Trunnell owns an embroidery business called Roxifi Embroidery that appeals mostly to the horse community and provides her with an income. She makes blankets, saddle pads, ice boots, standing wraps, as well as shirts and sweaters, “basically anything I can hoop and get a needle through,” Trunnell says, because “if you want to play in […]
There was a lot to look at during the US Open this week—a few greats attempting to reclaim their titles (go Coco!), so-fast-you-can’t-see-’em serves, and surprising celebrity sightings (um, how’s it going, Alec Baldwin?). And in keeping tradition with previous US Open tournaments (and tennis’s long, fashion-centric history in general), players hit the court serving […]
When you’re watching the medal ceremonies at the Paralympics, you might notice that some of the podiums are a little more filled than others. That’s because for several sports, the athletes aren’t the only ones up there: Paralympic guides also make the podium—and receive medals—in a bunch of events. And for good reason. Guides are […]
Many elite athletes plan their pregnancies around huge events like the Paralympics or Olympics. But Grinham and her partner Christopher Greenan chose to pursue having a baby now even though she knew it might mean she’d be far along by the time she got to Paris, she told Times Radio. “Quite frankly, I wasn’t going […]
Chances are you’ve either played or witnessed others enjoying bocce at the park: While it may look deceptively simple, it’s a sport that requires dexterity, concentration, and oftentimes teamwork. All that and more will be on display in Paris, where athletes will be contesting boccia—the indoor Paralympic version of the outdoor game. It’s one of […]
Aoki, who was born with a nerve disorder and can’t feel his hands or feet, was already playing wheelchair basketball at a facility called the Courage Center in Minnesota when he saw the movie at age 15. “I was, like ‘Oh my God—they’re crashing into each other, they’re talking trash. This looks amazing—I want to […]
The devices they use, also called tappers, are typically homemade; there’s no standard kind. American Anastasia Pagonis, for example, cuts up a pool noodle, covers it with tape, and attaches it to the end of a pole, as she demonstrates in her Instagram reel. Others have used fishing poles or a cane with a tennis […]
From the mass congregation of the world’s best athletes to nail-biting competitions held in iconic venues, the Paralympics mirror the Olympics in a bunch of ways. But, there are a few key differences. One prime example: The sport of goalball, which is completely unique to the Paralympic Games. In fact, it’s one of just two […]
Still, that doesn’t mean fans can lose their shit in their seats entirely—you agree to a Guest Code of Conduct when you buy a ticket. Basically, you need to “be respectful of others” and “not engage in inconsiderate or inappropriate behavior” that’s “including, but not limited to, using foul, abusive, offensive, threatening or inappropriate language […]
Good news for everyone still buzzing from an action-packed, awe-inspiring Olympic Games in Paris: The two-week wait before the next round of top-level competition is almost over. The Paralympic Games—parallel to the Olympics, and the biggest sporting event in the world for people with disabilities—begin with opening ceremonies down the Avenue des Champs-Elysees to the […]