NSCD IN THE NEWS
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.