‘Less of a stare’: Paralympian Ellie Simmonds believes London 2012 has benefitted disabled people
Four-time Paralympic champion Ellie Simmonds hopes that this year’s games in Rio can emulate the legacy of London 2012.
Paralympics 2016: Meet the ‘little’ Bolton boy preparing to dish out wheelchair rugby punishment in Rio
From the little guy smashing into people in wheelchair basketball, to the little guy smashing into people in wheelchair rugby, Ayaz Bhuta has enjoyed the transition into his new sport.
Paralympics 2016: Third time lucky for ‘buzzing’ wheelchair tennis star Cotterill
After narrowly missing the cut for two previous Paralympic Games, few would blame Antony Cotterill if he had given up on his dream of representing his country at the highest level of all.
Paralympics 2016: Former Army captain Beighton can’t wait for para-canoeing debut
If at first you don’t succeed, switch sports and try again. That’s the motto for Shrewsbury’s Nick Beighton as he looks to finally get hold of a Paralympic medal.
Manchester school Our Lady boosts pupils’ confidence with Olympic and Paralympic day fast approaching
Pupils at a Manchester school are counting down to this summer’s 2016 Olympic and Paralympic Games by throwing themselves into helping the local community.
‘Over the moon’: Macclesfield ski talent wins up-and-coming award to put 2018 Winter Paralympics bid on piste
Teenage visually impaired alpine skier Menna Fitzpatrick says scooping a prestigious Ski Club of Great Britain award is a huge boost to her confidence with the 2018 Winter Paralympics fast approaching.
‘Nice to be noticed’: Visually impaired skier breaks down barriers en route to Korea
It’s a sign of the success Macclesfield visually impaired skier Menna Fitzpatrick enjoyed last season that even she was surprised by how well things went – but the 18-year-old insists it is just the start of things to come with a Paralympic Games appearance her ultimate aim.
Bridging the gap: Gorton youngsters use Brazilian music for elderly interaction
Pupils at a Gorton secondary school are counting down to this summer’s Olympic and Paralympic Games by throwing themselves into engaging with the local community.
Rochdale schoolkids use community spirit, not sport, to learn true Olympic values
Pupils at a Rochdale school are counting down to this summer’s Olympic and Paralympic Games by immersing themselves within the local community.
‘Like being in a nightclub’: Manchester’s Dame Storey remembers ‘incredible’ Six Day London cycling event
As one of Great Britain’s most decorated Paralympians, few in sport can claim to have such a diverse background as Dame Sarah Storey after winning medals in cycling and swimming.
Denton pupils help build pride and excitement in the lead-up to Rio Olympics
Pupils at a Denton school are counting down to this summer’s 2016 Olympic and Paralympic Games by throwing themselves into helping the local community.