PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS
#1YearToGo: Clarion sets sights on PyeongChang 2018 Test Event
Fresh from claiming two medals at the Worlds, France’s Para Nordic skier explains the importance of testing PyeongChang 2018 tracks ahead of next year’s Paralympics.
#1YearToGo: Owen Pick no longer ‘timid’
Something triggered for the British snowboarder this season that made him more competitive ahead of PyeongChang 2018.
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Australia celebrate achievements of women in Para sport
The Australian Paralympic Committee (APC) recognised the importance of gender diversity in sport ahead of the International Women’s Day on 8 March.
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Agitos Foundation to host International Federations
In what will be a first for Paralympic sport development, all summer sport International Federations will be brought together to share best practice.
Three reasons why Eirik Bye loves skiing
Fresh from a successful World Championships, the young Norwegian reveals why he enjoys the sport.
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Three things you did not know about Robin Cuche
Get to know the new Swiss skiing sensation who claimed silver in super combined at the 2017 World Championships.
Three reasons why Rebecca Meyers loves swimming
USA’s three-time Rio 2016 gold medallist will kick off her swimming season at the 2017 World Para Swimming Series in Copenhagen, Denmark, from 11-12 March.
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Dr. Cheri Blauwet awarded International Women’s Day Recognition
The triple Paralympian and medical practitioner’s impact on Para sport has been recognised to celebrate International Women’s Day.
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Big Interview: APC CEO Lynne Anderson
Get to know the new head of the Australian Paralympic Committee as she enters her second year of Paralympic duties, off the back of her first Paralympics Games in Rio.
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Thailand to host women’s wheelchair basketball camp
Participants will learn how to develop their skills from some of the top women coaches in a fun environment.