PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS
US women’s wheelchair basketball national team named
Sixteen have been selected on the roster, with three Rio 2016 champions leading the way.
Moises Fuentes talks importance of Para sports
Colombia’s Paralympic medallist explains how swimming helped him move forward after becoming paraplegic at 18 as a result of a spinal cord injury caused by a gunshot.
Rothfuss halts Bochet’s unbeaten run
Germany’s Andrea Rothfuss grabbed gold in the women’s giant slalom standing, ending the Frenchwoman’s Worlds gold medal streak.
IPC statement on the Russian Paralympic Committee and PyeongChang 2018
The IPC’s decision does not necessarily close the door on possible Russian participation at next year’s Paralympic Winter Games.
Low profile, high aims for snowboarder Schultz
The USA’s Mike Schultz has not competed much this season but he is relying on training to help him at Big White 2017.
Five things to do in Sao Paulo
With 50 days to go until the fourth Youth Parapan American Games, here are five reasons why you should visit the Brazilian city.
Thiago Pereira talks Para sports and Sao Paulo 2017
The Brazilian Olympic swimming silver medallist took part in a training camp with Para swimmers and gave his opinion about the importance of the Youth Parapans.
Facundo Arregui looks back on his short career so far
Argentina’s swimmer explains how important the 2013 Youth Parapans were for him to later qualify for Rio 2016, with 50 days to go until Sao Paulo 2017.
Paralympians recognised in Australia Day honours
A total of 18 Para athletes received the Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM), whilst guide Michellie Jones was given the Member of the Order of Australia (AM).
Costa Rica to stage sitting volleyball courses
Level 1 referee, coach and classifier courses will be offered in both English and Spanish in San Jose, Costa Rica, from 23-26 February.