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Adaptive sports for young people in Langa

Sport that rewrites what's possible.

Langa Scorpions empowers young persons with disabilities through wheelchair basketball, life skills, and community. Building confidence on and off the court.

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30+
Athletes in program
13
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Langa Scorpions celebrating with the championship trophy
Our first program

Wheelchair Basketball

Structured weekly practices, competitive matches, and mentorship for young persons with disabilities aged 16 to 35. Chairs and equipment are provided, all we ask is your commitment.

  • Free coaching from experienced adaptive-sport coaches
  • Provided sports wheelchairs and gear
  • Life-skills workshops and mentorship
  • Pathway to provincial and national competition
Learn about the program
Athlete stories

Every athlete has a spark.

All stories
Nolitha Kibido
Nolitha Kibido

From Langa to the National Team

A 2015 rookie now representing South Africa.

Nolitha is a 26-year-old wheelchair basketball player who began her basketball journey in 2015. She is a dedicated member of the Langa Scorpions Wheelchair Basketball Club and has proudly represented South Africa at national team level. Known for her commitment, discipline, and passion for the sport, Nolitha continues to inspire other athletes through her hard work and determination both on and off the court.

Sive Hlazo
Sive Hlazo

Future National Team Star in the Making

Chasing the South African national team jersey.

Sive Hlazo is a 21-year-old wheelchair basketball player and a dedicated member of the Langa Scorpions Wheelchair Basketball Club. He is passionate about the sport and is working hard towards his goal of representing the South African national team in the future.

Your support builds the team.

Right now, our athletes need sports energy drinks to fuel every game and training session, team apparel to wear the badge with pride, new wheelchairs and equipment so no one is left on the sidelines, and transport to get every athlete to practice and to matches. Every rand you give goes straight to the court.

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The organizations and grantors making Scorpions possible — season after season.