PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS

IWAS World Games Set to Begin in Sharjah
The IWAS World Games in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates will attract 550 athletes from 49 countries.

USA and Canada Still Unbeaten at World Sledge Hockey Challenge
USA thumps Japan, Canda handles Norway on second day of competition.

Canada and USA Triumph in World Sledge Hockey Challenge Openers
Host nation Canada downs Japan, 8-0, and USA defeats Norway, 5-1.

Rio 2016 Paralympic Games Emblem Unveiled to the World
Emblem launch coincides with Christmas tree lighting in heart of the city.

World Sledge Hockey Challenge: Host Canada Could be One to Beat
In four-team tournament, many are picking April's winner as the ones to beat once again.

France’s Bochet Admits Rivalries can be Difficult
Marie Bochet discusses her competition, Germany's Andrea Rothfuss.

Brazil’s President Welcomes Home Parapans Champions
The Brazilian delegation won 197 medals, including 81 golds, in Guadalajara, Mexico.

Recapping the Parapans: Sport-by-Sport Roundup
Nine world records were broken and Brazil finished atop the medal standings in Guadalajara.