Angela Marina

Type of Impairment

Intellectual impairment

Classification

S14, SB14, SM14

Residence

Cambridge, ON, CAN

Languages

English

When and where did you begin this sport?

She began swimming at age two months and competitively from age 10.

Why this sport?

"I wasn't the greatest at it but I enjoyed it. I love the water. It's my stress-free zone."

Club / Team

Brantford Aquatic Club: Canada

Name of coach

Paul Armstrong [club]

Memorable sporting achievement

Winning two golds and one silver medal at the 2019 Parapan American Games in Lima, Peru. (brantfordexpositor.ca, 14 Jan 2021)

Sporting philosophy / motto

"Do not give up when things are difficult." (swimming.ca, 15 Dec 2018)

Biography