Blind Tennis: Coaches’ perspectives on an Australian-based program
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vision impaired, inclusive sport, coachesAbstract
We generally think of Melbourne Park as the home of the Australian Open. Few would be aware that it is also home throughout the year to a program that attracts a loyal group of blind and vision impaired players. This program joins a growing number of national and international tennis programs that are breaking down long standing barriers for individuals who are blind or vision impaired (Lin, 2004). Reversing what was previously considered impossible, tennis is no longer only played by players with sight. It is now a fully inclusive sport that can also be enjoyed by persons who are blind or vision impaired. This paper reviews the Melbourne Park Blind Tennis program that is truly remarkable in terms of the benefits it affords all participants.
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