PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS
World Shooting Para Sport agrees changes
The Sport Technical Committee was reappointed and discussed a variety of topics with the management team.
Khattab takes maiden powerlifting World Cup victory
Ukrainian, Syrian, Thai and Iraqi athletes also made it onto the podium in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
South Korea beat Norway in nine-goal thriller
Canada also claimed their second victory of the Torino Para Ice Hockey International with victory over hosts Italy on Tuesday (28 February).
Olsson, Buis and Schroder claim Bolton titles
The USN Bolton Arena Indoor came to a close on 25 February, with Olsson and Buis sealing their first wheelchair tennis titles and Schroder his second in 2017.
Five reasons why Paralympians make great employees
If you are looking for exceptional employees who are able to inspire people around the globe and have the tenacity and drive for success, think of hiring a Paralympian!
Lignano Masters draws top international competition
Many Rio 2016 table tennis medallists will take on their first international event of 2017.
Los Angeles ready to receive world’s best Para cyclists
The UCI Para cycling Track World Championships will kick off in the US coastal city on 2 March, with close to 80 athletes from 20 countries competing.
FISA Extraordinary Congress integrates Para rowing
Major foundations were laid for securing and building the sport’s future at the Paralympic Games following the federation’s meeting.
Takahashi’s hopes rest on PyeongChang 2018 qualifier
Kazuhiro Takahashi says that the PyeongChang 2018 Paralympic Winter Games could be his last, and will do anything to reach South Korea.
Webborn elected Chair of British Paralympic Association
Nick Webborn will take over Tim Reddish who is coming to the end of his two-term tenure.