Welcome to UW-Whitewater, the bedrock of the U.S. Paralympic wheelchair basketball teams

A tradition of excellence

The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater has a long and storied tradition of excellence in wheelchair basketball. The Warhawks have won 12 national championships, more than any other school in the country. They have also produced more than 20 Paralympic medalists, including 10 gold medalists.

A pipeline to the Paralympics

UW-Whitewater has been a major pipeline to the U.S. Paralympic wheelchair basketball teams. In fact, the Warhawks have had at least one player on the U.S. team at every Paralympic Games since 1992.

Recent success

The Warhawks continued their success in recent years. They won the national championship in 2019 and 2020. They also had three players on the U.S. team that won the gold medal at the 2020 Paralympic Games in Tokyo.

What makes UW-Whitewater so successful?

There are several factors that contribute to UW-Whitewater's success in wheelchair basketball. First, the university has a strong commitment to the sport. It provides the Warhawks with excellent facilities and resources.

Second, UW-Whitewater has a great coaching staff. Head coach Ron Lykins is one of the most successful coaches in the history of wheelchair basketball. He has won 12 national championships and has coached the U.S. Paralympic team to two gold medals.

Finally, UW-Whitewater has a tradition of attracting top-notch athletes. The Warhawks have a strong recruiting program that brings in some of the best wheelchair basketball players in the country.

The future of wheelchair basketball at UW-Whitewater

The future of wheelchair basketball at UW-Whitewater is bright. The Warhawks have a young and talented team that is poised to continue their success. They are also well-positioned to continue to be a major pipeline to the U.S. Paralympic team.

With the university's continued commitment to the sport, the coaching staff's leadership, and the tradition of attracting top-notch athletes, the Warhawks will remain a force to be reckoned with in wheelchair basketball for years to come.