PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS
Anne Ebbs Honoured with Paralympic Order
On 4 October, the International Paralympic Committee (IPC) awarded Anne Ebbs with the Paralympic Order for the contribution she has made to the Paralympic Movement. She was presented with the award by IPC President Sir Philip Craven during a private ceremony in Dublin, Ireland.
Third Paralympic School Day in Spain with Beijing 2008 Athletes
The return of three Spanish athletes to their home in Sitges, Spain, saw the welcomed reception of more than 200 eager children, ages 8 to 12. Abderrahman Ait, Sarai Gascon and Roger Puigbo arrived in the spirit of teaching, explaining the various experiences they each had at the Beijing 2008 Paralympic Games.
Composition of 2016 Evaluation Commission Announced
The Evaluation Commission which will visit the four Candidate Cities bidding to host the 2016 Olympic and Paralympic Games has been announced by the International Olympic Committee (IOC). The team will be headed by Nawal El Moutawakel, who also chaired the 2012 bidding process. The full team will include representatives from the Olympic and Paralympic Movement, with additional advisors.
Success at Beijing 2008 Games End
Beijing, China - After 12 days of competition, the Closing Ceremony of the Beijing 2008 Paralympic Games on 17 September 2008 officially ended a period of record-breaking competition and events.