Irving Outlaws to Host National Wheelchair Football Tournament in Dallas Nov. 1-2
Irving Outlaws to Host National Wheelchair Football Tournament in Dallas Nov. 1-2; Full Roster and Game Schedule
DALLAS, Texas - The Irving Outlaws Wheelchair Football Team will welcome teams from across the country to North Texas for the USA Wheelchair Football League's third national tournament of the 2026 season, scheduled for Nov. 1-2 at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center in downtown Dallas.
The tournament, hosted by Irving-based nonprofit RISE Adaptive Sports, will feature teams representing NFL franchises and adaptive sports organizations competing over two days. Games will be played in Hall C, with the championship scheduled for Monday, Nov. 2, at 2 p.m.
Admission is free and open to the public, giving North Texas residents an opportunity to watch competitive wheelchair football and support the hometown Irving Outlaws.
Irving Outlaws Originally Competed as Dallas Cowboys Wheelchair Football Club
The Irving Outlaws were established in 2022 by RISE Adaptive Sports, an Irving-based nonprofit organization that provides adaptive recreational sports programs for individuals with physical disabilities. The Irving Outlaws played its first tournament in August of 2022.
The team was previously known as the Dallas Cowboys Wheelchair Football Club before adopting the Irving Outlaws name.
RISE stands for Recover, Inspire, Succeed and Empower, reflecting the organization's mission to help people with physical challenges participate in sports and recreational activities.
The Outlaws compete in the USA Wheelchair Football League (USAWFL), which was created in 2020 through a partnership involving Move United, the Bob Woodruff Foundation and the NFL's Salute to Service initiative.
Now in its sixth competitive season, the league provides organized football competition for athletes with physical disabilities, including military veterans.
The program continues to receive support through an NFL-Bob Woodruff Foundation Salute to Service partnership grant.
Eight Teams Competing in Dallas
The tournament announcement identifies eight participating teams:
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Irving Outlaws
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Birmingham Hammers
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GLASA Chicago Bears
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Kansas City Chiefs
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Las Vegas Raiders
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New Orleans Saints
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Tampa Bay Buccaneers
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WWAR Generals
The detailed pool-play schedule provided for the tournament lists seven teams, however, and does not include a game for the Birmingham Hammers.
Irving Outlaws Head Coach Welcomes Visiting Teams
Irving Outlaws Head Coach Danny Peltier said the tournament offers an opportunity to introduce wheelchair football to more North Texas residents while welcoming athletes and their families from around the country.
"RISE Adaptive Sports is excited to welcome wheelchair football teams and their families to the Dallas and Fort Worth area. Hosting a tournament here gives us a chance to share the sport with our community and show our visitors some Texas hospitality," Peltier said.
"We hope teams can arrive early and spend some time exploring; whether it's the Fort Worth Stockyards, Sundance Square, Deep Ellum, or the Bishop Arts District. With so much to see, do, and eat, there's something for everyone."
Meet the 2026 Irving Outlaws Wheelchair Football Roster
The Irving Outlaws roster includes 16 athletes, including three team captains and five players identified as veteran athletes.
| No. | Player | Designation |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | Aaron Summerill | Team Captain |
| 5 | Edward Gonzales | |
| 7 | Jason Rainey | Team Captain, Veteran Athlete |
| 8 | Taylor Nichols | |
| 10 | Jaelynn Reeves | |
| 13 | Ruben Mauricio | |
| 14 | Kelvin Taylor | Veteran Athlete |
| 23 | Adam Lucio | |
| 27 | Antoine Gray | Veteran Athlete |
| 35 | Ricardo Bennitez | |
| 42 | James Ross | |
| 52 | Zack Ruhl | Team Captain |
| 68 | Juan Soto | Veteran Athlete |
| 72 | Garrett Carter | |
| 82 | Emagyn Espinoza | |
| 88 | John Hayes Bey | Veteran Athlete |
Head Coach: Danny Peltier
Tournament Begins With Team Check-In Saturday, October 31
Although competition begins Sunday, teams and tournament officials will participate in scheduled activities Saturday, Oct. 31.
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. | Field site open for equipment drop-off |
| 6 – 7 p.m. | Officials meeting at host hotel |
| 7 – 7:30 p.m. | Team check-in at host hotel |
Sunday, November 1: Pool Play Schedule
Sunday's competition begins at 8 a.m. and continues through 7 p.m.
The published pool assignments are:
Pool A: Kansas City Chiefs, Tampa Bay Buccaneers and WWAR Generals.
Pool B: GLASA Chicago Bears, Las Vegas Raiders, Irving Outlaws and New Orleans Saints.
The away team is listed first and will wear its light or contrasting jersey. The home team is listed second and will wear its primary or dark jersey.
| Time | Game | Matchup | Field |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 a.m. | 1 | Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs. Kansas City Chiefs | 1 |
| 8 a.m. | 2 | New Orleans Saints vs. Chicago Bears | 2 |
| 10 a.m. | 3 | WWAR Generals vs. Kansas City Chiefs | 1 |
| 10 a.m. | 4 | Las Vegas Raiders vs. Irving Outlaws | 2 |
| Noon – 1 p.m. | Lunch break | ||
| 1 p.m. | 5 | New Orleans Saints vs. Las Vegas Raiders | 1 |
| 1 p.m. | 6 | Irving Outlaws vs. Chicago Bears | 2 |
| 3 p.m. | 7 | WWAR Generals vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers | 1 |
| 3 p.m. | 8 | Las Vegas Raiders vs. Chicago Bears | 2 |
| 5 p.m. | 9 | New Orleans Saints vs. Irving Outlaws | 1 |
Irving Outlaws Play Three Games on Sunday
Local fans will have three opportunities to watch the Irving Outlaws during Sunday's pool-play competition.
The Outlaws open against the Las Vegas Raiders at 10 a.m. on Field 2.
Their second game is scheduled for 1 p.m. against the GLASA Chicago Bears, also on Field 2.
Irving closes its Sunday schedule against the New Orleans Saints at 5 p.m. on Field 1.
The results will help determine the team's placement in Monday's competition.
Monday, November 2: Final Games and Championship
Competition resumes Monday at 8 a.m., with teams assigned to matchups based on their positions following pool play.
The championship game is scheduled for 2 p.m. on Field 1.
| Time | Game | Matchup | Field |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 a.m. | 10 | Pool B No. 4 vs. Pool A No. 3 | 1 |
| 10 a.m. | 11 | Pool A No. 2 vs. Pool B No. 1 | 1 |
| 10 a.m. | 12 | Pool B No. 2 vs. Pool A No. 1 | 2 |
| Noon | 13 | Pool A No. 3 vs. Pool B No. 3 | 2 |
| 2 p.m. | 14 | Third-place game, matchup pending clarification | 2 |
| 2 p.m. | 15 | Championship game, matchup pending clarification | 1 |
The supplied Monday schedule contains conflicting team-advancement information for the final two games. The championship matchup lists the winner of Game 10 twice, while the third-place matchup is labeled as a third-place game despite listing the losers of Games 10 and 11. Those assignments will need confirmation from tournament organizers.
Free Admission and Volunteer Opportunities
The Dallas tournament is free and open to spectators throughout both days of competition.
Organizers are also seeking volunteers to assist with the event.
Tournament details
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Dates: Sunday, Nov. 1, and Monday, Nov. 2, 2026
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Location: Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center, Hall C, Dallas
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Sunday competition: 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
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Monday competition: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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Championship game: Monday at 2 p.m.
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Admission: Free
The complete tournament information is available at Move United's 2026 tournament page.
Those interested in volunteering can visit Move United's USAWFL tournament volunteer page.
