Disability Sport and Recreation Hawkes Bay

This legend just keeps on going! Let's all get behind Rocco's awesome efforts and support him in any way we can, whether that's donating, sharing the link around, or joining in for his final push on 12th September at McLean Park.

https://givealittle.co.nz/fundraiser/roccos-stair-athon-5000-stair-steps

It is unlikely that Sam Lea needs any introduction to the members of the Disability Sport and Recreation Hawke's Bay community, as he is involved in what seems like every single sport imaginable!

Sam's "can do" attitude is emblematic of so many of our courageous members.

Read more about his inspiring journey here.

Sam | Member Story What do Bob the Builder and Sam Lea have in common? Both of these larger-than-life characters have a "Yes, we can" attitude that allows them to overcome any potential challenges. Read Sam's story here to find out more!

Our athletes had a ball of a time at our Squash Have a Go Day this afternoon. The wonderful Coach Eden from Squash Eastern Incorporated stepped us through all sorts of fun and helpful games and drills to sharpen our skills. We particularly enjoyed the "pancake" activity, which truly tested our reaction skills!

Superstar Sam also turned into a celebrity at the end of the session - watch this space to see his interview debut!

A big ngā mihi nui to Dave and the team at Hawke's Bay Squash Rackets Club for being excellent and accommodating hosts who made us feel very welcome.

Photos courtesy of the brilliant Tina Lea :)

Ngā mihi nui to our generous funders who help us to keep the mana-enhancing opportunities for our athletes flowing.

If you or an organisation you are involved withare in a position to contribute, please visit our website to find out more.

https://www.disabilitysporthb.co.nz/support-us/

💙 “Just come and have fun.”

That’s 17-year-old Amy’s advice to other young people who might be nervous about giving sport a go.

Through Disability Sport and Recreation Hawke’s Bay, Amy has found more than opportunities to swim and play boccia. She’s found friendship, confidence, community and a place where she can truly be herself. 🏊‍♀️🏅

Amy's already achieving big things and has plenty more goals ahead, but for her, the best part of sport is simple:

❤️ “I like to see all my friends, that’s the best part.”

👉 Read Amy’s inspiring story and discover what sport has meant to her.
https://www.disabilitysporthb.co.nz/blog/post/169354/amy-member-story/

One morning. Two fantastic opportunities!

Come along to what is sure to be an energising and exhilarating Sense Rugby session followed by an inspiring and exciting experience at the Magpies Captain's Run. Rocco will also be completing his final push on his staircase challenge, and he would love to have you there in support.

Sense Rugby will finish at 10:15am, giving us plenty of time to get to the Captain's Run.

Please wear your DSRHB t-shirt if possible.

Sign up via Hello Club to be part of the action!

https://disabilitysporthb.helloclub.com/public/event/6a3ca44637832d4dada22a7a/sense-rugby-session-and-magpies-captains-run

ROCCO'S STAIR-ATHON --- 5000 STAIR STEPS!!

Rocco is a 9 year old boy with cerebral palsy. In May 2024, Rocco underwent SDR (Selective Dorsal Rhizotomy) surgery in America. This enabled him to walk again without having to use a walker and he can now participate in sports such as basketball and the Weetbix Triathlon. He is currently able to walk without aides 🏆
Rocco has gone from strength to strength and embraces any challenge; he is a go-getter.
He is keen to raise funds for Disability Sport and Recreation Hawke's Bay and to do this, he has set himself the challenge of climbing 5000 stair steps in his ultra stair-athon! Funds raised will go to help get the Hawke's Bay Halberg team to the Halberg games in Auckland.
If funds allow, securing hire for a basketball facility, is also on the list; Rocco is a massive basketball nut!
With the help of his amazing family and support network, Rocco is aiming to 'step' the majority of the stair-athon challenge before the 12 of September. On the 12 of September, Rocco will complete his challenge of 5000 steps at Mclean Park with the support of the Sport and Recreation Hawkes Bay group present.
Please support this immense effort by sponsoring this incredible dude.
Go Rocco, you've got this!!
Give at:
https://givealittle.co.nz/fundraiser/roccos-stair-athon-5000-stair-steps

Ngā mihi maioha to our fabulous funders who help us to keep the epic opportunities for our athletes rolling.

If you or an organisation you know of are in a position to contribute, please visit our website to find out more.

https://www.disabilitysporthb.co.nz/support-us/

Wow! What an experience for our athletes over the weekend on the slopes of Whakapapa.

There was a flurry of highlights, including:

❄ Spending time together and seeing our athletes learn more about one another

❄ The multitude of smiles on Saturday that came from skiing successes, making new friends, having some friendly snowball fights

❄ Attempting to make a snowman and naming after Lachlan (one of our volunteers),

❄ Sledding

❄ Riding the gondola

Everyone worked so hard, even through the wet and cold weather that arrived later in the day.

We are so incredibly proud of all of our athletes for stepping out of their comfort zones and attempting new activities.

See you on the slopes again soon!