Strongman lifts others
Standing six feet, eight inches tall and weighing nearly 400 pounds, Tom Stoltman has presence. The three-time winner of the World’s Strongest Man competition also has autism.
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Breaking through the Boston Marathon
Bob Hall started a wheelchair racing revolution when he crossed the finish line at the 1975 Boston Marathon.
Power: a high voltage soccer documentary
A new feature documentary follows members of the U.S. Power Soccer team on their journey to the 2023 World Cup in Sydney, Australia.
New sounds on the starting line
For people with PTSD, the jarring sound of a starter pistol is an unpleasant way to start a race. An international team of audio researchers and specialists may have a solution.
The gearheads who keep the games moving
Expert adaptive equipment technicians from around the world are the unsung heroes of the Paralympics.
Sending it for Sven
Alpine skier Patrick Halgren is the undisputed rock star of the 2026 Winter Paralympics.
Winter Paralympic storylines
There is never a shortage of intriguing athletes, events, and storylines at the Paralympics.
Winter Paralympic sport classification guide
Athlete classification is one of the most unique and confusing aspects of the Paralympic Games.
Russian flag to fly at Paralympics
Ukrainian officials will boycott the opening ceremony of the 2026 Paralympic games if athletes from Russia and Belarus are allowed to compete under their own flags. Earlier this week, the International Paralympic Committee (IPC) cleared the way for 10 para athletes from Russia and Belarus to participate in the upcoming
The original Quad Gods
Adaptive gamers were stunning the world of esports long before Ilia Malinin took over the 2026 Winter Olympics. American figure skater Ilia Malinin is one of the breakthrough stars of the Milano Cortina games thanks to some incredible spins and a catchy nickname, but the original “Quad God” was a
Women's para ice hockey goes global
An international development camp in Finland will help identify and motivate the next generation of women's para ice hockey players. The camp will take place at the Vierumäki Olympic Training Center, June 4–7, 2026. There will be up to 30 players and 10 staff members invited to
Blind fans enjoy a tactile broadcast at the Super Bowl
A group of 10 blind and low-vision fans will experience Super Bowl LX using a hand-held device that translates gameplay into vibration and sound. The innovative tech is the creation of a Seattle-based start-up called OneCourt. The company worked with the NFL and Ticketmaster to bring its device to the
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Neuro-doping and the spirit of para sport
Researchers at the University of Birmingham are sounding the alarm on the growing risk of “electroceuticals” in para sport. They argue that the use of spinal cord stimulation systems should be reviewed by the World Anti-Doping Agency to protect the integrity of para sport against the emerging threat of “neuro-doping”
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UT Arlington elevates wheelchair basketball
The University of Texas Arlington men's and women's wheelchair basketball teams have a new home. After decades of success, the "Movin' Mavs" and "Lady Movin' Mavs" are officially joining the UTA Division of Intercollegiate Athletics. Both teams will be supported
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Helmets are definitely cool
High Fives Foundation launched the latest version of their “Helmets are Cool” campaign to create awareness about snow sport safety. High Fives Foundation was originally founded as the "safety net" of the action sports community. The organization provides therapeutic grants to athletes who experience life-changing injuries. Crucially, the
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Para swimmer leads by example
Ali Thuwit is stronger than you think. American Paralympian Ali Thuwit announced a $400,000 gift to the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Foundation to support the next generation of para swimmers. The commitment comes in partnership with Thuwit’s foundation, Stronger Than You Think, and will provide incentive pay
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Apple accessibility ad featured in prime time
College football fans got a quick lesson in accessibility when ESPN aired Apple’s latest ad campaign during the national championship game this week. The ad highlights accessibility features while college students with disabilities sing along in a joyous campus-wide musical. The film was directed by Kim Gehrig, who also
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Vermont Adaptive purchases land for conservation and recreation
Vermont Adaptive Ski and Sports is working to build the state's first adaptive outdoor center. Vermont Adaptive Ski and Sports will be settling into their new home after purchasing a 125-acre property in Rochester, VT. The farmland was purchased with support from Vermont Land Trust and Vermont Housing
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Wheelchair rugby players get tattoos during tournament
Just when we thought wheelchair rugby couldn't possibly be more badass. The Denver Barbarians Wheelchair Rugby Club added a unique twist to their signature event. The Mile High Mayhem tournament featured a tattoo station, on-site, with custom flash designs and professional tattoo artists ready to ink players in-between