PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS
Paralympians return to Brazil ready for Rio 2016
Brazil’s Paralympic delegation arrived home from the London 2012 Games eager to start working toward Rio 2016.
Canadian Paralympians set off for Heroes Tour
More than 20 of Canada’s top Paralympians from London 2012 are taking part in a celebration tour and parade in Ottawa and Toronto.
Fearnley wins 8th Sydney Marathon
Fresh off his appearance at the London 2012 Paralympic Games, Australia’s Kurt Fearnley returned home to win his 8th Sydney Marathon.
Great Britain names sledge squad
The British ice sledge hockey squad for 2012-13 will be made up of 16 members, including three Paralympians.
USOC announces Paralympic athletes and team of year
Award winners for Paralympic sportswoman, sportsman and team of the year include swimmer Jessica Long, wheelchair racer Raymond Martin and the men's quad doubles wheelchair tennis team.
BPA signs Sainsbury's as partner through Rio 2016
After the success of the London 2012 Games, Sainsbury’s will now serve as a partner of the British team through the end of 2016.
The 12 biggest upsets at London 2012
Sport is never entirely predictable, and London 2012 certainly had its fair share of upsets.
Paralympians pick up Samsung Paralympic Blogger awards
Over the past three weeks, 50 top Paralympians have been recording behind-the-scenes video blogs as well as racking up over 70 Paralympic medals.
