Press Release

SEPTEMBER 9, 2005
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
CONTACT: CHRISTINE FRANCIES, ASST. SID
260-481-6646

Turnstone Flyers Face IPFW Women's Basketball Team

Fort Wayne, IN – The nationally-ranked Turnstone Flyers Wheelchair Basketball Team will face the IPFW Women's Basketball Team in an outdoor exhibition match on Saturday, Sept. 10, at 12:30 p. m at the League For The Blind & Disabled at 5128 S. Anthony Blvd. The game is part of the South Side Pride Block Party, hosted by the League. The ladies will be equal to the guys, by playing from wheelchairs of their own, hence the name, “Spinning Wheels Contest.”

The Flyers are a nationally-ranked basketball team, infamous for their speed, agility -- and sportsmanship. Formed in 1998, their “high hopes” style and determination took them to national-level competition in only two years. Their dazzling players and leadership is truly heart-warming.

The IPFW Womens team is equally skillful, known for their shooting, and an even match for the Flyers. Will a single hour be long enough for one to out-do the other? If not, just wait ‘till next year!

For more information, call program coordinator Nancy Gasparini at the League For The Blind & Disabled at 441-0551, ext. 107, or Todd Fruehling at 459-6544.

~Dons~