#parasports

[schar-aac]

"wheelchair basketball" (also added to sports & games page)

image: a red figure in a specialised sports wheelchair, holding up a basketball. there are motion lines behind their hands and the chair's wheels.

#sports #wheelchair basketball #people #communication symbol #communication image #aac symbol #aac image #aac emoji #custom emoji #parasports #disability

[wheelie-butch]

Para-sports has really changed my outlook on basically everything we're taught about sport, fitness, ability, weight, health etc. It's so important, every para-sports club in the world deserves a billion pounds each so everyone can have the opportunity to try it all out.

#mez speaks #disability #actually disabled #wheelchair rugby #paralympics #parasports #its done more for me than any body positive movement tbh

[bocciaraf]

A sporting account… on Tumblr?

Bit of an experiment, this. Hopefully not a mistake.

Hello. I’m Rafael. I play boccia, which is a Paralympic sport (e.g., a sport which is in the Paralympics, like goalball, wheelchair rugby, etc). It’s a cousin of pétanque, lawn bowls, curling, and all those other sports whose ancient ancestor is someone going “I bet I can get my rock closer to that pebble over there than you can get yours”. Boccia is played indoors, in a space almost exactly the same size as a badminton court, as individuals, in pairs, or teams of 3. In the UK the overwhelming emphasis is on individual play, although pairs and teams competition is growing in global significance.

I’m a member of the newly reformed England squad, run by our governing body Boccia England, and I’m classified as a BC3 athlete - that means that instead of throwing or kicking the balls, we roll them down a ramp instead. The ramp is positioned, and balls set up on it for us, by a Ramp Operator - for me, that’s either one of my personal assistants, or increasingly, my partner. The RO isn’t allowed to see what’s going on on the court, they have to keep their back to it at all times during matchplay - they’re only allowed to physically help, not tactically help.

Playing boccia changed my life - I’ve always been a competitive person but until I discovered the sport in 2012, aged 27, had not only no access to participate in sports but no idea that a sport I could meaningfully play even existed. My sporting career is a direct legacy of the 2012 London Paralympics; it was the presentation of the Boccia UK Squad at the opening ceremony which resulted in the penny dropping. I was at my first club session within a few weeks, and attended my first competition a few weeks after that - I won a bronze medal, and was hooked.

My breakout year was the 2018-2019 season; our last complete season before the pandemic brought everything to a screeching halt. That year I zoomed my way through the Heathcoat Cup national finals - our ‘second division’ competition, a precious space for beginner and improving players to learn their trade without getting steamrollered by the pros - which qualified me directly into the BE Cup Finals, which is the de facto England national championship. I won my pool, unbeaten, and ultimately came 4th, which saw me begin the 2019-2020 season ranked 5th in England, behind two international athletes and two England players.

After that came a funny couple of years; half a season and two bronze medals in BE Cup Qualifiers before the pandemic stopped everything, and then a heavily modified “Back to Boccia” season for 2021-2022, at which I won the gold medal at two of the three Back To Boccia Cup events, went and won the qualifying tournament for the German National Boccia Championships in Düsseldorf - broadening my horizons as a dual national - before being selected for my very first Boccia UK Challenger. The Challengers are events run by BUK to provide the UK national squad, and selected others from the home countries, with additional formal competition experience. At the Gloucester Challenger there were 4 Boccia UK-supported athletes; two men from the World Class Programme and two women being supported in their development with coaching and world-class equipment, including Paralympian Scott McCowan, who had come 4th in Tokyo just nine months earlier. I beat all four UK athletes, and ultimately came second to my England colleague Matt Berry. That silver medal is my greatest achievement, to date. Matt and I followed that up with another one-two finish at the special, pandemic-edition competition run within the talent pathway as a substitute for the England national championships, which resulted in my being selected for my very first UK National Championships, where I lost only to the two McCowan brothers, Paralympians both, and ultimately came 6th. Just a fortnight later I was in Berlin, where I won the silver medal in the German National Championships.

I’ve just kicked off the 2022-2023 season with a very solid 5th place at the first BE Cup qualifier competition, and I’m off up to the SMILE Boccia Open tomorrow, to train up a shiny new personal assistant as a ramp operator. Wish us luck!

http://www.rafaelyoung.co.uk

#boccia #disability sport #parasports #athlete #para-boccia #BC3 #Boccia England #Boccia UK #long post

[sumaqosh]

Paralympic Phryge

To celebrate the announcement of the new Olympic and Paralympic mascots, I drew the Paralympic Phryge holding her hand on her heart as she waves the French flag :D

#olympics #paralympics #olympic mascot #paralympic mascot #paris 2024 #france #french #phryge #sports #parasports

[akanshaudaipur]

National Disabled cricket championship 2023

Cricket : A gentleman’s game

Cricket, a sport that transcends boundaries and captivates hearts worldwide, is more than just a game; it's a tapestry of passion, technique, and history. From the tranquil elegance of a perfectly timed cover drive to the thunderous roar of the crowd after a spectacular catch, cricket is a symphony of moments that leave us spellbound. In a groundbreaking event  the historic city Udaipur is all set for its 3rd National Disabled Cricket Championship T20 2023 to celebrate the indomitable spirit of cricket among differently abled individuals. The choice of Udaipur as the host city for this event adds a touch of magic to the championship. State-of-the-art stadiums will host the cricket action, providing the participants with world-class facilities to showcase their skills. This championship is set to create history from September 28th to October 8th, 2023. Organized by Narayan Seva Sansthan, powered by the Rajasthan Royals, in association with the Differently-Abled Cricket Council of India (DCCI), a body supported by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).

HARBHAJAN SINGH AS A BRAND AMBASSADOR

Harbhajan Singh, a cricket legend and the brand ambassador of the National Disabled Cricket Championship, embodies the spirit of inclusivity and sportsmanship. His support for disabled cricket showcases his commitment to providing opportunities for all aspiring cricketers, regardless of their physical challenges. Through his involvement, he champions the belief that cricket is a game for everyone, inspiring a new generation of athletes to overcome obstacles and shine on the field. Harbhajan singh’s support takes the tournament to the new height’s.

Participants and conduct of championship

The national disabled cricket championship 2023 promises to be an inspiring showcase of talent and determination. With a staggering 400 differently abled players hailing from 24 states across India, including Madhya Pradesh, Haryana, Vidarbha, Delhi, Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, Hyderabad, Goa, Karnataka, Mumbai, West Bengal, Andhra Pradesh, Bihar, Rajasthan, Gujarat, Punjab, Chandigarh, Himachal Pradesh, Jharkhand, Baroda, Odisha, and Uttarakhand, this championship is set to be a true celebration of inclusivity.

 The Championship will follow the thrilling T20 format,   adding an extra layer of excitement to this remarkable event.

Venue for the exciting and thrilling championship

The athletes participating in the championship will showcase their powers at multiple venues including the NSS Ground, BN College Ground, MB College Ground, and the Field Club Ground, turning Udaipur into the cricketing capital of India for these ten memorable days.

Stay tuned for a display of incredible cricketing talent and a demonstration of the unbreakable spirit of these athletes.

Cooperative entities

Narayan Seva Sansthan

Narayan Seva Sansthan has long been a beacon of hope and support for the differently abled community, tirelessly working towards their betterment. In a remarkable display of inclusivity and dedication, organizing this championship providing a platform for differently abled individuals to showcase their talents and passion for the sport. Moreover, their unwavering commitment extends beyond sports; over the years, they have performed countless corrective surgeries, significantly improving the lives of those with disabilities. Narayan Seva Sansthan's enduring mission of empowerment and rehabilitation continues to uplift and inspire the differently abled in remarkable ways.

DCCI

The Differently Abled Cricket Council of India (DCCI) plays a pivotal role as a sub-committee of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), and its support for the National Disabled Cricket Championship 2023 is commendable. DCCI's commitment to promoting cricket among individuals with disabilities reflects a strong dedication to inclusivity and sportsmanship. By facilitating such tournaments, they not only provide a platform for differently abled cricketers to showcase their skills but also foster a spirit of unity and resilience within the cricketing community.

#narayanse #cricket2023 #disabledcricket #parasports

[cripplecharacters]

I was looking through various Paralympics for inspiration on including a disabled character in a high fantasy story I’m working on and came across disabled archery. Perfect for the story I’m working on!

However most of the resources I’ve found so far relate to disabled archers in modern sport competitions- how the competitions are scored, the requirements for aids in competition and so on. I’ve having trouble translating what I’ve learned about disabled archery in competition to fantasy.

The information I’m looking has to be out there I just haven’t found it. Do you have any resources or ideas? General thoughts on having a disabled archer are also greatly appreciated.

Thank you and I love this blog!

Hi! I'm glad you enjoy the blog :-D

It would be much easier for us to answer if we know what your character's disability is, and what's their body and limb function! If you could send us some additional info about it, we could help more.

Is the main issue visualizing how archery could work for your character specifically because of the setting? The sport hasn't changed that much across history (at least compared to other sports), I think that watching modern Paralympic archers wouldn't be that much different! There's also photos/videos of the first Paralympics-adjacent events like the Stoke Mandeville Games that took place in the 40s, and they used bows that would probably fit in fantasy much better than the modern ones!

For translating competition-para-archery to fighting-para-archery, I think you would be considering the same things as you would in regular archery.

I think that having a disabled archer is great! It's one of the oldest paralympic sports with a lot of history :) also I feel like most disabled characters who fight always have it "counter" their disability in some way, and I always thought that giving a disabled character a bow or a gun would be a much better option that makes a lot more sense as well!

If you have a more specific question, please send another ask! More information about your character's disability will be helpful as well:-)

mod Sasza

#mod sasza #who-needs-words #parasports in media #fantasy setting #more information needed

[ifreakingloveroyals]

Through the Years → Victoria, Crown Princess of Sweden (757/∞)

12 May 2023 | The Crown Princess gave precedence to Andrew Parsons, chairman of the International Paralympic Committee (IPC). The preference took place at The Royal Palace in Stockholm. (Photo by Parasport Sverige/Kungahuset)

#Crown Princess Victoria #Sweden #2023 #Parasport Sverige #Kungahuset #through the years: Victoria

[cyrillechahboune]

MURPH VERSION ADAPTATIVE 1 mile (1,6km) SkiErg 100 Pull-ups 200 Push-ups 300 Seated back ext 1 mile (toujours 1,6km) SkiErg Avec gilet lesté🤙

En pleine préparation pour les jeux paralympiques dans la catégorie volley-ball assis, le crossfit est une activité quotidienne de ma préparation 👊

MURPH ADAPTIVE VERSION

👊 Wod description 1 mile (1.6km) SkiErg 100 Pull-ups 200 Push-ups 300 Seated back ext 1 mile (still 1.6km) SkiErg With weighted vest🤙

In the midst of preparing for the Paralympic Games in the sitting volleyball category, crossfit is a daily activity in my preparation👊

📸 @jib_cze 🙌 juin /june 2023 @crossfit_nimes

#crossfit #parasport #murph #wod #training #paralympics #paris2024 #french athlete #prosthetic legs

[pamelahalling]

Bye bye 2022... Du warst ein anstrengendes, aber auch ein erfolgreiches Jahr voller Emotionen. Ein Jahr dessen Weg steinig schien. Für mich zum ersten Mal aus der Perspektive einer Rollifahrerin. Aber in einem Rollstuhl ( @sopurrollstuehle ) mit dem ich die Steine spielend umfahren konnte. Hoffnungslosigkeit und Verzweiflung wichen dem Mut und der Zuversicht. Und dem Gedanken dass ich mit meiner geliebten Familie alles erreichen werde. Mit der Hilfe und der Liebe von meinem Schatzi Sabine ist kein Berg zu hoch. Sportlich durfte ich dank meiner Freundin/Coach/Teammate Karola und der Unterstützung meines Lieblingstrainingspartners Jonas an 8 Turnieren teilnehmen. Über 7×🥇 1×🥈 und 1×🥉habe ich mich wahnsinnig gefreut und die Vizelandesmeisterschaft 2022 hat mir den Mut zum Träumen zurück gegeben. Leider musste ich bei der deutschen Meisterschaft im Sommer vom Spielfeldrand zuschauen. Aber ich habe es unter die 24 Besten Qualifikationsschützinnen geschafft. 2023 werde ich alles geben um auf den Treppchen ganz oben zu stehen... oder zu sitzen😉 Aber auch Sportlich gab es Dinge neu zu bewerten. Wenn Zielsetzungen nicht zu den eigenen Träumen passen, dann wird es Zeit auch Sportlich Ziele loszulassen. Für 2023 werde ich mich auf die Meisterschaften konzentrieren und der Liga den Rücken kehren. Grün ist das neue Schwarz. Alles in allem liebe ich das Leben und freue mich auf ein aufregendes neues Jahr 2023 mit vielen Herausforderungen und schönen Momenten. Ich wünsche euch allen ein wunderschönen Start in das neue Jahr. Bleibt gesund, mutig und Zukunftsorientiert. Ich bleibe ich... Mit Easton x7 Eclipse auf Zielscheibe werfen 🤗🤗🤗 #Livewithoutlimits #bleibtgesund #wheelchairgirl #HipBow #bogensport #wheelchairarchery #archerygirl #archery #recurvebow #msfigther #recurve #bogenschiessenmachtglücklich #lifestyle #bscibbenbüren #worldarchery #worldarcherygermany #SOPUR #bogensportwelt #parasport #instagram #insta #mtf #wheelchairlife #bogenschiessen #sunrisemedical #targetarchery #alleinsgold #eastonarchery #pride 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈 (hier: Ibbenbüren, Germany) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cm1gITBNXkZ/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

#livewithoutlimits #bleibtgesund #wheelchairgirl #hipbow #bogensport #wheelchairarchery #archerygirl #archery #recurvebow #msfigther #recurve #bogenschiessenmachtglücklich #lifestyle #bscibbenbüren #worldarchery #worldarcherygermany #sopur #bogensportwelt #parasport #instagram #insta #mtf #wheelchairlife #bogenschiessen #sunrisemedical #targetarchery #alleinsgold #eastonarchery #pride

[schar-aac]

"murderball"

image: a red figure wearing blue sports clothes strapped into a specialised sports wheelchair that's tipping over. they're reaching for a round white ball which is in the air

#sports #murderball #parasports #communication image #communication symbol #aac symbol #aac emoji #aac image #custom emoji

[wheelie-butch]

Heya, your talk of wheelchair sports seems so so cool, do you think ambulatory users or folks with energy limiting disabilities (me/cfs etc) would be able to participate? I can't exert myself for super long but would love the community

Hey! Glad you enjoy hearing about it ^-^ I got halfway through writing this and realised I couldn't tell if you meant 'able to participate' as in 'allowed' or 'physically capable of it' so I'll try address both :)

It ended up kinda long so I'm putting it below the cut:

In terms of 'allowed' - I'm no expert but in most cases the short answer is yes! Most clubs just want to get people in and playing. It gets a bit more complicated when you look at competitive tournaments etc. (more on this in a minute) but if you just want to go along for a bit of exercise and meeting people then yeah there'll most likely be others in a similar way there already :)

I'm just going to focus on what I've seen in my time at wheelchair rugby but I will add I know there are sports that are definitely mixed abled and disabled (sitting volleyball, wheelchair rugby league, wheelchair basketball in SOME countries, probably more) so presumably those would definitely be open to everyone.

Okay so at wheelchair rugby aka murderball yeah you'd definitely be allowed to join :) I'm ambulatory myself and have chronic fatigue. There's a really big range of reasons my teammates are there also. I don't actually know many of my teammates diagnoses/conditions but just off the top of my head to give you an idea of the range of ability:

Several people walk seemingly 'normally' when not in a rugby chair

Other people walk with mobility aids or a limp but are still ambulatory (me included, though I usually bring my day chair to practice because the building is kinda big)

Some people walk with lower limp prosthetics

Some people have dwarfism (and don't use a day chair)

I've actually been asked by other players if I'm there because of POTS or ME/CFS so I'm guessing it's not an uncommon reason for people to go?

and then of people who are full time wheelchair users it's still a huge spectrum of difference

BUT (only really important if you want to play competitively)

I don't know much about other wheelchair sports but if you're interested in wheelchair rugby / murderball specifically then it's a little bit more complicated in terms of if you can join a league team or not depending on your disability.

Basically wheelchair rugby is designed as an alternative for basketball for people who have upper-body impairment. There's a classification system to give players points based on their level of impairment which is how teams are built for competitive 4-a-side play (the version they play in the paralympics).

I found rugby way more fun than basketball looked so I chose that to play even though I don't have any upper-body impairment. I'm a 'non classifiable' player, so I can't play in official 4s games, but I can play in 5-a-side games which is its own league and slightly different rules. Most clubs just take everyone who wants to play and will only separate out 4s and 5s players as needed for tournaments.

I'm in no way an expert about classification since it's quite complicated. It's quite a touchy subject often because the tests they do to classify you can be invasive and people often find the system unfair is my understanding. But if you don't have any upper-body impairment then you'll probably be a non-classifiable 5s player like me. However, I have heard mentioned that the classification system is at least supposed to take into account things like fatigue and if you have something that impacts your mental processing. It's basically something you'd end up discussing with your coach after a few months of attending if they felt like you could be classified. I'm probably making it sound a way bigger deal than it would be I just get excited trying to explain rugby haha.

In terms of physically able to play - obviously I don't know your situation but if you have the strength to be ambulatory then I think yeah it's mostly likely you will be able to.

Things to keep in mind:

the chairs are much heavier than a day chair. You might have trouble moving them at first but if you're able to build muscle in your arms it will get easier

obviously it'll differ by club but training at mine is quite long, 2 hours on Tuesday and 3 on Saturday. It might take a bit of trial and error to work out how much you're able to handle but they should be understanding if you can't make it to every session or have to leave early or sit out etc.

rugby is a very high contact sport, you will get bashed into a lot and you will go over at some point. I've never been hurt worse than some bumps and bruises and I don't know anyone who has sustained worse either but just be aware of that

you'll need thick gloves (I use gardening gloves) and tape to keep them on or you will get blisters

it's mixed gender but still mostly men

it's a really technical sport there's so much going on and you have to be thinking all the time! It's taken me about a year to start being able to actually understand what's going on in games rather than be in blind panic, but it gets so much more fun once you do. It also makes it tricky with fatigue though if it gives you brain fog.

games are 4 quarters of something like 8 minutes long I think BUT they end up longer because the clock stops often but you're still playing during that time. It's quite a lot to play on court for one whole game but usually people get subbed in and out a lot

I feel like those are all the things I can think of to say about rugby it took me like 2 hours to write I hope that answered your question alright! Please DM me or send another ask if there's anything else I can talk about that would be useful for you. I really hope you give a sport a go, it's helped me so much beyond just the exercise and I really love it :) let me know if you do I'd love to hear about it!

#disability #wheelchair #wheelchair user #wheelchair rugby #murderball #paralympics #parasports

[dorstadt]

Zeitschrift „Der NordDeutsche Schütze“, Ausgabe 07 & 08/2022 (Juli & August 2022), Seite 26

#Dorstadt #Oderwald #Wolfenbüttel #DerNordDeutscheSchütze #Schützenverein #Schießsport #Schützengesellschaft #Semmenstedt #JHV #Jahreshauptversammlung #Vereinsmeister #Dart #Bogensport #Parasport #StopWar #Nesbor #Saust #Matzuga

#Dorstadt #Oderwald #Wolfenbüttel #Semmenstedt #JHV #Jahreshauptversammlung #DerNordDeutscheSchütze #StopWar #Schützenverein #Schießsport #Schützengesellschaft #Vereinsmeister #Dart #Bogensport #Parasport #Nesbor #Saust #Matzuga

[csillagpontradio]

A 2024. évi Európai Egyetemi Játékok - A Sportszelet vendége Rakaczki Zoltán

A 2024. évi Európai Egyetemi Játékok esemény Magyarországon lesz, Debrecenben és Miskolcon rendezi meg a Magyar Egyetemi-Főiskolai Sportszövetség. A témában a Csillagpont Rádió Sportszelet című műsorában Martini Emil vendége Rakaczki Zoltán volt.

#Sport-Parasport

[ejcmedia]

Le parasport, un ensemble de disciplines qui se médiatisent

Alors que le parasport (parfois appelé “handisport”) se développe de plus en plus et que ses sportifs se professionnalisent, ces disciplines restent encore marginales. Elles cherchent davantage de visibilité, c’est pourquoi les Assises du Journalisme 2024 à Tours sont notamment revenues sur ce sport. Pour Laurence Pécaut-Rivolier, conseillère à l’Arcom, “la retransmission du parasport n’est pas…

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#Assises du journalisme #handisport #Jeux Olympiques #parasport #sport #Théo BOISSONNEAU

[cripplecharacters]

I want to have the character be (physically) disabled, but still physically active. Is there any way I can write this?

Hi! I am trying to write a action based series, but I want to give one of the main (teenage) characters a disability that affects their movement.

I want the character to be physically active, maybe a martial artist, but I want to have them be disabled as well, in a way that actually affects them and the story (not just cosmetically disabling them, essentially)

The story isn’t supposed to be centred around this, and I don’t want to use it as a “punishment” or “cure” it- I want it to be something that have already adapted to.

When I search up disabled athletes to find stories/ references for this character, it’s all missing limbs, which is not what I am going for with this character

Do you have anything that can help me?

Hello, anon - Something to start with is what do you mean by "mobility related disability", as there are a lot of things that could go under that category. I would recommend thinking more of what you want - something more dynamic or static, something acquired (whether through injury or illness) or something from birth, or even something genetic or hereditary that was triggered or got worse later in life? Do you want something that gets worse as time goes by, or something that won't continue to progress?

That being said and considered, have you considered a dynamic disability? A dynamic disability is a disability that varies in severity. It may be something that "flares" one day and is less severe potentially another day. An example is arthritis or often fibromyalgia. The disability doesn't disappear day to day, but the use of mobility aids or other disability aids for example may differ from day to day. Some are progressive and some are static, and it can be acquired, from birth, or a combination.

A thing to keep in mind for dynamic disability that many people talk about in these spaces is borrowing energy. You may have a good day where you push to do more, but this could lead to the next day having more severe symptoms.

Here's a link, for example, about martial arts for people with arthritis.

Another suggestion that I always like to add is Cerebral Palsy! There are a variety of ways the disorder can affect someone, from more severe to more mild, and people can adapt in really interesting ways. Here is a great link about a martial artist who adapts for his cerebral palsy and teaches others.

If anyone has any other suggestions or experiences, let us know in the replies or comments!

-Mod Bert

#mod bert #parasports in media #anonymous

[planstransamanacanalpanema]

Back when I volunteered with parasport I was hanging around talking with some other volunteers after our session and suddenly this middle aged kid, maybe 12 or 13, started screaming and rolling around in the ground with his knee bent backwards and I ran over, freaking out because obviously. And then he just pulled his pants leg up, put his prosthetic leg back on the right way, and then just got up and walked away.

#parasport #punked by a leg