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Today, we’re highlighting four wheelchair sports that are a must-watch at the Paris Paralympic Games!🏀 Wheelchair Basketball: Since its debut, wheelchair basketball has captivated audiences with its fast pace and high energy. The USA dominates the men’s category with 9 gold medals, while Germany leads the women’s with 2 gold medals. Fun fact: This sport has been part of every Paralympic Games since the 1960 Rome Paralympics!🏉 Wheelchair Rugby: Introduced at the 2000 Sydney Paralympics, wheelchair rugby is a thrilling mix of rugby, basketball, and handball. Australia is the team to beat, holding 3 gold medals. Fun Fact: It’s the only Paralympic sport with mixed-gender teams!🎾 Wheelchair Tennis: Wheelchair tennis made its first appearance at the 1992 Barcelona Paralympics. The Netherlands hold an impressive 18 gold medals in this event. Fun Fact: Players can let the ball bounce twice, adding an extra layer of strategy to the game.🤺 Wheelchair Fencing: One of the original sports since the 1960 Rome Paralympics, wheelchair fencing is a display of speed and precision. Italy leads the pack with an amazing 29 gold medals. Fun Fact: Athletes are fastened to their chairs, allowing for rapid, skillful movements!PC: CILSA, our distribution partner in Argentina#Paralympics2024 #Paris2024 #WheelchairSports #AdaptiveSports ... See MoreSee Less

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Tune in at 10 AM PT to 107.9 FM this morning to hear our very own Nuka Solomon on the air with KWave!Nuka sits down with Mark Shaffer to discuss all things Miracle of Mobility. You won't want to miss it!Stream it live at: kwave.com/ ... See MoreSee Less

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Join Candace Cameron Bure at our Orange County, CA and Virtual Miracle of Mobility events this September!We are thrilled to have actress, producer, and bestselling author, Candace Cameron Bure, as our special guest host.Candace is beloved by millions worldwide for her roles as DJ Tanner in the iconic family sitcoms Full House and Fuller House and romantic comedies and Christmas filmsGet tickets to the Orange County event on Sept. 12 here: www.freewheelchairmission.org/2024-oc-miracle-of-mobility/RSVP for FREE for the virtual event on Sept. 22 here: www.freewheelchairmission.org/2024-virtual-miracle-of-mobility/For more information visit:www.freewheelchairmission.org/2024-miracle-of-mobility/We'll see you in Orange County, California on September 12th and virtually on September 22nd! ... See MoreSee Less

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This year’s OC Miracle of Mobility will be held on September 12 at the Segerstrom Center for the Arts, a spectacular venue that hosts world-renowned artists, hit Broadway shows, and some of the most acclaimed performances in Southern California!Hosted by Candace Cameron Bure, an actress, producer, and New York Times bestselling author beloved by millions worldwide for her role as DJ Tanner in the iconic family sitcoms Full House and Fuller House.Miracle of Mobility will feature musical performances, immersive experiences, and heartwarming messages from friends around the world. It’s all to raise funds to provide 23,000 wheelchairs to those in need in developing countries.Get tickets while they last! www.freewheelchairmission.org/2024-oc-miracle-of-mobility/#MiracleofMobility #MiracleofMobility2024 #MoM2024 ... See MoreSee Less

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The 2024 Paris Paralympic Games officially start today!We will be watching many talented athletes make history on the world's biggest stage—will you? Keep an eye out for a friend of ours, Mallory Weggemann, 3-time Paralympic swimming gold medalist.Mallory will be competing in her 4th Paralympic Games, this time as a mom! We were blessed to have her as a special guest at our Miracle of Mobility live event back in 2021. Her message was so inspiring, and we are proud to see her back competing in Paris!Help us cheer on Mallory with her sights set on another Gold for Team USA!#ParalympicGames2024 #TeamUSA #paralympicswimming #ParisGames2024 #ParalympicGamesParis2024 ... See MoreSee Less

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Join Candace Cameron Bure in person at Orange County's Miracle of Mobility (Sept. 12) or virtually for the livestreaming Virtual Miracle of Mobility (Sept.22)! This one-of-a-kind event benefits Free Wheelchair Mission’s work in providing life-changing mobility to those living with disabilities in developing countries. This inspiring evening features musical performances, interactive ways to participate, and heartening messages from friends around the world, including opportunities to virtually meet wheelchair recipients. This year’s event will raise funds to provide tens of thousands of wheelchairs, as well as important medical supplies and mobility aids, to the communities we serve worldwide. Learn more or get tickets at http://MiracleofMobility.org!
Register for free to join Free Wheelchair Mission's Move for Mobility this May! Virtually, from wherever you are, you can run, walk, bike, wheel, paddle, swim, or do whatever moves you to help us send wheelchairs to those in need around the world. With your help, we seek to raise enough to send at least 2,600 wheelchairs to those living with disabilities in developing countries. Move for RENEWED DIGNITY. Move for INDEPENDENCE. Move for HOPE. MOVE FOR MOBILITY! Visit MoveforMobility.org to register for free today! You will receive a welcome packet that includes a t-shirt and bracelet. When you complete your move activity and submit your results and "finish line" photo, you'll get a free commemorative medal!* Register yourself, your team, your school, your work, or your church today -- then get ready to move! Mobility Moves Us! *Welcome packets and medals can be mailed to US addresses only.
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