PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS
Cockroft describes “absolute killer” 800m training regime
British Paralympic and world champion is enjoying the challenge of tackling a new distance.
NPC Germany mourns passing of Detlev Lutkehoff
Detlev Lutkehoff played an important role in the development of the German Disability Sport Youth.
Stephens shifts attitude in bid to podium
The USA’s Laurie Stephens, along with coach Kevin Jardine, believe that a more relaxed approach is the key to podiums in 2014-15.
De Vries welcomes the Zanardi and van Dyk rivalry
Dutch handcycling ace is targeting further success in 2015 against his two great rivals.
IPC to eliminate need to classify athletes at a Paralympic Games
IPC hopes by introducing a “zero classification” policy no athlete will need to be classified at a Paralympic Games
Marieke Vervoort awarded the National Trophy Victor Boin 2014
Belgian wheelchair racer made a comeback from serious injury in 2014 and set multiple world records in the T52 class.
Top 18 athletes selected for US men’s wheelchair basketball team
Eventually 12 players will be selected for August’s Parapan American Games in Toronto, Canada.
Cable 2015: Ulset reflects on idols and influences
Olympic biathlon superstar Ole Einar Bjorndalen as well as his own brother John, have had a significant impact on the world champion’s career.
Wheelchair Dance calls for 2015 Worlds hosts
The biggest competition on the calendar can bring many benefits to host cities and countries.
McFadden hopes Cable 2015 will inspire next generation
USA’s McFadden will line-up at 2015 IPC Nordic Skiing World Championships.