AASA Hosts the First-Ever Amputee Soccer Clinic in Boise with the Challenged Athletes Foundation

History was made in Boise, Idaho, as the American Amputee Soccer Association (AASA) teamed up with the Challenged Athletes Foundation (CAF-Idaho) to host the region’s first-ever amputee soccer clinic. This milestone event marked a powerful step in expanding access to adaptive sports in the Northwest and giving local athletes with limb differences an opportunity to experience the game.

The clinic was led by an inspiring group of national team athletes and leaders in the amputee soccer movement. Jenny Gray, a CAF-Idaho grant recipient and the U.S. Women’s Amputee Soccer Team captain at the inaugural Women’s Amputee Soccer World Cup, brought her leadership and passion to the field. She was joined by Nico Calabria, captain of the U.S. Men’s National Amputee Soccer Team, whose story and skill continue to inspire athletes worldwide. Rounding out the coaching trio was Jovan Booker, a rising star and fellow national team member, who brought high energy and firsthand insights to every drill.

The event provided athletes with the chance to learn ball control, passing, and teamwork in a welcoming and empowering environment. It also showcased the strength of partnerships between local organizations like CAF-Idaho and national bodies like AASA in making adaptive soccer more accessible.

This clinic wasn’t just a game—it was a statement. Boise is now part of a growing map of cities helping change the narrative around disability and sport.