Challenger Sports League, which began the summer of 2002, has been an overwhelming success story! We started in 2002 with 8 players and 4 years later we are now four teams with a total of 105 players. In 2006, Challenger sports league added another success story. Joining Challenger in September 2006 was Sunshine Bowling. Challenger Sunshine Bowling League has 55 players and bowls every Saturday from September to May.

Our Challenger league is open to players of all ages. Each player has a physical or mental condition that limits their participation in Baseball or Bowling competitive programs. Games are structured to allow all players to be involved as they are able. Traditional rules are modified and the focus is always on having fun while learning the game. Players are recognized for their efforts at baseball and bowling banquets. They each receive a trophy for the season. Throughout the year players enjoy pizza parties at their events. They also have a holiday party, a summer picnic, a valentine dance and a “prom” experience. Baseball is free and currently there is a $3.00 charge per week for bowling.

We plan to expand our league by adding soccer in the near future. Check back for more details.

mission statement

"...With God All things are possible" Matthew 19:26

Challenger Sports League Inc. is a safe happy place for individuals of all ages and with disabilities to experience the joy of athletic participation at a level appropriate for each athlete. Participation is the key; sportsmanship, sense of team and the joy of competition, where everyone wins, is our mission.

vision statement

Challenger Sports League Inc. has both short and long-term goals to benefit our athletes. For the near future in the Lockport area, we envision a sports complex having baseball fields with a pavilion and snack bar. Our long-range goal is to add an indoor sports center that would be accessible year-round to all disabled athletes in Niagara, Erie and Orleans counties.