May 2006 Table of Contents

In the Zone

As the basketball season came to a close, tournament action took place far and wide...

Women of Courage

Many outstanding female athletes have contributed to the spread of wheelchair sports. Their stories are varied and encouraging.

Italian Ice

All eyes were on Torino, Italy, as Paralympians gathered to compete against the world's best of the best.

Rocketing Down Peachtree

This Independence Day race brings together athletes and spectators for one big celebration.

Taste of America � And Beyond

Two intrepid adventurers tour the land and enjoy all it has to offer.

Racing

Ernst Van Dyk is "perfect" in wire-to-wire L.A. Marathon win. Also read about Santiago Sanz cracking the 13-minute mark in the 5000-meter distance, and details on Sadler's Ultra Challenge (formerly the Midnite Sun) in Alaska.

Shooting

Trapshoot circuit wraps up its season with tournaments in Florida and California. Find out what happened in action hosted by Florida Gulf Coast PVA and Cal-Diego PVA. Also, Jim Rutledge gives some trap tips.

Juniors

It's a "field of dreams" for kids in two California cities. In Sacramento, a baseball field for players with disabilities sees its first pitch, while a playground that's safe and accessible opens in Ontario.

Playbook

Winter events held at Lake Tahoe and in Colorado. Also read about the "Sports for Life" program, a disabled athlete profiled in a documentary, and a power-wheelchair bowling tournament.

New Products

Getting around in style. A tricycle, a handcycle, and a beach/outdoor chair are reviewed.

Timeout

The Zen of wheelchair rugby. Brian F. Sheridan explains the rush he gets from the sport and the importance rugby plays in his life.

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