From the moment Luke was old enough to understand what sports were, he knew he wanted to be part of something powerful. Watching his older sister, cousins, classmates, and athletes on TV, he was captivated by the strength, determination, and camaraderie that sports embodied. That spark lit early, and by age five, his parents enrolled him in a soccer program designed for kids with disabilities. It was his first introduction to organized sports-and he was hooked.For nearly five years, soccer was Luke's outlet and passion. But everything changed the summer before fourth grade, when he was introduced to wheelchair basketball.From his very first experience on the court, Luke knew he had found his sport. He committed himself fully to it, practicing relentlessly and working out with both the prep and varsity teams 2-3 times a week. His dedication paid off. Through years of hard work and perseverance, Luke steadily climbed the ranks.By high school, Luke had become a standout athlete in the sport. He competed at the national level twice, and in his senior year, he captured a national title as a member of the Mary Free Bed Junior Pacers. His on-court presence is marked by grit, focus, and a constantly evolving skill set. He credits much of his growth to his willingness to learn, adapt, and push himself beyond comfort zones-qualities that set him apart both as an athlete and a teammate.Not one to limit his abilities, Luke branched out in his sophomore year by joining adaptive track and field. This expansion not only developed his endurance and versatility but opened up new doors to competition, training camps, and elite-level programs. Through partnerships with organizations like GLASA (Great Lakes Adaptive Sports Association) and his high school track team, Luke earned the opportunity to compete at both State and National meets. His athletic excellence was further recognized when he was named Sport N' Spokes Jr. Athlete of the Year, a prestigious national honor in the adaptive sports community.A scholar with a 4.0+ GPA and consistent Honor Roll standing, he balances academics and athletics with remarkable discipline. He is also a multi-talented student, active in band, and deeply involved in community service-volunteering 8-10 hours a week with local food pantries, school clean-ups, and church media teams. Whether it's helping his community, competing on the court, or leading in the classroom, Luke gives no% in everything he does.A former pediatric neurosurgery patient himself, he aims to become a pediatric neurosurgeon, using his personal experience to connect with and comfort young patients facing similar challenges. He plans to major in neuroscience, preparing for a career where he can make a difference both in the operating room and in people's lives.

Cate is redefining what it means to be a student-athlete. A standout in both sled hockey and wheelchair tennis, she competes at the highest levels of adaptive sports while pursuing a dual degree in Finance and Supply Chain Management at the University of Michigan, where she holds an impressive 3.97 GPA.Cate currently plays sled hockey for Belle Tire, representing Detroit on the M, AM, and women's teams. A highlight of her recent season was helping her AM team win the Midwest Sled Hockey League Championship-a particularly special accomplishment as she is the only woman on the team, and one of just three women competing in the entire league. Facing off alongside six Canadian Paralympians, Cate has proven herself as a fiercecompetitor who thrives in high-stakes, high-speed environments. She is also an alternate for theU.S. Women's National Sled Hockey Team, continuing to train and push for a spot on the world stage.But her commitment to sport doesn't end on home ice. In a recent milestone for global inclusion, Cate traveled to Mexico City with a team of elite sled hockey players-including Paralympians Josh Pauls and Tyler McGregor-to introduce the sport in Mexico for the first time. There, she taught youth and adults how to play and served as a translator, using her fluency in Spanish to make the sport more accessible to a new generation of athletes.Off the ice, Cate competes as a member of the University of Michigan's Wheelchair Tennis Team, where she's quickly made a name for herself. After only two years in the sport, she was named ITA Collegiate Wheelchair Tennis Rookie of the Year, and earned both ITAScholar-Athlete and All-Academic Team honors for her performance in the classroom and on the court.Cate's athletic journey is matched by a deep commitment to service and accessibility. A disabled athlete herself, she volunteers with the university's Disability and Accessibility Support Services, and has spent over a decade helping others-from coordinating blood drives and participating in pediatric physical therapy labs, to supporting Spanish-speaking workers in employment programs. Her mission is clear: to create more inclusive and empowering spaces, whether in sport, school, or society.With a summer internship at Bechtel's Manufacturing and Technology division and aspirations of continuing her education through graduate studies, Cate remains focused on growing as both an athlete and a changemaker. She's not just playing to win-she's playing to lead, inspire, and pave the way for the next generation of adaptive athletes.

Metro Detroit Sled Hockey is dedicated to providing individuals with physical disabilities the chance to experience the fast-paced, competitive world of sled hockey. With programs for both youth and adults, the organization supports athletes at every level—from those just learning to skate to seasoned Paralympians. Their mission is rooted in promoting inclusion, teamwork, and personal growth, all within a supportive and empowering community. Recent highlights include winning the Tier 1 Adult 2025 Midwest Sled Hockey League Championship and the Tier 4 Adult 2025 USA Hockey Sled National Championship. They also proudly hosted the first-ever North American Women’s Sled Hockey Tournament.To learn more or get involved, visit www.metrodetroitsledhockey.orgFacebook: www.facebook.com/BelleTireSledHockey

Caiden is a trailblazing wheelchair tennis athlete and master's student in Sport Management at the University of Michigan. The first wheelchair athlete in school history to earn All-American honors and compete in a collegiate national championship, Caiden also held the #1 USTA national ranking in both singles and doubles, cementing himself as a leader in adaptive athletics.  Beyond the court, Caiden is deeply involved in growing access to sport. He has contributed to research on inclusive marketing, helped coordinate events through the Adaptive Sports and Fitness program, and mentors young athletes at USTA junior development camps. His academic work includes collaborations with Harvard Business School and ongoing efforts to develop equitable pathways in sport.Caiden's goal is to drive progress in adaptive sport development and inclusive brand partnerships, using his platform to make sports more accessible, visible, and rewarding for all.

Born three and a half months premature and diagnosed with moderate cerebral palsy and spastic quadriplegia, Brooke has been defying expectations since day one. After doctors said she would never walk, she proved them wrong, relearning how to walk not once, but three times, after multiple surgeries and years of rehabilitation.  At age seven, Brooke discovered sled hockey during a stay at Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital, and it changed everything. What began as a modified outlet for her passion quickly became her purpose. Brooke has competed at multiple Toyota USA Disabled Hockey Festivals, earning podium finishes in both youth and adult divisions. She now plays for Belle Tire Sled Hockey and has her sights set on the USA Women's Development Sled Hockey Team, aiming to compete internationally.  A fierce competitor and powerful public speaker, Brooke combines her love for athletics with advocacy, sharing her story with thousands to promote inclusion, resilience, and the strength found in adaptability. This fall, she begins her studies in neuroscience at the University of Michigan on a pre-dental track, continuing her mission to empower others both on and off the ice.