PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS
David Haggerty elected ITF President
The USA native will succeed outgoing president Francesco Ricci Bitti.
Morii not hanging up his skis just yet
Due to enter his 13th season in 2015-16, Morii has unfinished business and is looking ahead to 2018.
USA name strong team for Doha 2015
The team will consist of 84 athletes, including four guides, for the event which takes place between 21-31 October.
Five facts about…..France’s Marie-Amelie le Fur
Learn more about the French T44 athlete ahead of the Doha 2015 IPC Athletics World Championships.
Argentina team set for Doha 2015
The South American country seeks to surpass Lyon 2013 performance, when it won one silver and two bronze medals.
Nominations announced for 2015 Paralympic Sport Awards
The awards recognising achievements at the Sochi 2014 Paralympic Winter Games will be presented on 14 November in Mexico City.
Finland face tough task in defending Paralympic title
The men’s goalball team won gold at London 2012 but followed up with double-silvers at the World and European Championships.
INAS issues statement on Global Games
The International Federation congratulates athletes on their performances but addresses concerns regarding the LOC, FEDEDI’s operation of the event.
WADA Talks with Director General David Howman
In this fifth WADA Talks, WADA Director General David Howman discusses the advances made and challenges in the global fight against doping in sport
Indigenous culture to be woven into Australia’s 2016 Paralympic uniform
It is hoped the textile design will give Australian athletes a sense of pride as they make history at Rio 2016.