree, they are truly prepared and called to Be The Difference.

About Kevin Conway

Kevin is the associate director for university communication in the Office of Marketing and Communication. Contact Kevin at (414) 288-4745 or [email protected].