Words By Athlete Manager, Landon McGauley Being a wheelchair user in North America comes with certain privileges that are easy to take for granted. Thanks to ADA laws, wheelchair users have access to streets, sidewalks, and businesses, along with essential features like curb cutouts and automatic doors. These conveniences make everyday life more accessible. However, in … Read more
Shelby Estocado is the epitome of grit, determination, and adaptability. Her list of accomplishments is nothing short of incredible. Since 2021, Shelby has been making waves in sports, showcasing her talent and dedication across multiple disciplines. A Champion in Every Arena From dominating the WheelWod CrossFit Games as the 3rd Fittest on Earth in 2022 … Read more
The High Fives Foundation is proud to team up again with Armada Skis, a brand synonymous with skiing’s evolution and creativity. This partnership supports adaptive athletes by providing a new design on the cutting-edge STRANGER Ski. A progressive ski design, merging carving with freestyle and freeride, now with High Fives Foundation’s signature camo pattern. Who … Read more
2024 The Last High Five End of Year Giving: December 1 – December 31, 2024 The Last High Five of 2024 is an end of year online fundraising campaign to raise awareness about High Fives Foundation Athletes and the outdoor adaptive sports community. Last year, 2,202 donors raised $575,671. Since 2015, the Last High Five … Read more
Words by Athlete Manager Landon McGauley Helping individuals regain independence is essential for reclaiming life after injury, yet true recovery goes beyond restoring physical capabilities. We strive to help athletes reconnect with what truly drives them — the passions that bring purpose, inspire resilience, and make each day worth waking up for. Whether an athlete … Read more
This October, the Tahoe Waterman Foundation proudly wrapped up the inaugural season of our Adaptive Paddling Program, partnering with an incredible group of athletes from the High Fives Foundation. Together, we celebrated the healing power of water through paddle sports, creating unforgettable experiences on the beautiful waters of North Lake Tahoe. Based at Waterman’s Landing … Read more
Each year, the Carson Burlington Memorial Fund (Team Carson) donates an adaptive sit-ski to one deserving #HighFivesAthlete, and this year, we are excited to announce Chris Collins as the 2024 recipient! Chris was awarded full funding for a Hydra Monoski, a total of $9,545, courtesy of the Burlington Family Fund. “Our family is honored to … Read more
Lawrence Green, High Fives Athlete #92, Adapts and Destroys. At High Fives Foundation, we’re honored to be part of Lawrence’s story and countless others like him to show us all what it means to truly adapt and destroy, both on and off the track. Step 1 – Getting Geared Up Lawrence starts by suiting up … Read more
This month, we’re shining a light on the impact of spinal cord injuries and the strength of those who face them. At the High Fives Foundation, we are committed to supporting athletes on their journey to recovery and beyond. Feeling inspired? Check out our latest athlete animation videos, featuring three incredible individuals who are moving … Read more
Words by Athlete Manager Landon McGauley Having been involved with the High Fives Foundation since January 2011, I had seen firsthand the support and strength of this community. But it still struck me when I experienced it again as I lay in the hospital bed after my second spinal cord injury. Though I was thousands … Read more
