The sport of fencing for athletes in wheelchairs was first introduced at Rome games of 1960. In Wheelchair Fencing, the wheelchairs are fixed in place to keep the chairs from tipping. Listen to discover more about the sport of Wheelchair Fencing.

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Jennifer Ruddell will co-captain the USA Wheelchair Basketball team. Listen to find out more about Jennifer’s life and discover what she hopes to achieve.

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You are an Olympian! As you watch different sporting events, notice how the athletes respond to the pressures of competition and the way they endure. Then as you encounter the pressures of daily life compare your stamina to the endurance being demonstrated by the athletes.

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In September Maggie will try to carry the USA to victory in the 100 meter and 200 meter wheelchair racing events. Learn more about Maggie’s life and discover why she is secure in heart, ability and purpose.

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This year over 4,000 athletes from over 130 countries will be competing in the Beijing Summer Paralympic Games. Listen to discover more about the Paralympic Games.

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