PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS
No. 22 IPC innovates on digital
As digital media continues to play an important role in fan experiences, the IPC has led the way with innovative projects in 2014.
Paralympian appointed to UK Athletics Board
Anne Wafula-Strike joins UK Athletics as a non-executive director
No. 18 Para-snowboard makes sensational debut
Dutch rider Bibian Mentel-Spee and the USA’s Evan Strong became the first Paralympic champions at Sochi 2014, and the sport has continued to progress.
Smyth and McKillop nominated for leading Irish sports award
After each winning two European titles in 2014, both make the shortlist for the RTÉ Sport Sports Person of the Year.
Jaeger wants 2015 World Championships success
German skipper Jens Jaeger believes Germany have what it takes to win the World Wheelchair Curling Championships in 2015, after qualifying in dramatic fashion.
Nordic skiers arrive in Vuokatti
The first IPC Nordic Skiing World Cup of 2014-15 will see world and Paralympic champions begin their preparations for the 2015 Worlds.
World champion Omar suspended for Anti-Doping violation
Egyptian athlete had won gold and set a world record in April 2014.
First national para-sport festival to be held in Ghana
The latest national activity, supported by the Agitos Foundation, will feature three days of activities between 11-13 December.
Chile names table tennis team for TO2015
Defending Parapan champion Cristian Dettoni amongst the line-up
No. 23 Yanping adds world judo title to Paralympic success
Chinese athlete has a year to remember in 2014 winning world and Asian Para Games titles.