PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS
Brazil’s Paralympic Centre makes good progress
Parties visited the construction site of a dedicated facility for para-sport which aims to be a major part of the legacy of Rio 2016.
Belgium aim for boccia medals in Beijing
After winning bronze in the mixed pairs at London 2012, Belgium are targeting medals at this month’s World Championships.
13: IPC launches new vision
“To enable Paralympic athletes to achieve sporting excellence and inspire and excite the world.”
Croatian Paralympic Committee marks its 50th anniversary
IPC President Sir Philip Craven was in Rijeka to help the NPC celebrate its landmark anniversary.
Kate Caithness OBE re-elected World Curling Federation President
WCF Annual General Assembly approves key rule changes and elects new board
Hereford, Great Britain, to host IBSA 2015 Football 5 Europeans
Venue also staged the 2010 World Championships and next year’s competition will act as a Rio 2016 qualifier.
14: IPC HQ opens in Bonn, Germany
On 3 September 1999, the IPC Headquarters at 212-214 Adenaueralle officially opened in Bonn, the former capital city of West Germany.
15: Iranian archer wins London gold
Archery’s Zahra Nemati aimed high at the London 2012 Paralympic Games, becoming the first ever Iranian woman to win Olympic or Paralympic gold.
Fundraisers go the extra mile in support of the BPA on the road to Rio
British Paralympic Association Chairman Tim Reddish amongst cyclists tackling the 969 mile route from Land's End to John O'Groats.
Kamiji, Whiley and Houdet capture doubles Grand Slam at Flushing Meadows
Kamiji and Whiley won the women's double titles, whilst Houdet and Kunieda secured the men's equivalent at the US Open.