March/April 2026

Becoming Independent Bowl The “Becoming Independent Bowl” flag football game took place on Feb. 8 at Cardinal Newman High School in Santa Rosa. The event, hosted by Becoming Independent, brought together athletes, families, friends and community supporters to celebrate inclusion, visibility and community spirit. Members of the Cardinal Newman High School football team coached and cheered on the athletes, creating an encouraging and festive atmosphere. The game was followed by a celebration highlighting the abilities and achievements of adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). To learn more, visit becomingindependent.org . [All photos courtesy of Brad Davis Photography]

Becoming Independent ‘BI Bowl’ Athletes and Cardinal Newman Student Coaches

Celebration hug

Post game celebration

Casey H. running for the touchdown with the assist of Greg W.

Cardinal Newman Student Coaches

March | April 2026

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