Dan McEntire, MD, President
Dan is an interventional gastroenterologist in Boise, Idaho, and the founder of Gem State Sports. Inspired by his son Parker's journey after paralysis from acute flaccid myelitis (AFM), Dan saw …
Tommy Schroeder, Director of Youth Athletics
Tommy Schroeder is a veteran wheelchair basketball player, coach, and co-founder of the Gem State Falcons, Idaho’s first NWBA team. Born with spina bifida, Schroeder has used a wheelchair his …
Tommy Schroeder
Tommy Schroeder Tommy Schroeder is a veteran wheelchair basketball player, coach, and co-founder of the Gem State Falcons, Idaho’s first NWBA team. Born with spina bifida, Schroeder has used a …
How do I connect with the team?
We use the app SportsEngine to manage our team’s rosters, chats, schedule, RSVPs, and tournaments. Download the app and get connected: iOS devices | Android devices.
I don’t have a basketball wheelchair.
Don’t worry. We have a handful of basketball wheelchairs available at our weekly practice sessions. Come and try it out, and as you get more serious about the sport you …
I have a disability …
Join the club! Literally. You are welcome here. Come and be a part of our community of friendship, teamwork, and basketball. We’re not just building athletes — we’re building character. …
How do I join?
Easy. Just go to our JOIN page and submit the form. There are no fees, we just need contact information. Once you join, you’ll be contacted by a Gem State …
Are there tryouts? Could I get cut from the team?
There are no tryouts. Anyone that wants to be a part of our community and participate in good sportsmanship and teamwork is welcome.
What team will I be on?
There are three teams: Adult, Junior Varsity (coming soon), and Prep. Anyone 18+ years old is eligible for the Adult team, 14-17 year olds are eligible for the Junior Varsity …
How much does it cost to join?
Nothing! Joining the Gem State Falcons adult team, junior varsity, or prep team is free. There is NO registration fee to join the team. Thanks to our generous donors, we …