PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS
The IPC’s VISTA 2015 conference opens in Girona, Spain
A record 260 delegates are attending this year’s event where the theme is “securing the future for young para-athletes.”
Five facts about…..Switzerland’s Marcel Hug
He won an impressive five gold and one silver at the IPC Athletics World Championships in 2013 - here are five facts about the Swiss “Silver Bullet”.
Cuche on road to recovery but out for the season
The nephew of Swiss skiing legend Didier is focused on getting back on the slopes as quickly as possible.
Workout Wednesday: South Africa’s Ilse Hayes
The South African who set a new 100m T13 world record earlier this year talks about how she is preparing for Doha 2015.
First sledge hockey youth camp to take place
Supported by the German Federal Ministry of the Interior, 25 youngsters from around the world will gather in Langenhagen to develop their skills.
Versace features in ‘My Incredible Story’ film for Doha 2015
The 11 time Italian National Champion and former European record-holder tells the story of how she overcame a life-changing car crash.
Nitta leads growing Japanese Nordic skiing team
Japan’s Paralympic champion and top-ranked cross-country skier will head his team into the new season and to PyeongChang 2018.
Para-alpine skiing development continues in Argentina
Results from slalom races in San Martin de los Andres are recognised by IPC Alpine Skiing for the first time.
The IPC starts search for 2017 IPC General Assembly host city
Host cities have until 1 November to express an interest in hosting the biggest IPC membership event outside of the Paralympic Games.
Colin Lynch attempts to break para-cycling’s ‘Hour Record’
On Saturday (10 October), the Irish para-cyclist will try to ride the farthest on a 250m velodrome within an hour.