The 2026 World Wheelchair Basketball Championships will take place in Ottawa, Canada from September 9 to 19, with every U.S. men’s and women’s game, as well as the semifinals and medal matches, streamed live on Peacock.
For the United States men, the tournament offers a chance to reclaim the Paralympic title they have held for three consecutive cycles, after finishing second in the 2022 final, while the women's squad, silver and bronze medalists at the last two Paralympics, are eager to capture their first world championship since 2010.
Coaching Change Brings Fresh Perspective
Steve Serio, who stepped down as captain, will be replaced by Scott Meyer as the new head coach of the U.S. men’s team, marking a fresh strategic direction as the Americans prepare for the showdown.
The Netherlands women have dominated recent Paralympic and world events, but the field is expected to be highly competitive, with the United States, Great Britain and other nations vying for podium spots.
Organizers describe the 2026 championships as the premier international wheelchair basketball competition between the 2026 event and the upcoming 2028 Los Angeles Paralympics, underscoring its importance in the sport’s calendar.