PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS
#ProudParalympian education pilot to launch
A new education programme for Paralympians and those who aspire to become one will be launched in Dubai, UAE, on Sunday (15 March).
Davis Cup showcase for wheelchair tennis
Wheelchair tennis demonstrations took place at two Davis Cup ties last weekend.
Sochi 2014 athletes’ view: Declan Farmer
One year after Sochi 2014, the USA’s ice sledge hockey star looks back at his Paralympic dream and ahead to the future.
Slovakia look to Czech Republic for sledge hockey guidance
Prior to the World Championships B-Pool, the Slovakians have been trying to create a more professionalised programme.
England to face Ukraine and Iran at CP Football 7-a-side World Championships
The CP Football World Championships will be played at St. George’s Park, England’s Football Associaion National Training Centre.
Danisewicz ready to start 2015 at Sunshine Coast World Event
The 23-year-old will face old and new competition in Queensland, Australia.
Brazilian footballer pinpoints three rivals ahead of World Championships
Francisco Brito da Costa is not just gearing up a crack at the world title, but August’s Parapan American Games and the big one, Rio 2016.
Trio to speak on athletes’ and coaches’ education at VISTA 2015
VISTA 2015 will take place between 7-10 October in Girona, Spain, following the theme “securing the future of young para-athletes.”
Para-cycling training camp to prepare for World Championships
In the lead-up to the UCI Para-cycling Track World Championships the UCI World Cycling Centre is hosting a training camp for some of the participating athletes.
Para Archery and Classification Committees discuss classification and VI archery
World Archery’s Para Archery and Classification Committees met in Lausanne during February.