Season 5
10 episodes · 2023
Witness sportsmanship at its finest as the best young athletes compete in different events.
1Track
As the athletes are about to leave behind family and friends for nine weeks, they are surprised by an epic skydiving opportunity. One of the athletes experiences regret. Track is revealed as the first sport and Samantha must train her fellow athletes
2Rowing
This week's sport is Rowing and Dominic is the Sport Leader. Tempers flare during training as Maggie and Brayden can’t find a rhythm. Momo has a meltdown trying to adapt while Lily demonstrates empathy even though it could affect her results.
3Adaptive Boxing
Lily, former All-Round Champion Sierra, and former WBC amateur national lightweight champion Leo Sammarelli coach the para-athletes in adaptive boxing. They focus on angles, combinations, and the importance of adapting.
4Swimming
It's Swimming. Things do not start out well for Maggie. Jackson causes a minor emergency which some athletes view as an opportunity. Brad instantly gloats, Dominic can’t seem to float and the competition is going to need a bigger boat!
5Sledge Hockey
It’s Sledge Hockey and Jackson is riding a hot streak. Training proves hard on Gurnoor, leading to mental stress. Momo needs points and a little extra effort to succeed. Dominic’s frustration continues. History is made at the Podium
6Climbing
It's Climbing. Jackson aims for a sixth straight podium appearance; Momo is inspired by the Sport Star and Lily adapts to an unusual technique. Brayden takes a moment to inspire his fellow athletes. A pinky promise impacts the podium ceremony.
7Wheelchair Basketball
It's Wheelchair Basketball... An advantage is on the line and tensions run high between the athletes. Sam is still seething from last week’s results. Lily is hoping to three-peat for a medal and a surprise at the podium proves to be a game-changer.
8Sailing
Sailing is revealed as the featured sport and a homesick Bradley is the Sport Leader. Momo is super focused but is forced into a dangerous situation. Maggie’s adaptation proves beneficial. Jackson aims for a return to podium from a two-week hiatus.
9Goalball
It’s Goalball and Dominic is noticeably absent as he deals with a family issue. The athletes are immediately put to the test as they are forced to train without seeing. The Competition makes the athletes happy, but surprises abound at the podium.
10The Arcathlon
With a tie atop the Leaderboard, The Arcathlon is back! The contest continues with the most physically and mentally demanding events ever in the history of ARC with significant points up for grabs. The first-ever Para All-Round Champion is crowned.
