PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS

Oscar Pistorius

Multi Paralympic and World Champion joins London 2012's legacy initiative.

Japanese Ice Sledge Hockey player performing against Canada at Vancouver 2010

Nearly two years after winning a surprise silver medal at the Vancouver 2010 Paralympic Winter Games, Japan’s Ice Sledge Hockey team is still trying to ride off that momentum.

Vasili Shaptsiaboi on the podium

Vasili Shaptsiaboi is showing his strength on both the track and on the snow.

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The Russian delegation took home four gold medals from the competition in Great Britain.

Japanese Para-cyclist

35 of the region's best set to compete in invercargill.

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Nearly 1,5000 athletes from 24 countries took part in the Games.

Amalia Perez celebrating victory

Hosts Mexico continued their good form on the final day of Powerlifting at the 2011 Parapan American Games winning both gold medals.