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:: SPOTLIGHT ON ::
A Huge, Huge Honor
Chris Carr

Phoenix Quad Rugby Player Wins 2012 Athlete of the Year and Celebrates Great Successes Off the Court


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Unstoppable

An awesome promotional video from the Canadian Paralympic Committee

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Nomination deadline is June 15, 2012 so don't delay.


:: PHOTO OF THE WEEK ::
Photo of the week

Christiaan Otter Bailey shows his moves at the Venice Beach skate park.

September 2008 Table of Contents

The Wake of the Future

Think of a sport, any sport. Chances are someone with a disability is doing itwakeboarding is no exception.

When the Music Fades...

After hanging up the racquet, laying down the basketball, or putting away the rugby chair, how do athletes navigate through their new lifestyles?

Comrades in Competition

The National Veterans Wheelchair Games shows athletes that life still goes on—and it can be great!

Greased Lightning

Although Mother Nature showed up in force, when all was said and done this annual juniors event was a shining success.

High & Mighty

Softball teams were hotter than the Midwests summer weather, as they took to the diamonds to see who was top dog.

Also in this issue:

In My Opinion

Guest columnist Nancy Crase reflects on the life of Ed Owen, who stood tall in more ways than one.

Sailing

Sailors use event hosted by Chicago Yacht Club as tune-up for Paralympics.

Shooting

Report on PVA National Trapshoot Circuit action in Georgia, Maryland, Illinois, and Wisconsin.

Basketball

Tips on how athletes, coaches, and parents can maximize the wheelchair-basketball experience.

Scorecard

Track and field hopefuls vie for Paralympic spots in competition at Arizona State University. Also: Endeavor Games, AccesSurf Hawaii, boccia, and bowling.

Fishing

Accessibility at Dana Point Harbor in San Diego keys successful fishing trip for disabled anglers.

Health & Fitness

Water is the best choice for getting and staying well-hydrated.

Q & A

Lisa Bard finds a silver lining in illness: Now back in action, she realizes she is having fun!

Girl Power!

Strong family support system enables Brenda Gilmore to spread the message of the opportunities available through wheelchair tennis.

Juniors

Fourteen-year-old Chelsea McClammer qualifies for spot at 2008 Beijing Paralympics. Also: Morgan Kelly wins in 2008 Pre-Teen Florida Scholarship & Recognition Program.

Playbook

Cyclists battle the elements but conquer the Continental Divide. Also: Freedoms Wings, birding, and a Himalayan expedition.

Timeout

Past U.S. Open Wheelchair Tennis Championships winner shares his thoughts on cancellation of annual event.



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