Aspen Henderson to Represent Team USA in Goalball Championships

Fourteen-year-old Aspen Henderson from Apollo Beach has been selected by the United States Association of Blind Athletes (USABA) to represent Team USA at the 2026 IBSA Goalball Youth World Championships. The event is scheduled to take place in Astana, Kazakhstan, from November 27 to December 5. Aspen, who was born with aniridia, optic hypoplasia, and astigmatism, began attending the Florida School for the Deaf and Blind at age 10, where she developed her passion for goalball. Her selection highlights her dedication and talent in the sport, offering her a rare opportunity to gain international experience and contribute to Team USA's efforts on the global stage. (observernews.net)