PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS

Sochi 2014 Paralympic Reporter project selects winners
The “Sochi 2014 Paralympic Reporter” international competition will bring 14 writers from Russia, Germany and Great Britain to Sochi for the Games.

Norway: 10 facts on the Sochi 2014 Paralympics
When it comes to the Paralympic Winter Games, Norway have arguably had the most success of any country.

Russia sending 67 athletes to Sochi 2014 Paralympics
The strongest medal hopefuls for the host nation lie in Nordic skiing and ice sledge hockey.

Jason Maroney: Project build-me-a-shooting-range
Australian shooter is making big changes to his training set-up ahead of the 2014 World Championships, as well as adjusting to life in a new chair, which at times can lead to unexpected consequences.

New Zealand: Seven facts on the Sochi 2014 Paralympics
New Zealand has won 27 medals at the Paralympic Winter Games (G15-S5-B7). It has won 195 medals in Paralympic Games and Paralympic Winter Games combined (G80-S57-B58).

Watch: Sochi 2014 Paralympics livestream trailer
More than 300 hours of live uninterrupted coverage will be shown on the IPC’s website during the Sochi 2014 Paralympic Winter Games.

Five things to know: USA's sledge hockey team
Will the Americans become the first ice sledge hockey team to repeat as Paralympic champions?

IPC saddened by death of Per Starheim
Condolences sent to family and friends of Per Starheim, who was heavily involved in developing results systems for IPC Nordic Skiing.

Brazilian Aranha’s final preparations for Sochi debut
Cross-country sit-skier Fernando Aranha is one of two athletes who make up the Brazilian team heading to Sochi 2014 for their Winter Paralympic Games debut.
Australia: 10 facts on the Sochi 2014 Paralympics
Better known for its sunny beaches, Australia will be heading to the slopes with a strong team.