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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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
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)
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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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.
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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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)
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."
To gain access to the video please click on the link and follow the directions for download.
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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
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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Video of the day
Jessica Cox is doing some amazing things as a double arm amputee. Here she shows her skills as a pilot.
International:
North Korea's first Paralympian
Rim Ju Song is swimming to history. Being North Korea's first Paralympian he is breaking barriers in a country while has a history of human rights violations against all minorities.
Uganda's Believes Disability is a Curse
Around the world individuals with disabilities need to educate their countrymen on why they are valuable members of society. In Uganda that is still the case as they believe being born with a disability is a curse.
Ugandan Boxer with a Visual Impairment
Regardless of stereotypes this guy is training hard.
Who wants to get in the ring with him?
Paralympics
Online Streaming of the Paralympics Games and Results
MSN has put out a list of the 12 hottest Paralympic Athletes (includes men and women). Seems like when you train all your life for the second largest athletic event in the world you end up with a hard body.
Most viewed Paralympic Games Ever
The Washington Post reports that the London 2012 Games will be the most watched games to date. The digital age is one of the main reasons for this viewership as there are several websites to watch the games on. There are also a large number of major TV channels which will be broadcasting the event.
Eye Candy
Aaron "Wheelz" Fortheringham on the Mega Ramp
Such respect to anyone who can step up to something like this. Nice work!
Chris Waddell is the first Parapalegic to Climb Kilimanjaro
The One Revolution Foundation is doing some amazing work with Chris Waddell at the helm.
When you get a chance to hear him speak you will be very motivated.
Worlds First Underwater Wheelchair
Wheelchairs underwater. This engineering project is really cool.
Who Says I Can't with Jothy Rosenberg
The "Who Says I Can't" Webseries follows Jothy Rosenberg as he travels around on one leg trying all kinds of different sports. The website and youtube channel have lots more to see.
Amy Prudy (Snowboarder and Double Amp) and Daniel Gale on the Amazing Race
The Amazing Race is a US TV show where team travel around the world to do fun challenges and have to not finish last or get eliminated. Amy Prudy is a world class snowboarder and in the upcoming series. Meet the couple here.
Or watch a little clip about Amy's story
Notorius Nick Newell fights MMA
Mixed Martial Arts fighting is one of the fastest growing sports around. Nick Newell was born without a hand has a very impressive record in the ring.
Education
How to swim with one arm
The Challenged Athletes Foundation has released a video on one armed swimming techniques
Paralympic History in Pictures
The Paralympic games have been documented over the years. Here is a short pictorial history including a golfer without arms and a dart thrower without vision.
Martial Arts from a Wheelchair
Nick Newell might inspire you to learn how to defend yourself from a wheelchair. Here's how.
Wheelchair accessible deer stand
Michigan group creates a deer stand which can get anyone up and able to see wild life.
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Video of the day!
Sport does not care who you are...everyone can take part!
International:
Power Lifter Training for Gold
Vietnamese power lifter has his sites set on a London 2012 medal. Learn about the long road to being a professional athlete.
China Opens New Sports Training Center
The legacy of the Beijing Paralympic Games was an increased awareness of adaptive sports throughout China. In order to improve performance of Chinese athletes the new China Disabilities Training Center recently opened.
Indonesian has not medaled in the Paralympics in 10 years
Table Tennis is the sport which could bring the Indonesian Paralympic Team their first medal in ten years. The athletes have their sites set on the final and will be training hard to get to this spot.
Adventure travel in Austria
The Austrian company Freizeit-PSO is offering adventure travel trips around Austria. Individuals with both physical and intellectual disabilities can sight up to experience hiking, climbing, diving and rafting.
Well said... thanks for producing this Team Canada!
Adaptive Sport in Ghana
The National Paralympic Committee of Ghana is working hard to increase awareness and opportunities for persons with disabilities to experience sport. They are working to produce future Paralympians.
Boosting is the term used to describe a unique form of "doping". Athletes with disabilities will harm themselves in order to produce an adrenaline rush. Athough rare it is still a problem and needs to be carefully monitored.
Paralympic athletes with intellectual disabilities
After being banned from competition following the Sydney Paralympic Games athletes with intellectual disabilities are being allowed back into competition. Although their total numbers are only around 120 they will be closely watched to ensure their is no more cheating. Here are two reports from the International Paralympic Committee and the other from the Independent Newspaper.
Eye Candy
Ami Mullen on Labels
Ami Mullen shares her thoughts on labels
Mandeville the Mascot
Paralympic mascot Mandeville tries a number of Paralympic Sports
Kurt Yaegar on his BMX bike
Kurt Yaegar is an actor and pro-bmx racer
who can land back flips on his bike.
He also happens to be an amputee
Wheelchair Rugby
Wheelchair Rugby is a very high action and impact sport. Check out this video to get everyone excited to watch it at the London 2012 Paralympics.
Tennis with an Amputation
Athlete with one arm showing his
skills on the tennis court
Adaptive Surfing
Surfing is an amazing way to get outside and get active. This guy shares his story and some eye popping footage of him on a wave.
Humans
Paralympian Paul Callahan is hooked on sailing
Paul Callahan is going to represent Team USA in the Sonar sailing class. He also heads up a non profit called Sail to Prevail which gets everyone out on the water.
Huge Herr predicts whats next
MIT professor Huge Herr who lost his legs in a climbing accident shares what he feels is going to be the next step in adaptive technology. "He uses words like “sexy”, “cool” and “powerful” to describe his disability."
An example of a powerful new prosthetic.
Katie Holloway found sitting volleyball and so much more (includes video)
Being the captain of Team USA women's sitting volleyball team comes with some pressures. Katie Holloway is up to them including leading the team to the final match in London.
Veterans Use Sport as a rehab tool (includes video)
Sport as a rehab tool seems like a great idea. It is fun, social, and you can get some fitness. These United States Veterans use sport as a way to get back into life. Chris Noack, head of the VA Sports Rehab program, shares his thoughts on why this is an important part of getting back to normal.
Soccer goalie returns to the field after amputation (includes video)
Brevard College soccer goalie has returned to the field after loosing her leg above the knee in an accident. Her competitive spirit wouldn't let her sit on the sideline.
Education
What is Goalball?
Goalball is a sport which was created specifically for individuals with visual impairments and is high action.
Paralympic Sports Explained
Every wondering what are the actually sports in the Paralympics? Read on and learn.
Paralympic Logo Historical Timeline
The logo for the Paralympic games has evolved over the years just as the game have. Here are a few of the past logos.
Wheelchair Lacrosse
A relative new comer onto the scene for adaptive sports wheelchair lacrosse is gaining momentum
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