The American Association of Adapted Sports Programs (AAASP) is thrilled to welcome Coach Ron Lykins, Head Coach of the University of Missouri Wheelchair Basketball Team, as the featured presenter and trainer for the upcoming AAASP Wheelchair Basketball Coaching Clinic, taking place Friday, September 19, 2025, from 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM at Clayton Central Office South (The Eagles Nest), Hampton, GA.
Coach Lykins is widely regarded as one of the most accomplished leaders in the sport of wheelchair basketball. In addition to his role at the University of Missouri, he was recently appointed to the 2025 U.S. Men’s Wheelchair Basketball National Team Staff. He is the only coach in history to have led both the U.S. Men’s and Women’s teams to Paralympic Gold medals. Known for his tactical expertise and athlete-centered coaching philosophy, Coach Lykins brings unmatched insight and experience to the court.
“We are honored to have Coach Lykins lead this year’s clinic,” said AAASP Executive Director Dr. Jenny Millward. “His leadership, knowledge of the game, and unique approach to coaching are exactly what our coaches need to continue building strong, competitive, and empowering programs for student athletes with disabilities across Georgia.”
The AAASP Wheelchair Basketball Coaching Clinic will include:
- In-depth sessions on wheelchair basketball rules, drills, and team strategy
- Inclusive coaching techniques for working with athletes of all ability levels
- Hands-on demonstrations and scrimmage observation
- Q&A with Coach Lykins and networking opportunities
- Tools and resources to enhance wheelchair basketball programs at all levels
This one-day clinic is open to all current AAASP coaches and is designed to provide both new and experienced coaches with the knowledge, confidence, and skills to lead successful adapted sports teams. A special thank you to the Clayton County School District for hosting the clinic at Central Office South (The Eagles Nest, home of the Clayton County Eagles adapted sports program). For more information, please visit: www.adaptedsports.org.
The American Association of Adapted Sports Programs (AAASP), headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, will celebrate its 30th year as a 501c3 organization that provides the infrastructure for adapted athletics to Local Educational Agencies, State High School Associations and State Departments of Education. AAASP offers the pathway for education-based adapted athletics for students with qualifying disabilities in grades 1-12. The AAASP model has been in place since 1996, and ensures students with disabilities the opportunity to experience the benefits of education-based sport competition, just as their non-disabled peers. For more information, please visit our website at http://adaptedsports.org or join our conversations on X at: @AdaptedSports.
