PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS
Australia Announces Centre for Paralympic Excellence
Greg Hartung, President of the Australian Paralympic Committee recognized the Australian Institute of Sport as the country’s first Centre for Paralympic Excellence.
Sailor Seguin Named French Flag Bearer
In his third Paralympics, sailor Damien Seguin will be his country’s flag bearer during the first Opening Ceremony he has ever attended.
London 2012 Powerlifting: What to Watch
With seven days of Powerlifting events at the London 2012 competition, here's a quick guide for what spectators should look out for each day.
Colin Lynch: Shot at Glory
Irish para-cyclist Colin Lynch shares how many athletes are putting their lives on hold for a shot at Paralympic glory in London.
Snow's Father Accepts Hall of Fame Bid
Three-time Paralympic Wheelchair Tennis medallist Randy Snow was inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame.
Turkey’s Powerlifters Ready to Step Up to Podium
After coming away from Beijing without any Powerlifting medals, the Turkish team have stepped up their game and are expecting world records, as well as medals.
IPC to Launch London 2012 Paralympic Marketing Summit
The objective of the IPC Marketing Summit is to examine the London experience and its impact, and allow for conversational debate on how partners can benefit from the Paralympic brand.
Norway Win Sonar Class at Clagett Regatta
Norway’s Sonar Paralympic team won the Clagett Regatta in Newport, USA, whilst the home sailor, Marc LeBlanc, won the 2.4mR race
Multi-medallists selected for British Equestrian team
Great Britain hopes to maintain its Paralympic titles in Equestrian with a mix of experience and youth on its London 2012 team.