Adaptive Sports and Recreation Breakdown Oct 31, 2012

The "Breakdown" features the best of the web from the recent past on adaptive sports competitions, disability sport, videos, news, information and more.

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Video of the week:

Unstoppables

Get up, get out, get active.  

International:

Egyptian Paralympic Team is Looking for Recognition

After medaling at the London 2012 Paralympics the Egyptian National Paralympic Team is trying to gain recognition in their home country.

Gambian Paralympians: Where are They Now?

The Gambian Paralympic Team has a long history of competition but their numbers are down in  recent years.  

British Forces News

The British Forces keeps a website which has loads of great information on sport and recreation including adaptive activities.  

Competition:

Ten Things you Didn't know about the Paralympics

The US Government site Let's Move has released this list to educate you about the Paralympics.

Five a Side Visually Impaired Shootout

US National Disabled Sailing Championship

Last week in San Diego the best adaptive sailors from the US competed for the crown .  Check out the results here.

Bonner Paddock Sets World Record at Ironman World Championship

Dancing across the finish line following a 2.4 mile swim, 112 mile bike and 26.2 mile run Bonner Paddock has focused the world on his abilities with Cerebral Palsy.

Eye Candy

Adaptive Action Sports Mid Year Review

Live London Dream Rio

A Paralyzed Guy, Blind Guy and an Amputee go Climbing

Humans

Throwing first pitch in all US Baseball Parks with no Arms

Ellie Simmonds Paralympic Superstar

British Paralympic Swimming Star Ellie Simmonds speaking about her life in Fabulous Magazine.

Chris Waddel "Names Tags"

A sailor, a tragic disease - and a courageous story

Mary Kate Scandone tells her husband's incredible story as a Paralympic sailor in a new book, "Nick of Time: The Nick Scandone Story."

Education

Australian Paralympic Education Program

If you live in Australia or anywhere for that matter you can learn about Paralympic Sport and more by visiting this website.  

Where to find the Nations best Outdoor Adaptive Programs

An independent survey of some of the best outdoor adaptive sports programs in the US.  

How to run Marathons Blind

If you have a visual impairment or what to learn how to become a guide click here.  "Eddie Montanez lost his vision as a teenager. But if it weren't for the guide runner at his side, you wouldn't know it from jogging with him."

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Adaptive Sports and Recreation Breakdown October 23, 2012

The "Breakdown" features the best of the web from the recent past on adaptive sports competitions, disability sport, videos, news, information and more.

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Video of the Week

Gimp Monkey's first all adaptive accent of El Capitan

International

The Rise of the Accessible Ski Resort in Europe

Europe is a great place to spend a week skiing and more resorts are increasing their accessibility for individuals with disabilities.   

Paralympians Jump to Fame in India

After winning a silver medal in the London 2012 Paralympic Games High jump life has changed one athlete: ‘If this hadn’t happened, I would not have known what to do.’ H.N. Girisha

Talent Search for Athletes in Ireland

The Irish Paralmypic Committee staged a talent search recently to look for their next gold medal hopefuls.  400 athletes turned out for this event.  

Competition

World Para Triathlon Auckland New Zealand 

109 Paratriathlon athletes will be competing in the World Championships in Auckland New Zealand this week.  

London 2012 Paralympics records broken

Multiply world records were broken in athletes (Track and Field)

Business is Waking up to the Economy of the Paralympics

London’s Paralympics have changed the image of disabled people—in some countries at least. And business are waking up to the issue.

Eye Candy

Wheelchair with a Honda Motor

Australia's Paralympic Gold Medal Quest

Paratriathlon

Humans

Paralympian Qualifies as Surf Lifesaver

Gold medallist Brenden Hall is now a surf lifesaver. The 19-year-old will help safeguard Kings Beach with the Metropolitan Caloundra club, Australia.

Push a Wheelchair Across America

Ryan Chalmers is a man among boys. The 23-year-old from Churchville, NY is training for a feat that few others would pretend to tackle, let alone actually want to: a 71-day journey next April called “Push Across America.”

IPC Athlete of the Month

United States handcycling star Muffy Davis  as been voted the International Paralympic Committee (IPC) female athlete of the month for August-September after storming to three gold medals at the London 2012 Paralympic Games.

Wheelchair Base Jumper

Canadian Lonnie Bissonnette as a professional base jumper has launched off building, antenna, span, earth in his wheelchair

Education



The Inclusion Club Hub

Does your athletic program or club need to be more inclusive for individuals with disabilities?  The Inclusion Club Hub has online tools to help work towards this.

The Krank Cycle and SCI Total Fitness

This stationary hand cycle will get you in shape for all kinds of activities.  It is adaptable for all abilities and complements the SCI Total Fitness online resources.

What is adaptive skiing?

Click on this link to view a long play list of adaptive skiing how to videos

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Adaptive Sports and Recreation Breakdown October 13, 2012

The "Breakdown" features the best of the web from the recent past on adaptive sports competitions, disability sport, videos, news, information and more.

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Video of the Day

International

Bali to send 45 Athletes to National Paralympics Competition

Bali is getting ready to host it's national games.  These athletes are going to be competing in 6 out of the 11 sports being offered.  

Finals of the World Para Climbing Championships

Team GB Adaptive Development Ski Team Announced

Competition

Muffy Davis won 3 gold medals in Handcycling

After retiring from competitive ski racing Muffy Davis rolled out of London with 3 gold medals in Handcycling.

Amy Purdy and Daniel Gale knocked out of the Amazing Race

Oksana Master and Rob Jones win the Isabel Bohn Award

Given for Achievement in adaptive rowing Oksana Master and Rob Jones are awarded the Isabel Bohn award after winning bronze in London.

Eye Candy

Motorcycle Modified for a Para

Breakdancing!

Fastest Dwarf in the World

Humans

Kelly Cartwright Paralympic Sprinter

80 year old Skydiver

10 Hottest Paralympians (Men and Women)

Professional Athletes have worked very long hours getting to the top of their game.  They also have incredible bodies because of it.

Education

Sports Adaptations for the Blind and Visually Impaired

The United States Association of Blind Athletes have a great resource page dedicated to adapting sports and recreation for the blind and visually impaired.  

Adaptive Motorsports Joystick Controlled ATV

Disabled Gear

Living with a disability can require a ton of equipment to make life manageable and fun.  The website Disabled Gear is trying to bring this equipment to one page for your viewing and buying pleasure.  They have second hand gear too.

Universal Paddle Seat for Kayaks and Canoes

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Adaptive Sports and Recreation Breakdown October 5, 2012

The "Breakdown" features the best of the web from the recent past on adaptive sports competitions, disability sport, videos, news, information and more.

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Video of the day

Beep Baseball is a sport that can be played by all
but was designed for individuals with visual impairments

International

The Right to Sport for All

Recently a group of leaders in the field of Sport for Development and Peace met at the United Nations in New York, USA to talk about Article 30.5 The Right to Sport for All Persons with Disabilities

Oman to Receive 32 Sport Wheelchairs

Intended to encourage the development of sport for persons with disabilities Oman will receive some much needed aid in the form of sports chairs.

Team GB to meet the Queen at Buckingham Palace

Team GB will be heading to meet the Royals this week to be honored for their achievements.

Competition

London 2012 Highlights

US Adaptive Ski Team Named

The United States Olympic Committee names the 2012-13 Adaptive Ski Team this week.

Team Heading to the World Disabled Water Skiing Championships (includes video)

Three athletes have set their site on the podium and they are going to get their chance at the 2013 World Disabled Water Skiing Championships.

Eye Candy

Pablo Robledo Argentine Nordic Skier

He placed 2nd in classic at the 2012 Argentine Nationals against able bodied  

Goalball

Team USA is knocked out of the London 2012 Paralympics

Adaptive Skateboarding

Learn about Oscar and Adaptive Action Sports

Adaptive Wrestling Story

Paying it Forward

Humans

Cheerleader is Wowing Crowd with Her Moves

University of Arkansas cheerleader and below knee amputee is turning heads.  

Alana Nichols Shares Her Story (includes video)

Alana Nichols was the first woman to win a summer and winter Paralympic gold Medal.  Her she shares her story with the ESPN women's summit.

  

Jerome Singleton Talks Success On and Off the Track

Jerome Singleton of the US Paralympic Track Team is also getting high marks in University.

Education

Humans are Designed to Move

A groups of over 75 scientists have come together to teach us why we are designed to move.  Check out the site and spread the word.

US Adaptive Ski Team are working with Motorcross

Mono ski shocks are very crucial to the success and speed of today's mono skiers.  It is only normal that the US Adaptive Ski Team is working with top level motorcross designers to make some tight suspension.

The view of a mono ski suspension

Modified Martial Arts Techniques (includes pictures)

This blog features different techniques for defending yourself from a wheelchair.  The pictures look like it would work.  

Limb Loss Education

The Amputee Coalition of America is offering clinics around the United States in limb loss education. 

Blind Fishing Boat

The worlds first fishing boat for visually impaired

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Adaptive Sports and Recreation Breakdown Sept 22, 2012

The "Breakdown" features the best of the web from the recent past on adaptive sports competitions, disability sport, videos, news, information and more.

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Video of the Day

Faith in yourself is what happens when you get involved with sport.

International:

Singapore Disability Sports Council

Singapore has some incredible social services including the Disability Sports Council.  Learn about all the great things that they have going on.  

Jamaica's Paralympic Talent Pool is untapped

Jamaica has been working hard to produced world class athletes.  They are working to unlock the potential of their Paralympians.

The New Face of Cuban Paralympic Sport

Cuba had a great showing at the London 2012 Paralympic Games with Yunidis Castillo winning 3 gold medals.    

Competition

Team USA Visits the White House

Para-Snowboard 2012-13 Race Schedule

For the first time Para-Snowboarding will be in the Sochi 2014 Games.  The International Paralympic Committee just released the race schedule for the up coming season.

Badminton in the 2020 Paralympics

Badminton is looking to secure a spot in the 2020 Paralympic Games.  This sport can be played by many abilities at a high level of competition.  

Eye Candy

RollaBall Promo Video

Skate Soccer is a growing sport in Africa

Wheelchair Laser Tag

The UK is raising the bar again

Cimgo Off road Cart

Too Fast and Furious down a mountain. 

A CNVLD Cambodian disabled volleyball team 

Sport has the power to heal

Humans

Brad Snyder's Gold Medal Story (includes video)

Brad lost his vision in Afghanistan while serving in the US Navy.  One year later he was standing on a Paralympic Podium in London having won a gold medal in swimming.

Believe and Become

The law of attraction.  What you believe you will become!

Jeremy McGee at Ted EX

Jeremy McGee was on a mission to climb and ski the Bloody Coulior.  

He shared his story with the TED Ex and the world.

Education

New Adaptive Snowboard

This thing is wild.  Let us know what you think.

Boccia defined

The game of Boccia is growing in popularity across the globe.  Every wonder what it is and how it is played.  Check out the the Boccia Wiki page.

How to Shoulder Press as an Arm Amputation

 

Advanced Turning Skills in Sled Hockey

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Adaptive Sports and Recreation Breakdown Sept. 16, 2012

The "Breakdown" features the best of the web from the recent past on adaptive sports competitions, disability sport, videos, news, information and more.


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Video of the Day

 

        

International

England Disability Cricket Team (includes video)

Cricket is a sport played all over the world.  Several teams with disabilities are competing at an international level.  England has a team which is looking for players.  

Tanzania's Disability Sport is Growing

Tanzania is getting assistance from UK Sport to increase opportunities for persons with disabilities to participate in sport.  

Team New Zealand is Welcomed Home (includes video)

New Zealand's Paralympic team was given a hero's welcome after returning from the London 2012 games.  

Competition

Winner of the Disabled British Open Golf Tournament

Alasdair Berry has no hands but this didn't stop him from becoming the best golfer with a disability in the UK.  

Top 12 moments of the London 2012 Paralympics (includes videos)

Wired Magazine has put together a great collection of videos or the highlights of the London games.

World Para Rock Climbing Championship is Sept 11-16, 2012

The International Federation of Sport Climbing is hosting this event in France.  Results can be found here.

12 Biggest Upsets at the London 2012 Paralympics

From Oscar Pistorius's loss in the 200m T44 to Canada's upset of the United States in Wheelchair Rugby they all can be found here.

Eye Candy

Down Hill Longboarding

Amputee Soccer

Call Me Maybe from the US Adaptive Track Team

Humans

Responsibility & Sports: Anjali (includes video)

Dr. Anjali Forber-Pratt shares her story and spirit in this great short film.  If you like what you see please share it with someone who might need a lift.

How is the wheelchair perceived (audio recording)

The London 2012 Paralympics are over.  This event did amazing things for how the world looks at disability.  John Hockenberry shares his thoughts.

Finding Ability in Disability

This little guy has one incredible story.  "I went to hold the door open. Much to my surprise, I got the death stare followed by, You remember what I said? I can do anything."

Education

Who competes in Paralympic Sport

The Benefits of Therapeutic Recreation

This article features information on why sport and recreation are so important to a well rounded lifestyle.

USA Hockey Disabled Hockey Video

To gain access to the video please click on the link and follow the directions for download.

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Adaptive Sports and Recreation Breakdown Sept 9, 2012

The "Breakdown" features the best of the web from the recent past on adaptive sports competitions, Paralympic information, disability sport, videos, news, information and more.

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                                        Video of the Day

    Table tennis point at the London 2012 Paralympic Games that will blow you away

International

Haitian Earth Quake Victim Competes in Paralympics

After loosing his wife and eight children in the January 2010 earthquake this man has beat the odds and  represented Haiti in the Paralympics.

Young Leaders Changing the Face of Disability Sports

Committed to change these young leaders have been recognized and were given the honor to carry the Paralympic Torch.

Rwandan Stars Compete at the Paralympics

Rwanda has a Men's Sitting Volleyball Team which is making history.  They are also spreading the message in Rwanda that they are superstars.

Paralympics

Josh George on a Lesson in Loss

At the Paralympic Games not everyone wins.  In fact there is the same if not greater agony of defeat experienced during the games.  Here is one athletes perspective.

Women Inspiring the Fight for Gold

With the number of women doubling in competition at the Paralympic games there is a generation of young women and girls who are being influenced by these games.  Tatiana McFadden is one athlete who's accomplishments are not going unnoticed.

The Greatest Paralympian of Them All

With 55 total medals which 41 are gold, Trischa Zorn is a Paralympian with a rich history in success.  Although if you were to ask her you wouldn't know it.

Eye Candy

                                                 Veterans Ski Powder

             These US Military Veterans learning to ski powder in Vail Colorado

                                              Men's 200m T44 Final

       
            The controversial race which Oscar Pistorius lost in the final 20 meters

                              Adaptive Bob Sledding

This new sport is lead by the National Adaptive Sliding Sports Association

Humans

Matt Woodrum is one incredible kid

Matt was always overlooked when it came to sports.  This viral video will prove that he has the heart to make it happen.

                               Katie Holloway Captains the Team

The US Women's Sitting Volleyball Team needs strong leadership.  Enter Katie Holloway who has led the team to two silver medals at the past two Paralmypics.

First Blind Accent of the Grand Teton

The Grand Teton is one challenging peak to ascend.  Nancy Stevens attitude is "not seeing obstacles to success, only the potential for success"

Education

Children's Book about the Paralympics

The Canadian Paralympic Team has produced a children's book called Kids of Action.  It can be downloaded as an audio book or E-Book.

How Technology is transforming the Paralympics

Most adaptive sports for persons with physical disabilities involve equipment which is always evolving and getting better everyday.  Here are a few examples.  

                                                  Wheelchair Fencing

                           A Paralympic sport which gets right to the point.

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Adaptive Sports and Recreation Breakdown: Early August 2012

Adaptive Sports and Recreation Breakdown: Early August 2012

The goal of the "Breakdown" is to feature the best of the web from the recent past as it relates to adaptive sports competitions, Paralympic information, disability sport, videos, news, information and more.

For submissions of video, sports reporting, articles, pictures and anything news worthy please send submissions for consideration to adaptivesportandrecreation@gmail.com

Video of the day!

Overview of the Canadian Paralympic Committee

Competition Results:

Finland Wins at Goal Ball

Goalball is a sport played by individuals with visual impairments.  Finland has a very strong team which geared up for a potential Paralympic podium by winning the Men's Intercup Goalball match.

Blind Archer Competes in the London Olympics

South Korean archer Im Dong-Hyun is another athlete with a disability who is competing in the Olympics.  He broke his own record last week in the 72 arrow event.  Unfortunately he was knocked out in the next round and didn't advance.  This was the first world record broken at the London 2012 Games.  

Oscar Pistorius Olympic highlights (includes video)

The name and man is now known all over the world.  Watch his ground breaking entrance into the Olympic Track and Field Competition last Saturday.  This race is a great moment in sports history which will be remember for years to come.  

Polish Table Tennis Player competes in Olympics

Natalia Partyka who was born without a right fore arm was very happy with her performance at the London Olympics in Table Tennis. "For me, disability is nothing," she added. "I am playing the same lines as the others. I am doing the same exercises."

Australian sets new world record

Sprinter Evan O'Hanlon has broken his own world record in the 100 meter dash with a time of 10.83.  O'Hanlon is one to watch in London as he won 3 gold medals in the 2008 Beijing Paralympics.

Paralympic

IPC website to feature steaming video of London games

The International Paralympic Committee is going to be the first to feature a new web based streaming video system for the London 2012  Paralmypic Games.  This player brings you the games (SMART) Sports Media Action in Real Time.  If your country is not showing the Paralympics on prime Ttime TV this will definitely work.  

New Mobility Magazine "What will London Bring?"

This US based publication has put together a great piece on the Paralympic movement. This is a must read.  “The Paralympic Games sparked the development of disability sport around the world. It is breathtaking to think about how these Games have shaped our own lives and the lives of hundreds of thousands of people with disabilities across the globe.” -Ann Cody, former Paralympian

Ottobock Commercial

Ottobock has created a great advertisement 

to get you excited about the 2012 London Paralmypics

Is Oscar Pistorius Doping?

The LA Times has published a piece on Oscar Pistorius and the "unfair advantage" of his legs.  Many in the sports world are wondering if his racing in the Olympics is going to open up sporting events to intragration of other athletes with disabilites.  Oscar has been fighting this debate for many years.

11 Athletes with disabilities have competed in the Olympics

All the hype about Oscar Pistorius competing in the Olympic Games is much deserved. Did you know that he is not the first?  There have been athletes with disabilities in the Olympics as far back as 100 years ago.

Eye Candy

Dropping in Teaser

Jeremy McGee is getting after it in the teaser video 

to his full film to yet to come.  With a team of ski mountaineers

he climbed and skied the Bloody Couloir in the Sierra Nevadas

Nike: What's Your Excuse?

Mike Scott wants to know your excuse 

for not getting out and getting active?

Four More Feet

Blind Hiker Randy Pierce and his dog Quinn 

climbing all 48 4000ft peaks in New Hampshire in

one winter season

Blind rider completes the RAGBRI ride (includes video)

Adaptive Sports Iowa fields a cycling team for the famous RAGBRI ride across Iowa each year.  With record heat this year this visually impaired athlete shares her story.

Make a Hero Commercial 

Make a Hero is an organization with a message that

life isn't over if you acquire a disability.  In fact it has just begun.

Warfighter Sports and the Denali Climb

5 Veterans with disabilities share their story about 

their attempt to climb Denali 

Humans

Michael Murry is heading to the Paralympics

Did you know that individuals with intellectual disabilities compete in 3 events at the Paralmypics.  Michael Murry is the only representative from the United States.  He will be racing in the 1500m track event.

Tatiana McFadden is fast (includes video)

Athletes have a very busy schedule getting ready to compete.  Tatiana McFadden shares her experience with training for the wheelchair track event.  Her story is pretty motivational too.

Nick Springer is featured in Vanity Fair

Nick Springer is a champion wheelchair rugby player.  He has a picture and article in the latest edition of Vanity Fair.  Paralympians are popping up all over the place.

Meet the Paralmypic Mascot

This is the cartoon version of the creation of

the Wenlock and Mandeville

Sir Ludwig Guttmann the founder of the Paralympics

The BBC has produced a documentary about the founder of the Paralympics Sir Ludwig Guttman.  This two part series called "The Best of Men" will be shown later this summer in the UK.

Education

How Oscar Pistorius's running blades work

Learn something new.  Like how the prosthetic legs of a Paralympic runner work.  This is amazing technology.

Chris Noack and Sport Rehab for Veterans

Chris Noack is a veteran of the Marine Corps and the director of the Office of National Veterans Sports Programs and Special Events.  His blog post is focused on Harnessing the Value of Adaptive Sports for veterans.

Ottobock's Paralympic Exhibition

Paralympic sponsor Ottobock has set up an

interactive exhibition to educate about the Paralympics 

and adaptive sport

Games for Kids in Wheelchairs

All kids have the right to play.  All sports can be adapted with slight modifications.  Here is an article about a few of them.  

Intro to the Skud 18

Two person crew and with a name like Skud 

you know it is going to be fast.  

One of 3 Paralympic class boats

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