PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS
Top six para-sport stories of the week – 9-15 November
IPC pleased with Rio 2016 progress, wheelchair tennis history made, skiing retirements and more…
David Lebuser: What wheelchair skating is all about
Lebuser says how skate parks are inclusive environments and skating can change perceptions of those with impairments.
Ice sledge hockey
A puck in ice sledge hockey reaches speeds of up to 130km/h!
Deadline extended for Rio 2016 Volunteer Programme
Those interested in applying to become a volunteer at the Rio 2016 Olympic and Paralympic Games now have until 15 December.
Iran names 16 October as ‘National Paralympic Day’
The Iranian President, Dr. Hassan Rowhani, has endorsed the day, which aims to further promote para-sport throughout Iran.
Canada’s Josh Dueck announces retirement
The 33-year-old Paralympic champion penned an open letter on his blog stating that he wants to now focus his energy on his family.
IPC Athletics publishes Doha 2015 Qualification Criteria
Doha 2015 will feature a maximum of 1,400 athletes competing in 210 medal events.
No. 48 World records destroyed at Track World Championships
Australia’s Michael Gallagher and the USA’s Jamie Whitmore were amongst those athletes who broke 23 world records at the Para-Cycling Track World Championships.
Shooting Australia reveal 2014-15 line-up
Nine shooters including Jason Maroney and living-legend Libby Kosmala have been named to the squad for 2014-15 aiming for selection for Rio 2016.
Spanish 5-a-side team meets National Sport Council president ahead of worlds
The European champions have been urged to give their all in a bid to win a first world title.