Wheelchair basketball Paralympics

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USA Takes Wheelchair Basketball by Storm at Paris 2024! 🎉

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Catch the thrilling highlights as Team USA rolls to victory in wheelchair basketball at the Paris 2024 Paralympics! 🏀🇺🇸

The Paris 2024 Paralympics kicked off to a spectacular start, and Team USA's wheelchair basketball team wasted no time showing the world why they are the defending champions. Spearheaded by the team’s flag bearer, Steve Serio, the squad took to the courts with unmatched energy and determination. In their opening match against Spain, Serio delivered a remarkable performance, contributing 12 points, securing 11 rebounds, and assisting in 12 baskets, making him the ultimate triple-threat on the court. It’s incredible to witness an athlete excel in so many areas, and Serio did just that, proving his mettle as a leader both on and off the court.

The American athletes showcased their amazing skills, teamwork, and spirit right from the get-go. Brian Bell, another star of the match, was a force to be reckoned with. He piled on the points with a flawless 2/2 record from the free throw line, accounting for ten points overall in the game. This win sets the tone for the tournament and underscores the caliber of success Team USA aims for in pursuit of another gold medal.

More than just basketball, this event shines a spotlight on the hard work and dedication that para-athletes put into their sports. It’s not just about winning; it’s about the journey, the passion, and the perseverance that define these incredible athletes. Fans cheered from the stands, pushing the players to give their all and create moments of magic on the court that they will remember for a lifetime.

As excitement builds for more matches, the camaraderie and spirit of sportsmanship displayed by Team USA are reminiscent of the old saying, "together we rise." Not only are they competing for gold, but they embody the true essence of the Paralympic spirit—proving that determination knows no bounds.

Did you know that wheelchair basketball was introduced to the Paralympic Games in 1960? Since then, it has grown exponentially, highlighting the impressive talents of athletes with disabilities. Additionally, wheelchair basketball players are often just as skilled as their able-bodied counterparts, with many using advanced technologies to enhance their performance on the court!

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Paris 2024 Paralympics: Steve Serio leads wheelchair basketball ... (Olympic Channel)

Just a day after serving as Team USA's flag bearer in the Opening Ceremony, Serio scored 12 points, grabbed 11 rebounds and dished out 12 assists in the U.S. ...

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Team USA men's wheelchair basketball wins first game in Paris ... (WVTM13)

Alabama Paralympian Brian Bell scored ten points and was 2/2 from the free throw line.

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Team USA men's wheelchair basketball opens 2024 Paralympics ... (USA TODAY)

The defending gold medal-winning U.S. men's wheelchair basketball opened the 2024 Paris Paralympics with a win against Spain on Thursday.

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Paralympics: Wheelchair Basketball - USA v ESP (Rockdale Newton Citizen)

Aug 29, 2024; Paris, France; Brian Bell and AJ Fitzpatrick of Team USA high five in the game against Spain during the Paris 2024 Paralympic Summer Games at ...

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Paralympics: Wheelchair Basketball - USA v ESP (Rockdale Newton Citizen)

Aug 29, 2024; Paris, France; Nate Hinze and Brian Bell of Team USA high five in the game against Spain during the Paris 2024 Paralympic Summer Games at ...

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U.S. Men's Wheelchair Basketball Team Opens Paralympics With 66 ... (TeamUSA.org)

The U.S. men's wheelchair basketball team defeated Spain, 66-56, in its first group play match at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games.

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Paralympics: Wheelchair Basketball - USA v ESP (News-Daily.com)

Aug 29, 2024; Paris, France; Jake Williams of Team USA shoots in the game against Spain during the Paris 2024 Paralympic Summer Games at Bercy Arena.

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Warburton fires Britain to opening win at Paralympics basketball (The News International)

PARIS: Gregg Warburton starred as Great Britain opened the wheelchair basketball tournament at the Paris Paralympics with a 76-55 win against Germany on ...

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Paralympic wheelchair basketball player ready to play the villain ... (Yahoo Eurosport UK)

Gregg Warburton is happy to embrace the role of villain when Great Britain take on Paralympic hosts France in a wheelchair basketball matchup that will ...

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These wheelchair basketball players hoop together in Regina. Now ... (CBC.ca)

Nik Goncin and Garrett Ostepchuk will be Paralympic teammates for the second time. But they've been playing together since a long-ago wheelchair basketball ...

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Sherwood Park wheelchair hoops athlete ready for 'amazing' Paris ... (CTV Edmonton)

The Paris 2024 Summer Paralympic Games have begun and local athletes are preparing for their chance to shine on the international stage.

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Berkley wheelchair basketball league cheers on Team USA in 2024 ... (NBC Bay Area)

The U.S. men's wheelchair basketball team began their quest for a third straight Paralympic title. Watching closely: a Berkeley-based wheelchair basketball.

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All You Need To Know About Wheelchair Basketball At Paralympics ... (NDTV)

Basketball remains one of the most followed sports in the world, but not many are aware that the sport is also played by physically challenged athletes.

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Welsh athletes off to a flying start in Paralympics (Bridport and Lyme Regis News)

Cardiff's Phil Pratt made an emotional return to the Paralympic scene by captaining Britain to a 76-55 wheelchair basketball victory against Germany.

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Paralympics 2024 Everything you need to know about wheelchair ... (The Express Tribune)

Wheelchair basketball is set to be one of the most highly anticipated events at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games. With over 100 countries actively ...

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The men's wheelchair basketball team had its first game. How did ... (Courier Journal)

The games follow the 2024 Paris Olympics which ran from July 26, 2024, to Aug. 11. The Paralympics will take place at many of the same venues that saw Olympic ...

Paris Paralympics Aug. 30 recap, highlights: U.S. women's ... (NBC Olympics)

Becca Murray of the United States (L) and Germany's Swenja Mayer (R) compete in a women's wheelchair basketball match during the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games at ...

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Paris 2024 Paralympics | Goalball, Wheelchair basketball ... (Olympic Channel)

On this first day of the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games, team sports were in the spotlight, with Goalball, Wheelchair Basketball, Wheelchair Rugby and Sitting ...

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Team Canada wheelchair basketball triumphs in Paralympics opener (Energeticcity.ca)

Co-captained by Wonowon's Bo Hedges, Team Canada's men's wheelchair basketball squad opened up the 2024 Paralympic Games in Paris with a solid victory ...

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Paris 2024 Paralympics: Wheelchair Basketball schedule, groups ... (Financial Express)

Wheelchair basketball competition at the Paralympic Games 2024 kicked off on August 29. Running from August 29 to September 8, the highly anticipated ...

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Women's Preliminary Round Group A of Wheelchair Basketball at ... (Xinhua)

Huang Xiaolian of China falls during the Women's Preliminary Round Group A of Wheelchair Basketball between China and Spain at the Paris 2024 Paralympic ...

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Paris 2024: USA and Netherlands seek to defend wheelchair ... (International Paralympic Committee)

A host of countries including Great Britain, France and Japan have their sights set on challenging the reigning champions.

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Thrilling Day 1 of Wheelchair Basketball Ignites Paris 2024 ... (IWBF)

The opening day of wheelchair basketball at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games was nothing short of exhilarating. Over the course of the day, ...

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