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Wheelchair Basketball

The Pittsburgh Steelwheelers Wheelchair Basketball Team consists of individuals spanning a wide variety of ages and abilities. We are always looking to bring in new members who are looking for a way to stay healthy and active despite having a disability. The Steelwheelers can help get you started! Please use the Contact page to reach out to us and let us know you're interested!

Two players, one in a blue jersey and one in white, reach up to tip the basketball

About Wheelchair Basketball

Wheelchair basketball uses many of the same rules as its counterpart, but special rules accommodate dribbling and shooting from a wheelchair.

Mike Adams, wearing a white jersey with 24 on it, gets ready to shoot the ball while a player in a black jersey tries to block him

Adult Basketball

The Pittsburgh Steelwheelers adult wheelchair basketball team competes from September until April.

A young player smiles while on the court

Youth Basketball

The Steel City Swish is the only youth competitive wheelchair basketball team in the greater Pittsburgh area.

Sticcs, an older veteran player wearing number 4, smiles and gives a high five to Braeden, wearing number 11, a young, first year player
“This sport is amazing in its ability to bring those with different disabilities, backgrounds, and life experiences together to achieve one goal: to be the best for yourself and your team.”

Chris Mielo

Steelwheelers Wheelchair Basketball Coach

Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or would like to get involved, please contact us!

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