Paralympcis 2014


"You can't play hockey.  You don't have any legs."

"You can't ski.  You're blind."

Some students at Erma Stephenson were puzzled by these comments.  Some thought playing hockey without legs would be impossible.  How can skiers go down hill without seeing where to turn?  How can blind athletes shoot at targets in the biathlon? 

Our conclusions?  Change the rules!  Change the equipment!  Change the building!  Change attitudes!

Watch these videoes:

Visually Impaired Russian Biathlathele - Mikhalina Lysova

US Paralympics Biathlon

Each of the these short videos have information but did you notice which one was more neutral and which was more patriotic?

Sledge hockey in Canada

I especially like the part where Bradley Bowden admits he wanted to stay home and play video games but his grandmother was big on getting him out of the house.

Go Gramma! I admire this lady!  She encouraged her grandson and now he is on Team Canada representing his country with the best sledge hockey players in the land.  I bet she is very proud!