The Knighthawks and SportsNet create a partnership to grow the game.
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — The Rochester Knighthawks and SportsNet at Rochester Rehabilitation announced today that they are creating a partnership to introduce an adaptive lacrosse program to individuals of all abilities. On Thursday, Aug. 25, the Knighthawks will be on hand at CP Rochester in Henrietta to teach the basics of lacrosse, including passing, catching, cradling, and shooting.
“It’s very important because not all of us have the accessibility to play this great game,” said Knighthawks transition man Brad Gillies. “Being able to reach out to these communities and grow the game with them is a special opportunity.”
On Thursday at 10 a.m., Gillies, Irondequoit native and Knighthawk Joe Walters, and the Knighthawks staff will hold a Lacrosse 101 session for 10 individuals and seven staff members at CP Rochester. The Knighthawks also are donating a dozen Under Armour® lacrosse sticks to SportsNet as part of their effort to encourage more participation in lacrosse.
“This is a great opportunity to grow the game of lacrosse through partnering with another local champion in our community in SportsNet,” said Knighthawks Director of Tickets Nate Snyder.
“We were very excited to meet with (SportsNet Supervisor) Michael Cocquyt and through that meeting we saw the true passion he has for increasing accessibility to various sports for individuals in this area. Getting the chance to partner with individuals/organizations that share our same values is something that we feel very strongly about as a proud member of this community.”
By partnering with the Knighthawks, SportsNet now will be able to add lacrosse to its growing list of adaptive sports, which already includes Bowling, Cycling, Swimming, Rock Climbing, Gymnastics, 1:1 Fitness, Golf, Canoeing, Water Aerobics, Sailing, and Track and Field.
SportsNet is an adaptive sports and recreation program that celebrates the accomplishments of all athletes and abilities. Since 1998 more than 6,000 participants have had the opportunity to experience adaptive sports and recreation programs through SportsNet. SportsNet is supported by a collaboration of the Al Sigl Community of Agencies, CP Rochester, and Rochester Rehabilitation.