PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS
First sledge hockey youth camp to take place
Supported by the German Federal Ministry of the Interior, 25 youngsters from around the world will gather in Langenhagen to develop their skills.
Versace features in ‘My Incredible Story’ film for Doha 2015
The 11 time Italian National Champion and former European record-holder tells the story of how she overcame a life-changing car crash.
Choi finds new partner in bid for Worlds gold
The South Korean wheelchair dancer will focus on combi and single class 2 events for the 2015 Worlds after his partner moves to shooting para-sport.
Nitta leads growing Japanese Nordic skiing team
Japan’s Paralympic champion and top-ranked cross-country skier will head his team into the new season and to PyeongChang 2018.
Para-alpine skiing development continues in Argentina
Results from slalom races in San Martin de los Andres are recognised by IPC Alpine Skiing for the first time.
The IPC starts search for 2017 IPC General Assembly host city
Host cities have until 1 November to express an interest in hosting the biggest IPC membership event outside of the Paralympic Games.
Colin Lynch attempts to break para-cycling’s ‘Hour Record’
On Saturday (10 October), the Irish para-cyclist will try to ride the farthest on a 250m velodrome within an hour.
Five facts about…..the USA’s Jarryd Wallace
The men's 100m T44 at Doha 2015 is set to be a thriller - here are five facts about one of the leading contenders, US sprinter and Parapan Am champion Jarryd Wallace.
Van Weeghel excited by longer distances in Doha
The Dutch world and European 200m T54 champion is stepping up to some of the middle distance events at this month’s IPC Athletics World Championships.
Durand hoping for successful comeback at Doha 2015
After missing Lyon 2013 due to the birth of her first child, the Cuban sprinter will seek three golds in Qatar.