PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS

What to watch: May 2015
Here’s a brief rundown of the top para-sport events around the world to keep your eyes on during May.

Russia, USA, Canada and Norway roll into Buffalo 2015 semi-finals
The preliminary round has finished at the IPC Ice Sledge Hockey World Championships A-Pool.

Five questions for Buffalo 2015 playoffs
With playoff matchups determined, here’s what to watch in the final games at the 2015 IPC Ice Sledge Hockey World Championships A-Pool.

Germany and Italy advance to Buffalo 2015 fifth-place game
Germany surprised the Czech Republic and Italy cruised past Japan at the IPC Ice Sledge Hockey World Championships A-Pool.

Vote now for the Allianz Athlete of the Month – April 2015
The public has until 8 May to vote for their favourite from the five candidates.

Brazilian fencers dominate at Americas Championships
Action stays in Montreal, Canada, for the World Cup

Big names to gather in Mannheim, Germany for para-equestrian dressage competition
World champions Morganti, Der Horst among riders taking part
IPC CEO meets German Parliamentary State Secretary Ulrich Kelber
Xavier Gonzalez and Ulrich Kelber discussed how the relationship of the IPC, the city of Bonn and the federal government can be strengthened.

Marking 500 days to go until para-equestrian event begins for Rio 2016
Event hopes to build off of success from London 2012 Games

USOC launches website to help fundraise for Paralympic hopefuls
Team USA Registry a new, unique way for fans to donate to athletes