PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS
Young-Gun aiming to be top gun at Rio 2016
The two-time Paralympic champion is hoping to reclaim his world number one ranking with victory at September’s Paralympic Games.
Sport Week: Stiff competition ahead for Smith
The BC1 boccia player has much work to do to reach the top podium at Rio 2016.
Kubes hitting stride ahead of Ostersund 2016
The two-time Paralympian remains an integral part of the Czech Republic’s core.
Katia Aveiro to sing anthem at swimming European Champs
Cristiano Ronaldo’s sister will sing the Portuguese national anthem at the Opening Ceremony of Funchal 2016.
Drahoninsky, Sarti among archers aiming for gold at Euros
The Championships bring the top European para-archers to France, where nine Paralympic spots are available.
Paralympics Ireland releases second instalment of powerful ‘More Than Sport’ campaign
Middle distance runner Michael McKillop, a winner of Paralympic, world and European titles, stars in the new promotional video
Buffalo 2016: Canada beat USA
Tyler McGregor’s third-period goal lifts team over reigning world champions in preliminary rounds.
Sport Week: History of boccia
The sport is perhaps the earliest game ever played by mankind, with roots in ancient Greece and Egypt.
Australia Post helps deliver 2016 Paralympic team to Rio
The postal service provider will be a Major Partner with the APC.
Russia claims final sitting volleyball qualification spot
Russia will be sending a men’s and women’s team to the Rio 2016 Games after their success at the World ParaVolley Intercontinental.