PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS
Eduardo Avila Sanchez named September’s Allianz Athlete of the Month
Sanchez received a third of the vote after his impressive win at the 2014 judo worlds.
Two Argentinian athletes commemorated for Tokyo 1964 achievements
The two athletes have been recognised for their Paralympic achievements at the first Congress of Sport and Tourism in Rosario, Argentina.
Susana Olarte y Noemi Tortul serán reconocidas por su trayectoria deportiva
Dos deportistas paralimpicas Argentinas que nos llenan de orgullo: Susana Olarte y Noemi Tortul
Josh Pauls: With a new year comes new challenges
Paralympic gold medallist, US ice sledge hockey player Josh Pauls about the challenges and advantages of having new team mates.
Murray announces retirement from Canada sledge hockey team
Four-time Paralympian and twice part of the World Championships-winning team, Graeme Murray is ‘hanging up his sled’ to move into developing the sport.
Naomi Soazo vuelve del retiro y sueña con Río 2016
La judoca venezolana, campeona en Beijing 2008, arriesga todo por Río 2016.
Big names set for NEC Wheelchair Tennis Masters
The competition will see the likes of Great Britain’s Jordanne Whiley and Japan’s Yui Kamiji and Shingo Kuneida take to the court once more.
Over 200 people pre-registered for FUNdamentals programme
The Paralympic FUNdamentals resource launched by the Canadian Paralympic Committee has seen strong interest since its inception.
Milton inducted into Sport Australia Hall of Fame
Australia’s fastest ever skier and six-time Paralympic champion Michael Milton will join 382 national sporting stars.
Naomi Soazo ends retirement for Rio 2016 dream
The Venezuelan judoka, a Beijing 2008 champion, is risking her all for Rio 2016.