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:: SPOTLIGHT ON ::
Congratulations 2010 S`NS Junior Athlete of the Year
Article By Christopher Di Virgilio

SPORTS `N SPOKES announces this year's recipient during the 2010 NJDC Games in Chicago, IL.


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:: VIDEO ::
The 2010 NJDC Games
:: TRAINING TIP ::
Summer is upon us and for most of the country record temperatures have reached an all time high which is why keeping hydrated this season will not only keep you in the game, but help keep you from any unnecessary trips to the emergency room. The Beverage Institute for Health and Wellness has some wonderful resources to help keep you thirst-free and healthy and it's not all about drinking water.
To learn more, The Beverage Institute.
:: PHOTO OF THE WEEK ::
Photo of the week
An athlete pushes his endurance during the 1500 meter race at the 2010 NJDC in Chicago, IL. Photo by PVA Staff

March 2007 Table of Contents

Powder-Fresh

Hitting the Colorado ski slopes is more than fun and gamesit enriches the mind, body, and soul.

Front-Court Fury

This action-packed tournament had a little bit of everything, and made for one exciting event.

Special Section:
Tennis Around the World

The popularity of wheelchair tennis is growing and possibly nowhere faster than in the world's developing countries. See how people in remote areas of the globe are getting a taste of this sport.

25th Annual Lightweight Wheelchair Survey:
Past, Present, & Future

Over the years the S'NS wheelchair surveynow celebrating its silver anniversaryhas seen many people, companies, devices, and ideas come and go. But after all is said and done, are today's "lightweight" wheelchairs an improvement over the past and as good as they getor will they continue becoming better and better? And why should you be involved and help designers build a better wheelchair?

Also in this issue:

In My Opinion

Wheelchair sports loses a maverick and a public servant; we loved them both.

Sailing

Biscayne Bay, Fla., event attracts 855 sailors from 49 countries.

Rugby

Results from the Knock & Roll wheelchair rugby tournament. Also coverage of Best of West and Coloplast tournaments.

Hunting

Active couple plan to keep on a-hunting.

Scorecard

Annual Hartford Ski Spectacular provides ski and race programs, youth mentorship, competitions, and training for volunteer instructors.

Health & Fitness

Most cardiovascular disease is preventable by managing the risk factors.

Girl Power!

Girls and women with disabilities need encouragement and opportunity to participate in sports.

Q&A

Tips offered for combating changes in body and abilities.

Juniors

Event introduces juniors with physical disabilities and their parents to winter Paralympic sports.

Playbook

Reception spotlights Illinois women's wheelchair basketball team.

Timeout

New products enhance wheelchair function and improve comfort.



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