Mobility Madness is on it's way

An open gym was held Saturday for athletes to practice their skills on wheels.

The tournament is open to players of all abilities and skill levels. Their are currently about a dozen teams signed up and room for four more, registration is still open. Chairs are provided for the teams. This annual event is a major fundraiser for Dreams in motion and gives everyone a chance to play.

"Say you do not feel you are a great basketball player, or your skills are very much in the hoops area. It doesn't matter, once you get in the wheelchair we're all on the same playing field. Able-bodied, disabled individual, it doesn't matter, we all have a lot to learn as far as the game goes and so it's a fun event for everyone," said Jackie Mrachek, Dreams in Motion Coach.

March Mobility Madness will be at 1 pm, March 18, at Mandan Middle School.