Wheelchair Sports Alberta

It is bittersweet to have Shawn step down from his head coaching role, but we are jazzed to have him back on Team Alberta as an athlete. We can't wait for his experience and passion back on the ice!

We are now on the hunt for a new Head Coach for Team Alberta Para Hockey. If you are interested in this position, please reach out to Brayden at [email protected] for more information. Vulnerable Sector Check required.

We know that guy! 🤩

It's time for another Honoured Member Highlight!

Ron Minor began his successful career in wheelchair sports in 1975. At the 1984 New York/Stoke Mandeville Paralympics, he won gold medals in the 200m and 400m races, along with bronze medals in the 100m, 800m, and marathon events. He later competed in wheelchair basketball at the 1988 Seoul and 1992 Barcelona Paralympics, where his team finished 5th in both events. He has been inducted twice, in 1980 as a Wheelchair Sports Athlete, and again in 2008 with the 2004-2005 Alberta Northern Lights Wheelchair Basketball Team.

Wheelchair Sports Alberta Alberta Northern Lights Wheelchair Basketball Society Paralympic Sports Association Canadian Paralympic Team

Team Canada is through to the semifinals following Tuesday's 79-67 victory over the Netherlands.

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Schedule update: The SMNT will face the Netherlands in the quarterfinals on Tuesday at 10 a.m. ET.

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Canada tops Germany, sets up quarterfinal showdown with Netherlands

Complete recap: https://tinyurl.com/3avk98nj

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Le Canada triomphe de l’Allemagne et s’apprête à affronter les Pays-Bas, en quarts de finale

Récapitulation complète : https://tinyurl.com/ynz5pft5

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The Senior Women's National Team returns to action on Wednesday at the Paralympics when they face Germany in the quarterfinals. Tip off is at 3:30 p.m. ET.

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Team Canada wrapped up group play with an 81-49 victory over Spain on Sunday.

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Team Canada locks in second seed in Group A with win over Spain

Full recap : https://tinyurl.com/mta227

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Équipe Canada obtient la deuxième place au classement du groupe A avec une victoire sur l’Espagne

Récapitulation complète : https://tinyurl.com/mtpnm9k5

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Canada lose to Japan in the final pool stage game. 🇨🇦🏐

Le Canada s'incline face au Japon lors du dernier match de la phase préliminaire 🇨🇦🏐

The SMNT opened the Paralympics with a thrilling 83-68 victory over the host, France, on Friday in Paris.

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Let’s Go Canada! The Women’s Team defeat Team GB 🇨🇦🏀

Allez Canada! L’équipe féminine de basketball en fauteuil roulant du Canada bat l’équipe de la Grande-Bretagne 🇨🇦🏀

The Canadian Wheelchair Basketball team secures a commanding victory against France with a final score of 83-68 at the Paris 2024 Paralympics! An incredible team effort! 🇨🇦

L’équipe canadienne de basketball en fauteuil roulant remporte une victoire écrasante contre la France avec un pointage final de 83-68 aux Jeux paralympiques de Paris2024! Un effort d’équipe incroyable!🇨🇦

Today we're highlighting Robert Easton, a standout in wheelchair racing, who dominated the sport from 1982 to 1988, setting world records and winning three gold medals at the Seoul Paralympics in 1988. He was inducted in 2000 as a Wheelchair Track & Field Athlete.

Read more about him here: https://www.albertasportshallmembers.ca/profiles/104

Wheelchair Sports Alberta The Alberta Cerebral Palsy Sports Association

Team Canada fell 70-65 to China on Thursday at the Paralympic Games.

Full stats: https://tinyurl.com/bdc7xf8d

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The Paralympic Games have officially started, so we're going to highlight a few of our Paralympic inductees.

Dr. Robert "Bob" Steadward, the founding president of the International Paralympic Committee (1989-2001), played a key role in advancing Paralympic sports, establishing multiple organizations and serving in various leadership roles both locally and internationally. His contributions earned him numerous awards, including the Bryce Taylor Memorial Award and honorary memberships in several sports associations. Dr. Steadward was inducted in 1984 as a Wheelchair Sports Builder.

You can read more about him at https://www.albertasportshallmembers.ca/profiles/472

Paralympic Games The Steadward Centre for Personal & Physical Achievement Wheelchair Sports Alberta University of Alberta

USA defeat Canada in the second game of Session 1 at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games!

Final score USA 51 - 48 Canada

Next up... France v Denmark at 17:30 UTC+2

Opening ceremonies are kicking off and we are PUMPED! Let's go Team Canada and an extra special shout out to our Alberta athletes. We are so proud and cheering you on from back home.

Alberta! Tune in to the Paralympic Games from August 28th – September 8th & Support Para Athletes from Alberta! ⁠
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126 athletes are set to represent Canada and 26 are affiliated with the Canadian Sport Institute Alberta (CSIAB). ⁠
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The CSIAB 50/50 is back during the Paralympic Games and your support is vital. You can make a significant impact with all proceeds from this initiative directly benefiting para athletes, helping them access training, equipment, and empowering them to achieve their full potential. Join us in championing our para athletes! ⁠
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Every ticket purchased makes a direct impact on their journey to the podium! ⁠
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Play Now, Buy Now, Win Big: https://csiab5050.ca/⁠
Alberta ! Regardez les Jeux paralympiques du 28 août au 8 septembre et appuyez les athlètes paralympiques de l'Alberta ! ⁠
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126 athlètes sont prêts à représenter le Canada et 26 sont affiliés à l'Institut canadien du sport de l'Alberta (ICSA). ⁠
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Le 50/50 de l'ICASB est de retour pendant les Jeux paralympiques et votre soutien est essentiel. Vous pouvez avoir un impact significatif, car tous les profits de cette initiative bénéficieront directement aux athlètes paralympiques, en les aidant à accéder à l'entraînement et à l'équipement, et en leur donnant les moyens d'atteindre leur plein potentiel. Rejoignez-nous pour défendre nos athlètes handicapés ! ⁠
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Chaque billet acheté a un impact direct sur leur parcours vers le podium ! ⁠
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Jouez maintenant, achetez maintenant, gagnez gros : https://csiab5050.ca/

One of the fastest and strongest high-pointers in the world, Zak made his debut in London 2012 at only sixteen years old. Paris marks Zak's fourth Paralympic Games with Team Canada.🇨🇦🏐

Zak, l'un des sauteurs les plus rapides et les plus forts au monde, a fait ses débuts à Londres en 2012, à l'âge de 16 ans seulement. Paris marque les quatrièmes Jeux paralympiques de Zak avec l'équipe canadienne.🇨🇦🏐