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A five-time Paralympic skier heads to Milan Cortina. It all began in Winter Park.

March 6th, 2026

Post Independent

From a player on the U.S. National Handball team to a five-time Paralympic skier, Jasmin Bambur remains committed to an active lifestyle.


50th Wells Fargo Ski Cup brings a six-figure income for the NSCD

March 5th, 2026

Colorado Politics

The 50th annual Wells Fargo Ski Cup, held Feb. 19-21 at Winter Park Resort, has raised $932,500 for the National Sports Center for the Disabled.


13 Coloradans to Watch at the 2026 Milan Winter Paralympics

March 4th, 2026

5280

Team USA secured a record-breaking 12 gold medals during the Winter Olympics. Now it’s the Paralympians’ turn to score some hardware.


Wells Fargo Ski Cup hits the slopes for a cause

February 18th, 2026

KUSA 9News

The long-running Wells Fargo Ski Cup returns this weekend, combining mountain fun with fundraising for the National Sports Center for the Disabled.


Nat’l Sports Center for the Disabled CEO Julie Taulman Wells Fargo Ski Cup

February 18th, 2026

KOA 850AM

Julie Taulman is CEO of Nat’l Sports Center for the Disabled. We’ll discuss the 50th Annual Wells Fargo Ski Cup – NSCD which takes place tomorrow through Saturday at the Winter Park Ski Resort.


Discovering the National Sports Center for the Disabled: 55 Years of Impact

February 10th, 2026

Colorado & Me

Julie Taulman, President and CEO of the National Sports Center for the Disabled (NSCD), shared the story of NSCD’s beginnings, its mission, and the programs that make a difference today. In the interview, Julie highlighted how NSCD got started, the ways it supports individuals with disabilities through sports and recreation, and the impact the organization continues to have in the community.


Celebrating the Milestone 50th Wells Fargo Ski Cup and the Pathway to the Paralympics

January 29th, 2026

Denver 7 Colorado News (KMGH)

Julie Taulman, President and CEO of the National Sports Center for the Disabled (NSCD), and Kyle Taulman, an elite adaptive athlete, shared what makes this year’s Milestone 50th Wells Fargo Ski Cup so special. Julie reflected on the event’s five decades of impact, encouraging the community to get involved by showing up, cheering on athletes, and participating in the event auction, while Kyle spoke about his competitive journey and the role NSCD plays in supporting athletes on their path to excellence.


In Her Own Words: Julie Taulman makes outdoor sports accessible for people with disabilities – The Business Journals

December 12th, 2025

The Business Journals

The enjoyment of outdoor sports should be experienced by everyone, including those with disabilities. Julie Taulman has dedicated her life to making sure that happens.


Free skiing program helps veterans with disabilities find camaraderie and freedom on the slopes

December 4th, 2025

Denver 7 Colorado News (KMGH)

A new free ski program from the National Sports Center for the Disabled is helping veterans with disabilities reconnect — covering transportation, lift tickets, gear and adaptive equipment.


Koelbel and Co., town of Winter Park open adaptive playground at Idlewild Park

November 5th, 2025

Colorado Real Estate Journal

Rendezvous along with Koelbel and Co. and the National Sports Center for the Disabled hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony last month to celebrate the grand opening of an adaptive playground at Idlewild Park – a first-of-its-kind space designed to welcome children of all abilities.


JHL Constructors Golf Tournament Raises $100K for NSCD

October 29th, 2025

Mile High CRE

The National Sports Center for the Disabled (NSCD) announced today that this year’s JHL Kids Classic Golf Tournament, hosted by JHL Constructors, at The Ridge at Castle Pines North, raised more than $100,000 to support NSCD’s adaptive sports and recreation programs. With nearly 150 attendees, the event brought together community members, partners and supporters for a day of golf and giving.


NSCD Receives Governor’s Award for Advancing Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility in Tourism

October 24th, 2025

NSCD

The National Sports Center for the Disabled (NSCD) announced today it has been awarded the 2025 Governor’s Award for Advancing Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Accessibility in Tourism, a prestigious recognition presented by the Colorado Tourism Office.


JHL Constructors hosted a golf tournament benefiting the NSCD – raising over $100,000 for adaptive programs

October 21st, 2025

NSCD

The National Sports Center for the Disabled (NSCD) announced today that this year’s JHL Kids Classic Golf Tournament, hosted by JHL Constructors at The Ridge at Castle Pines North, raised more than $100,000 to support NSCD’s adaptive sports and recreation programs.


The NSCD Launches a Dynamic Fourth Quarter with New Adaptive Camps, Lessons, and Winter Retreats

October 16th, 2025

NSCD

The National Sports Center for the Disabled (NSCD) is closing out the year with a robust lineup of adaptive programs designed to empower athletes of all abilities.


The National Sports Center for the Disabled has been honored as a 2025 Partner in Philanthropy by the Denver Business Journal

October 10th, 2025

Denver Business Journal

The National Sports Center for the Disabled (NSCD) announced today they have been selected as a 2025 honoree of the Denver Business Journal’s (DBJ) Partners in Philanthropy award.


Adaptive park now open in Winter Park welcomes kids of all abilities

October 3rd, 2025

DENVER (KDVR)

A first-of-its-kind playground designed to welcome children of all abilities is now open in Winter Park.


The National Center for Disabled – Congratulations!

August 21st, 2025

Winter Park & Fraser Chamber

The National Center for Disabled is honored to announce that the NSCD has been named a 2025 Partner in Philanthropy award winner by the Denver Business Journal.


Saddle Up With the National Sports Center for the Disabled

August 2nd, 2025

5280 Magazine

The nonprofit recently splurged on a new fleet of adaptive bikes, opening new trails for Front Range adventurers


No Barriers Podcast Episode 206: Redefining Independence:

July 31st, 2025

No Barriers

Julie and Kyle Taulman’s Advice for Families and Disabled Adventurers


NSCD’s President & CEO named one of ColoradoBiz Magazine’s 2025 Top Women in Colorado Businesses

July 30th, 2025

ColoradoBiz

This recognition celebrates NSCD’s President & CEO, Julie Taulman, and her transformative leadership and her dedication to advancing inclusion through adaptive sports and recreation. Under her guidance, the NSCD continues to innovate, break barriers, and create life-changing opportunities for individuals with disabilities.


National Sports Center for the Disabled gets kids and veterans outside with adaptive recreation

June 26th, 2025

Sky Hi News

The National Sports Center for the Disabled has kicked off its summer season, as they provide outdoor adventures and team-building experiences to those with disabilities.


Fly Fishing in the Rockies Event To Take Place In RMNP

June 18th, 2025

Estes Park News

Have you ever wanted to learn how to fly fish? Have you been fly fishing before, but it’s been a while? In coordination with the National Sports Center for the Disabled (NSCD), Rocky Mountain National Park is hosting the event “Fly Fishing in the Rockies” Saturday, June 21, 2025.


The Shredders: An Adaptive Sports Group for Kids with Down Syndrome

June 13th, 2025

Colorado Parent

When Kris and Corey Frey’s son Ben, who has Down syndrome, started private ski lessons, they never imagined it would lead to a full-blown adaptive sports community. But what began as a way for Ben to enjoy the mountains has grown into something much bigger: a movement that’s helping kids with disabilities build confidence, learn new skills, and create community.


Volunteers make a difference, supporting people of all ages to shine in sports and activities

April 22nd, 2025

Sky Hi News

Volunteers help people’s dreams of being on the snow become reality


Skier reclaims her passion after injury, inspires others at Winter Park Resort to do the same

February 19th, 2025

Denver 7 Colorado News (KMGH)

Mackinzie “Kinzie” Dickman teaches others how to sit-ski and trains to be a Paralympic ski racer with the National Sports Center for the Disabled.


Colorado Snowsports Hall of Fame recognizes local sports center with Top of the Hill award

September 12th, 2024

Sky-Hi News

The National Sports Center for the Disabled, one of the nation’s leading providers of adaptive outdoor recreation, has been honored with the 2024 Top of the Hill award from The Colorado Snowsports Hall of Fame.


National adaptive sports organization for people with disabilities relocates to JeffCo

May 7th, 2024

Denver Business Journal

The organization finds a campus fit for its new mountain bike program.


New space at the Jefferson County Fairgrounds gives new opportunities

May 5th, 2024

9News

GOLDEN, Colo. — The National Sports Center for the Disabled (NSCD) has opened its new Adaptive Program Center at the Jefferson County Fairgrounds.


National Sports Center for the Disabled has new second home in the Front Range

May 4th, 2024

The Denver Post

Venerable organization, a leader in adaptive snow sports for more than 50 years, opens spacious facility at Jeffco Fairgrounds.


Disabled students cycle, try archery at a new Golden adaptive sports complex

May 2nd, 2024

The Denver Gazette

More than 100 students from Aurora Public Schools had a field day — literally and figuratively — Wednesday at the National Sports Center for the Disabled’s recently-opened complex in Golden, Colo., on the Jefferson County Fairgrounds. Students, many of whom were disabled, got to experience archery, cycling and an obstacle course — some for the first time.


National Sports Center for the Disabled opens new adaptive program center in Colorado

May 2nd, 2024

CBS News Colorado

The National Sports Center for the Disabled celebrated the opening of its new NSCD Adaptive Program Center located at the Jefferson County Fairgrounds.


Disabled students get taste of outdoors recreation through National Sports Center for the Disabled expansion in Jefferson County Fairgrounds

May 1st, 2024

The Gazette


Adaptive Skier New to Racing Finds Home in Winter Park

March 10th, 2024

9News

Noah Bury has been skiing for the better part of his 21 year existence, but this is no longer a winter hobby.


Winter Park Sit Skier Trevor Kennison Brings Film to his Hometown

December 8th, 2023

Sky-High News

Winter Park resident Trevor Kennison’s life changed forever, when he took a 40-foot jump in Vail’s backcountry and caught an edge.


2023-24 U.S. Para Alpine Ski Team Announced

October 16th, 2023

US Ski and Snowboard

U.S. Ski & Snowboard officially announced the 12 athletes who have accepted their nomination to the 2023-24 U.S. Para Alpine Ski Team across all classifications and disciplines.


Paralyzed from the waist down, Jasmin Bambur of Granby preps for third Paralympic Games

Sky-Hi News
January 5, 2018

Jasmin Bambur’s dream came true in 2010. He rolled alone into the BC Place Stadium in Vancouver, Canada, in front of thousands of screaming fans, clutching the red, white and blue Serbian flag. It was a day he’d been thinking about since he watched his father on television years earlier as a coach in the 1984 Sarajevo Winter Olympics. It was also a dream he wasn’t sure he’d ever accomplish.