Monthly preview: March 2017
Check out all the events that will headline this month in Para sport.
Miriam Malone new Paralympics Ireland CEO
“I am honoured to take on the role of CEO for Paralympics Ireland, I look forward to repaying the trust shown to me,” Malone said after the announcement.
Final PyeongChang 2018 Chef de Mission seminar begins
Nearly 100 delegates from around the world are in South Korea for final updates ahead of next year’s Paralympic Winter Games.
London 2017 launches resale scheme for Worlds tickets
The aim is to safeguard tickets for the 2017 World Para Athletics Championships and the IAAF World Championships.
World Shooting Para Sport agrees changes
The Sport Technical Committee was reappointed and discussed a variety of topics with the management team.
Khattab takes maiden powerlifting World Cup victory
Ukrainian, Syrian, Thai and Iraqi athletes also made it onto the podium in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
South Korea beat Norway in nine-goal thriller
Canada also claimed their second victory of the Torino Para Ice Hockey International with victory over hosts Italy on Tuesday (28 February).
Olsson, Buis and Schroder claim Bolton titles
The USN Bolton Arena Indoor came to a close on 25 February, with Olsson and Buis sealing their first wheelchair tennis titles and Schroder his second in 2017.
Five reasons why Paralympians make great employees
If you are looking for exceptional employees who are able to inspire people around the globe and have the tenacity and drive for success, think of hiring a Paralympian!
Lignano Masters draws top international competition
Many Rio 2016 table tennis medallists will take on their first international event of 2017.
Los Angeles ready to receive world’s best Para cyclists
The UCI Para cycling Track World Championships will kick off in the US coastal city on 2 March, with close to 80 athletes from 20 countries competing.
FISA Extraordinary Congress integrates Para rowing
Major foundations were laid for securing and building the sport’s future at the Paralympic Games following the federation’s meeting.
Takahashi’s hopes rest on PyeongChang 2018 qualifier
Kazuhiro Takahashi says that the PyeongChang 2018 Paralympic Winter Games could be his last, and will do anything to reach South Korea.
Webborn elected Chair of British Paralympic Association
Nick Webborn will take over Tim Reddish who is coming to the end of his two-term tenure.
IPC President meets South Korea’s acting President Hwang Kyo-ahn
The two met in Seoul, South Korea, to discuss preparations for the PyeongChang 2018 Paralympic Winter Games.
Ukraine, Egypt do podium double at powerlifting World Cup
One of Italy’s first Paralympic powerlifters Martina Barbierato also claimed a medal in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
Canada, Norway take wins on the ice in Torino
Norway beat Italy at home at the International Para Ice Hockey Tournament on Monday (27 February).
The reasons behind Team USA’s success
Since 1992, the USA has always finished in the top five of the cycling medals table at the Paralympic Games.
Ten world champions under threat at London 2017
Ahead of July’s World Para Athletics Championships, here are 10 athletes who will do well to retain their gold medals this summer.
Nations officially invited to PyeongChang 2018 Paralympic Winter Games
Around 45 countries are expected to compete in the Games which will take place between 9-18 March 2018.
