PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS

Iran

The two organisations agree to work together to help support disability sport programmes

Powerlifting

The IPC’s educational programme for aspiring and current Paralympians enjoyed its latest outing at the 2015 IPC Powerlifting Open Americas Championships between 26-29 April.

Wheelchair Fencing

Here’s a brief rundown of the top para-sport events around the world to keep your eyes on during May.

Para Ice Hockey

Check out the main talking points of the much-hyped Canada-USA matchup at the IPC Ice Sledge Hockey World Championships A-Pool.

Summer Sports

The three-day conference helped prepare those serving in medical areas for the Parapan Am Games.

Summer Sports

From the US’s McFadden collecting more marathon medals to Mexico’s Perez lifting a world record, here’s a look at what you missed

The public has until 8 May to vote for their favourite from the five candidates.

Para Ice Hockey

The preliminary round has finished at the IPC Ice Sledge Hockey World Championships A-Pool.

Para Ice Hockey

With playoff matchups determined, here’s what to watch in the final games at the 2015 IPC Ice Sledge Hockey World Championships A-Pool.

Para Ice Hockey

Germany surprised the Czech Republic and Italy cruised past Japan at the IPC Ice Sledge Hockey World Championships A-Pool.

Powerlifting

Worlds bronze medallist secures Mexico’s first place finish in the medal’s table, breaking the Americas record twice on the way to close the 2015 IPC Powerlifting Americas Open Championships.

Powerlifting

Two huge boosts for powerlifting in the Americas will take place in the years after the first Paralympic Games in South America at Rio 2016.

Para dance sport

Over thirty top ranking wheelchair dancers from 11 countries set for Rheinsberg Rohlstuhltanzfestival this weekend (2-3 May).

Wheelchair Fencing

Action stays in Montreal, Canada, for the World Cup

Equestrian

World champions Morganti, Der Horst among riders taking part

Xavier Gonzalez and Ulrich Kelber discussed how the relationship of the IPC, the city of Bonn and the federal government can be strengthened.

Rio 2016

Event hopes to build off of success from London 2012 Games

USA

Team USA Registry a new, unique way for fans to donate to athletes

Sailing

The London 2012 sailing gold medallist looks to defend her prize in the 2.4mR class

Powerlifting

Mexican gold medal count increases to five after two more gold medals for the hosts of the 2015 IPC Powerlifting Open Americas Championships on Tuesday (28 April).