by USA Hockey
USA Hockey's Sled Hockey programme is the national governing body for para ice hockey in the United States. Players sit in purpose-built sleds mounted on two hockey skate blades and propel themselves with short double-ended sticks — the same sticks used to handle the puck. The sport was invented in Stockholm in the 1960s and made its Paralympic debut at the 1994 Lillehammer Games; the U.S. national team has earned multiple Paralympic gold medals, including at the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Games.
USA Hockey administers two national events each season — the USA Hockey Sled Classic in autumn (a round-robin among NHL-affiliated sled teams) and the Sled National Championships each spring, expanded in 2024 to cover every skill tier including youth. Annual Player Development Camps at the national and regional level give competitive players access to elite coaching. The website links to a searchable directory of local sled hockey clubs so anyone can find a team close to home.
People with lower-limb physical disabilities — including spinal cord injuries, leg amputations, and cerebral palsy — who want to play competitive or recreational ice hockey. Programming spans youth through adult levels, with a dedicated U.S. Women's Development Sled Hockey Team track for women entering the sport.
Music and Memory trains care facilities and families to create personalised playlists for people with dementia and other cognitive conditions, helping them reconnect with memories, reduce anxiety, and improve quality of life. Over 5,800 organisations across the US and internationally have been certified in their programme since 2010.
Music and Memory Inc.
The Xbox Adaptive Controller is a customisable gaming hub designed for players with limited mobility. With 19 external input ports and broad compatibility across Xbox consoles and Windows PCs, it lets users connect switches, joysticks, and buttons in any configuration that works for their body.
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SpecialEffect is a UK charity that helps physically disabled people play video games by adapting controllers and using eye-tracking technology. They provide free expert assessments, custom setups, and developer tools — including EyeMine for eye-controlled Minecraft and Eye Gaze Games for browser-based play.
SpecialEffect
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