The 2016 Paralympics started Wednesday and will continue through Sept. 18 in Rio. A look at athletes with local ties:
ATHLETE SPORT
Dylan Alcott Tennis
Former UI student will represent Australia
Brian Bell Men’s basketball
Former UI student will play for United States
Megan Blunk Women’s basketball
UI graduate student will play for United States
Gail Gaeng Women’s basketball
UI alumna will play for United States
Tracey Ferguson Women’s basketball
UI alumna will play for Canada
Helen Freeman Women’s basketball
UI alumna will play for Great Britain
Joshua George Track and field
UI alumnus will compete for U.