In this heartwarming episode of Helping Families Go Beyond, host Loryn Carpenter sits down with professional soccer player and community leader Cade Hagan to explore his latest initiative, Sarasota Unified Sports, an adaptive sports clinic designed for individuals with exceptionalities. Cade shares the story behind his passion project, the challenges of launching it, and the incredible response from the local community. Tune in to learn how inclusive sports build confidence, connection, and resilience, not just for participants, but for families too. If you're seeking ways to help your child thrive through movement and socialization, this episode is for you.
Timestamps:
(00:00) Introducing Cade Hagan, Founder, Sarasota Unified Sports and Professional Soccer Player + School Updates
(03:45) What inspired you to start Sarasota Unified Sports?
(05:00) Benefits of adaptive sports clinics
(06:15) Adapting activities to make them more accessible
(07:45) What sports do you focus on in the clinics?
(08:45) Using sports to teach “real world” skills
(10:10) Challenges during the creation phase
(11:40) Success moments that stick out
(14:30) How this benefits the rest of the family
(16:00) Collaborating
(17:45) Who are your clinics open to?
(20:10) How can people get involved?
(20:50) Advice for families
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