USDFA and UASA at Little Legs Big Heart Conference

At the Little Legs Big Heart Conference in West Palm Beach, the United States Dwarf Futbol Association (USDFA) partnered with the United Adaptive Soccer Association (UASA) to host a multi-day soccer camp and clinic sponsored by BioMarin. Over three days, USDFA Men’s National Team members and select Women’s National Team players went through intense training sessions, focused on technical development, tactics, and building chemistry as a group. These trainings served as an important tune-up for next month’s Men’s Short Stature Copa América Championships in Asuncion, Paraguay.

The national team players also helped support a player development clinic for conference participants run by the United Adaptive Soccer Association (UASA). This clinic was for attendees of the camp who wanted to get on-field experience in a level playing field environment.  The participants participated in drills, games, and scrimmages in a fun and energetic atmosphere. The event provided athletes with valuable hands-on experience, blending high-level instruction with fun and inclusive play. This clinic provided many players with one of the few chances to be on the field with others with dwarfism.

Beyond the training, the weekend fostered new friendships, community engagement, and education about dwarf and adaptive soccer. USDFA extends sincere appreciation to it’s sponsor BioMarin, clinic organizer UASA, and to the conference organizer Little Legs Big Heart Foundation for their generous support and for creating a space that empowers athletes of all abilities.