ABOUT US
Aztec Adaptive Sports is an SDSU Recognized Student Organization (RSO). Our goal is to expand awareness of the adaptive sports movement to the SDSU and San Diego community. We have already helped build the first ever collegiate level adaptive sports program on the west coast: the SDSU Adapted Athletics.
Join our student organization as we listen to Paralympic Athletes’ stories, participate in wheelchair basketball, sitting volleyball and track & field events, and volunteer at regional adaptive sports events. As a member, you can surround yourself with like-minded individuals who are passionate about providing competitive sports opportunities at SDSU for all athletes, as well as helping the surrounding San Diego community. Students of all abilities are welcome in our student organization!
CURRENT MISSION
To ensure that every student, regardless of physical ability, has access to fitness and athletic programming, from recreational to elite, at San Diego State University, and a community of support around them.
OUR HISTORY
The Aztec Adaptive Sports student organization was founded by Kathy McCarty, then instructor in the adaptive fitness clinic at SDSU, in the 2015-2016 academic school year. While attending an adaptive sports youth camp she realized that SDSU did not offer any adaptive sports to its students. She later teamed up with Dr. Antoinette Domingo, assistant professor in the DPT department at SDSU, and together wrote and won grants that helped jump start the program.
In fall of 2016, the duo came across their first adaptive athlete at SDSU, 2016 Track and Field Paralympian, Ahkeel Whitehead. With Ahkeel on the team, a new wave of passion and enthusiasm was infused into the program as he was the first athlete to compete for Aztec Adaptive Sports. In Spring 2017 the team put together the first adaptive sports colloquium in Montezuma Hall which introduced the idea of an adaptive sports program at SDSU. This event was organized by Ryan Lieu, head of operations of Aztec Adaptive Sports, and had 150 people in attendance. This event rippled throughout the community and has caused many to begin to look at SDSU as a place to house adaptive sports.
CURRENT OFFICERS
Introducing our 2026-27 officers of Aztec Adaptive Sports!
William Reszitnyk
President
Hi, my name is William Reszitnyk and I am a fourth-year Kinesiology (Pre-Physical Therapy) major. In my free time, I enjoy working out, watching soccer and spending time with my friends. I joined Aztec adaptive sports to contribute to an amazing community that encourages inclusivity and access to sports for athletes of all abilities. I have always loved sports and I believe that all people should be able to play and compete. This unique organization has provided many great opportunities for me to support athletes with physical disabilities and learn more about the adaptive sports world. If I could have a superpower it would be to learn any language quickly! I’m looking foreword to meeting all of you! :)
Danica Cobian
External VP
Hi Everyone! My name is Danica, and I'm a fourth-year Kinesiology (Pre-Physical Therapy) student serving as the External Vice President of AAS. In my free time, I enjoy hanging out with friends, going on hikes, and spending time at the beach. I joined AAS because I'm passionate about making sports more inclusive and accessible. I'm excited to promote adaptive sports, connect with other organizations, and help more students get involved!
Allison Chraska
Internal VP
Hi everyone! I am a fourth-year kinesiology pre-PT major. In my free time, I like hanging out with friends, going to the beach, and trying restaurants around San Diego. I joined AAS because I wanted to get more involved with adaptive sports and gain experience working with people with different abilities. AAS is a very unique club, and I have gained so many positive experiences through it!
Cami Hattenburg
Secretary
Hi! My name is Cami, and I am a senior majoring in Kinesiology with an emphasis in Pre-Physical Therapy. In my free time, I enjoy running, listening to music, and spending time with my friends and family. I joined Aztec Adaptive Sports because I wanted to help create inclusive opportunities for athletes of all abilities to participate in sports, build confidence, and be part of a supportive community.
Jay Ma
Co-Event/Outreach Coordinator
Madison Borja
Treasurer
Hi, my name is Madison, and I am a senior Kinesiology Pre-PT major! In my free time, I love trying new foods, playing volleyball, and crocheting. I joined AAS to give back to an underserved and overlooked community of amazing people! Not only does AAS support our adapted athletics program at SDSU, but it also actively works to reduce the stigma within the greater adapted community. As a Pre-PT student, having connections to unique physical therapy possibilities such as adapted sports has been a great opportunity!
Mia Weber
Co - Event/Outreach Coordinator
Hi! My name is Jay Ma, and I’m excited to serve as one of the AAS Co-Event & Outreach Coordinators. I’m currently a third-year student majoring in Kinesiology (Pre-PT).In my free time, I enjoy playing pickleball and basketball, working out, and spending time with friends. I joined AAS because it offers a unique opportunity to learn more about adaptive sports and be part of an inclusive and supportive community. I wanted to step outside of my usual experiences, meet new people, and be part of a program that makes a positive impact. I’m excited to support the athletes, learn from everyone involved, and contribute to the AAS community.
I’m Mia, and I’m a senior majoring in Kinesiology with an emphasis in Pre-Physical Therapy. In my free time, I love spending time with friends, going to the beach, working out, and trying new things around San Diego. I joined Aztec Adaptive Sports because I wanted to become more involved in adaptive athletics and help create opportunities that make sports and recreation more accessible to everyone.
Lauren Sobotka
Co-Media and Marketing Officer
Darin Halverson
Co-Media and Marketing Officer
Hi! My name is Lauren Sobotka, and I am currently a fourth-year Kinesiology Pre-PT major. In my free time, I enjoy going to the gym, hanging out with my friends, and learning to surf. I joined Aztec Adaptive Sports because I wanted to learn more about adaptive sports, and this club provides me with a really unique opportunity to do so. If I could have any superpower, it would be to teleport because I would love to be able to see the whole world. Super excited to meet all of you guys this year!
Hi I’m Darin! Im a senior majoring in Kinesiology Pre-Physical Therapy with a minor in Spanish. In my free time I’ve been enjoying learning to surf, training for my second half marathon, and hiking. I joined AAS because I wanted the chance to support my Aztec community and help to create more inclusivity on campus! I know firsthand the positive impact that athletics has, and it’s important to me that everyone gets to experience that. If I had a superpower, I would want to fly because I would never be stuck in traffic again.
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