a-s-a wing-man (n.)  Any individual (man or woman, fast or slow) who lends his/her heart and legs to empower an ASA athlete to cross the finish line and at the same time raises awareness and funds for the organization.

The  wingman  Program

The WingMan program empowers individuals with disabilities (ASA Athlete) the opportunity to train and race in mainstream running and multi-sport events. Each ASA Athlete is supported by his or her own unique Team of WingMen and “Together We Finish.”

ASA provides the ASA Athlete and his or her WingMan team with all of the equipment and resources necessary to cross the finish line including: help picking a race, hosting regularly scheduled group run opportunities, and managing all race day logistics. 
Profile of a WingMan
Our Reach
An ASA WingMan may be  fresh off the couch, an experienced athlete, a professional athlete, young, old, male or female, fast or slow. A WingMan does not need to have experience with individuals living with disabilities, nor do they need to have experience racing, just the desire to train and run with our Atheltes
WingMan Requirements
  • Commit to raise $350 by race day* (High School and College students commit to raise $150 by race day and attend three group training runs)
  • Attend a group run session prior to race day
  • Agree to the ASA Code of Conduct, the Rules of the Road, and Participation Waiver
  • Cover race registration fee and travel expenses
The ASA WingMan Program started in Baltimore County, and we are thrilled to have additional ASA WingMan Communities thriving in Anne Arundel County, Baltimore City, South Central PA, Eastern Shore, Harford County, Howard County, and Frederick County. An ASA WingMan Community consists of Volunteer Community Coordinator(s), WingMen , and ASA Athletes that regularly train and race together.

ASA provides the Athlete and his or her WingMan team with all of the equipment and resources necessary to cross the finish line. 

Take the First step to becoming a wingman today!

2018 WINGMAN APPLICATION
Benefits to Athlete
Benefits to WingMan
  • The exhilaration of participating in running, biking, or swimming events
  • The opportunity to enjoy physical activity outdoors
  • The warmth of a supportive team offering encouragement and enthusiasm
  • The thrill of competition
  • The satisfaction of finishing
  • The hospitality from and inclusion in a loving community
  • The opportunity to meet new people
  • The experience of making a positive difference through a great cause!
  • A healthy and active lifestyle
  • The connection to a welcoming supportive community ​ 
  • A custom ASA racing top 
  • ASA group runs
  • Fundraising support through an online giving platform 
“I never realized how life-giving acting as another person’s legs could be. To experience a short period of life laughing, competing, and pushing the limits with Spencer helped me see again that one of life’s greatest treasures is the treasure of helping people go places they have never gone or may never get to go. In doing so I was taken to new places of joy and hope myself…I can’t wait to do this again. I may have been Spencer’s legs for a race, but he is my inspiration for taking risks that make life so meaningful”.  
- Pat Goodman, ASA WingMan
Questions?
Please feel free to contact Lisa Cooper our WingMan Program Director at wingman@asa.run with any questions or for additional information.