Athletes are encouraged to
participate in more than one event, and Olympic-style gold, silver and
bronze medals for first, second and third place will be awarded in
each event. The Sports Group 's first "endeavor" was the organization of
the Endeavor Games, which was held for the first time in 2000. soldiers
who were severely injured in Iraq. The organization is the nation's largest multi -sport,
multi-disability organization and serves more than 60,000 people
nationwide.

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Oklahoma Chapter of Disabled Sports USA Supports
American War Veterans and Their Families' Participation
in Fifteen Sport, Weekend-Long Event in Edmond

The University of Central Oklahoma (UCO), a chapter of Disabled
Sports USA (DS/USA), today announced the 2005 Endeavor Games for
Athletes with Physical Disabilities, an event created to teach people
with disabilities participation in adaptive sports."
Participants in the Games will also be invited to the Opening
Ceremony on Friday, June 10, at the Hamilton Field House, UCO.
In its sixth year, the RMO will take place May 27-30, 2005, in Denver
and the surrounding Rocky Mountain foothills. A member of the U.

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Participation in the Games has more than tripled since
inception; approximately 300 disabled athletes from all over the world
are expected to participate in 2005.ucok. The organization is the nation 's largest multi-sport,
multi-disability organization and serves more than 60,000 people
nationwide . The RMO is the largest
fully integrated cycling event in the U.

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In total, more than 20 soldiers and their
families will participate."
Sponsors of the event include: title sponsor, University of
Central Oklahoma; platinum sponsor, Valir Rehabilitation Hospital;
diamond sponsors, Disabled Sports USA and the Wounded Warriors
Project; and gold sponsors, Hanger Prosthetics and Orthotics and Renda
Broadcasting.htm

About UCO Sports and Events

UCO Disabled Sports and Events is a division of the Wellness
Center on the campus of the University of Central Oklahoma."
The RMO is sponsored by Boeing, Tuff Shed, Garceworks Video, The
Wounded Warrior Project, Altitude Sports + Entertainment, Top End and
Schwartz Communications, with support from DS/USA, the United States
Handcycle Federation, the city of Golden, the Federation of
Independent Associations for Cycling (FIAC) and the American Cycling
Association (ACA).S.

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soldiers who were
severely injured during the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan as special
guests at the event.

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Adaptive Adventures Hosts U.S. Soldiers Injured in Iraq at Rocky Mountain Cycling Omnium; Denver Chapter of Disabled Sports USA Conducts Largest Fully Integrat

S. The three-day cycling
race, which includes twelve different race categories for cyclists of
all abilities, features a time trial, a road race and a criterium
finale through the downtown streets of historic Old Towne Golden,
Colorado, where crowds gather to cheer on the cyclists.
"DS/USA and its chapters' athletic events, counseling programs and
world -class instruction helped give me the confidence and
determination that I needed to overcome my injury ," said Lt.

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About Disabled Sports USA

Founded in 1967 by disabled Vietnam veterans, Disabled Sports USA
provides opportunities for individuals with physical disabilities to
gain confidence and dignity through sports, recreation and educational
programs.S. "The
Rocky Mountain Cycling Omnium is a phenomenal opportunity for injured
soldiers, new amputees and athletes of all abilities to join together,
conquer physical disability and have fun on wheels."
"Bringing able-bodied and disabled athletes of all abilities
together for a weekend of learning, empowerment and fun, Adaptive
Adventures is proud to host the sixth annual Rocky Mountain Omnium,"
said Ian Lawless, race director , Adaptive Adventures.
For athletes interested in participating in the event,
registration and additional background information can be found at
http://cycling.

About Disabled Sports USA

Founded in 1967 by disabled Vietnam veterans, Disabled Sports USA
provides opportunities for individuals with physical disabilities to
gain confidence and dignity through sports, recreation and educational
programs.

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"The entire City
of Edmond is rallying behind this unique opportunity and we hope to
provide the soldiers with a weekend full of inspiration and
opportunity. Cyclists can compete
either in the handcycling or able-bodied cycling division and take
advantage of clinics led by expert Adaptive Adventures instructors,
many of whom have disabilities themselves.

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Most importantly , I know that my
participation in sports will inspire others who are overcoming their
physical disabilities.
For athletes interested in participating in the event,
registration and additional background information can be found at
www. and includes educational
programs that help recently injured athletes to learn adaptive cycling
techniques from experts in the field. DS/USA also offers sports rehabilitation programs
through its nationwide network of over 80 community-based chapters .

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The sixth annual
Endeavor Games will take place in Edmond, Oklahoma, June 9-12, and
offers anyone with a physical disability the opportunity to experience
a variety of sports, including wheelchair basketball, archery,
powerlifting, shooting, tennis, table tennis, softball, swimming,
boccia and track and field events.
"Immediately after I was injured in Iraq, I never even dreamed of
participating in an event like the Endeavor Games," said Army Spc.

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Military Writers/News Editors/Sports Editors

EDMOND, Okla. "Disabled Sports USA is honored to
work with our Denver chapter Adaptive Adventures to serve these fine
young service members who have made great sacrifices for our country.

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"As a disabled Vietnam veteran, I know that their adjustment back to
normal life will be challenging . I also know that they will have such
a positive experience at the UCO Endeavor Games and will leave knowing
that they can still accomplish their dreams in life.

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As a continuation of Disabled
Sports USA's 38 year history of rebuilding the lives of disabled
veterans, UCO will partner with DS/USA to host U."
The Endeavor Games were created because of recognition that there
was a need for a multi-sport event for athletes with physical
disabilities.

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In addition to the multitude of competitive sports offered
this year, the staff of the Endeavor Games has added a day to the
event to accommodate training clinics for athletes, volunteers and
coaches.
"We are honored to have the chance to host these amazing soldiers
for the weekend at the Endeavor Games," said Katrina Shaklee,
assistant director of UCO Disabled Sports and Events.dsusa.

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Since
then, The Sports Group added numerous programs , such as the Endeavor
Games, BlazeSports Edmond, the Oklahoma Amputeee Golf Tournament, U
Kan Ski and is a member of the Paralympic Academy.org

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About Adaptive Adventures

Adaptive Adventures is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization dedicated
to improving the lives of children and adults with disabilities and
their families through outdoor sports + recreation.

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A member of the U.

News Editors/Sports Editors

DENVER----Adaptive Adventures, a
chapter of Disabled Sports USA (DS/USA), today announced the 2005
Rocky Mountain Cycling Omnium (RMO), an integrated cycling event
featuring more than 400 athletes with and without disabilities,
including a group of soldiers recently injured in the Iraq conflict.org

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The RMO is a unique event that pairs able-bodied amateur and
professional cyclists with disabled cyclists at the same venue, on the
same courses, racing in front of the same crowds.adaptiveadventures.org/omnium05. The organization
was created in 1999 by a group of physically challenged individuals
who saw the need to increase awareness and participation in sports and
recreation for the disabled, and is considered a national leader in
the area of adaptive cycling, water-skiing, kayaking, and winter
adaptive sports.

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In
December of 2004, UCO absorbed The Sports Group, which was created in
2000 to provide quality sports programs to athletes from Oklahoma and
beyond. UCO is proud to now
be offering these exciting programs and is looking forward to adding
more programs and events in the future, all for the benefit of
physically disabled athletes.

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The
University is also sponsoring a luncheon on Saturday, June 11, and a
banquet on Saturday night where a video of the 2005 competition will
be screened. Continuing its long history of
helping to rebuild the lives of disabled veterans, Adaptive
Adventures, in partnership with DS/USA, will host twelve U.
More information is available at www.

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"With the support of DS/USA, I know I will have all the
encouragement and physical training I need to once again try the
sports I love, and I am even looking forward to some friendly
competition at the event. Steven
Rice, who lost his leg below the knee while serving in Iraq. "We look forward
to hosting the thousands of fans and athletes that help make this race
an exceptional event for everyone. Olympic Committee , DS/USA conducts
regional, national and international training camps and competitions
to prepare athletes for the Paralympic Games -- the international
Olympic-sanctioned competitions for athletes with physical
disabilities.

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University of Central Oklahoma Hosts U.S. Soldiers Injured in Iraq at the Sixth Annual Endeavor Games

"Disabled Sports USA is proud to partner with the University of
Central Oklahoma to sponsor this event and host as special guests our
fine service men and women.
More information is available at www. The RMO's main event is the
National Handcycle Championships , which features the best handcyclists
in the world, including World Champion Monica Bascio and Paralympic
silver medalist (2004, Athens) Alejandro Albor."
"As a disabled Vietnam veteran, I'm familiar with the challenges
of learning to live with a permanent disability, and I know that
participating in events like the Rocky Mountain Omnium builds valuable
confidence to triumph over hardship," said Kirk Bauer, executive
director of Disabled Sports USA.

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Kevin Pannell, 1st Cavalry division, 9th regiment, who lost both legs
-- above the knee on the left side and below the knee on the right --
in Bagdhad.

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The special guests will participate in hands-on instruction
courses in wheelchair fencing, sit volleyball, wheelchair basketball,
swimming and the Third Annual First Step Clinic, an inspiring session
for amputees who wish to participate in track and field events. These soldiers have put their lives on the
line for freedom, and we will to be there to help them in their hour
of need," said Kirk Bauer, executive director of Disabled Sports USA.dsusa.

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Olympic Committee, DS /USA conducts
regional, national and international training camps and competitions
to prepare athletes for the Paralympic Games -- the international
Olympic-sanctioned competitions for athletes with physical
disabilities.S.

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DS/USA also offers sports rehabilitation programs
through its nationwide network of over 80 community-based chapters.

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