Expert adaptive equipment technicians from around the world are the unsung heroes of the Paralympics. For over 30 years, the Paralympic Games have provided a centralized equipment repair station where any athlete can turn for last minute adjustments or desperate fixes to their tires, sleds, and skis. The program traces
Alpine skier Patrick Halgren is the undisputed rock star of the 2026 Winter Paralympics. The Winter Paralympics have overflowed with incredible feats and uplifting stories as expected. But it was Patrick Halgren’s performance in the Super-G final, along with some unforgettable post-race interviews, that won the hearts of Cortina.
There is never a shortage of intriguing athletes, events, and storylines at the Paralympics. In recent years, athletes have emphasized the need to highlight their achievements over their impairments. So, come for the performances and stay for the stories. Here are some things worth watching at the Milano Cortina 2026
Paralympic sports use a process known as “classification“ to create a level playing field and include athletes with a wide range of disabilities. Athlete classification is one of the most unique and confusing aspects of the Paralympic Games. The easiest way to understand classification is to compare it to weight
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
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
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
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
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”
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
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
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