NEWS FROM VANCOUVER 2010 PARALYMPIC WINTER GAMES
Results of IPC Athletes' Council Elections 2010
Vancouver/Whistler, Canada – From 10-19 March, all accredited athletes participating in the Vancouver 2010 Paralympic Winter Games had the chance to take part in the International Paralympic Committee (IPC) Athletes' Council Election.
Finalists for Whang Youn Dai Award Chosen
Six finalists have been chosen for Whang Youn Dai Achievement Award at the Closing Ceremony of the Vancouver 2010 Paralympic Winter Games.
IPC President Visits OMEGA Boutique
Sir Philip Craven, President of the International Paralympic Committee (IPC), visited OMEGA’s Paralympic Countdown Clock in downtown Vancouver and the Games Boutique at the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver on Tuesday.
Whang Youn Dai Achievement Award
Two gold medals weighing 75 grams will be presented at the Vancouver 2010 Winter Paralympic Games Closing Ceremony to two athletes, a male and a female who best exemplify the spirit of the games. This award is for Paralympians who not only achieve sporting excellence, but also exceptionally inspire and excite the world.
Three Inductees to the Visa Paralympic Hall of Fame
On 14 March, on the second day of competition of the Vancouver 2010 Paralympic Winter Games, this year's inductees were welcomed to the Paralympic Hall of Fame, presented by Visa. Inductees included Cross-Country skier Tanja Kari (FIN), Alpine skier Chris Waddell (USA), and Biathlon and Cross-Country Skiing coach Rolf Hettich (GER). The three inductees were nominated by member organizations of the IPC based on their athletic performance, history of fair play and participation in community service. Kari, Waddell and Hettich then were selected by the IPC's Governing Board.