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It was a great weekend for Sitrin STARS (Success Through Adaptive Recreation and Sports) athletes as they won the gold in the U.S. Open International Wheelchair Curling Bonspiel, which was held at the Utica Curling Club.The team,comprised entirely of Sitrin STARS athletes, defeated Ottawa for the gold medal with a score of 7-2. Ottawa took home the silver, and Bradford won the bronze.
Today's winsolidifies that four Sitrin STARS athletes will represent the United States at both the 2009 World Wheelchair Curling Championships, and 2010 Paralympic Games, including:
Patrick McDonald of California will serve as the team alternate.
Other recent competitions that contributed to the selection of the National and Paralympic Teams included: the Cathy Kerr Memorial Bonspiel, held November 28-30 in Ottawa, Canada, and the 2009 World Wheelchair Curling Team Trials, held November 14 – 16, in Utica, NY. A combination of performance, skill testing, drills, strategy, and game participation also played a role in the selection process. The World Wheelchair Curling Championships will be held in Vancouver, Canada, February 21-28, 2009.
Sitrin’s STARS athletes practice regularly at the Utica Curling Club. The Curling Club has been a strong supporter of the program and its athletes for several years.
The Sitrin STARS program is an innovative adaptive sports and recreation program. It provides individuals with physical disabilities opportunities to lead full, active lives. Established in 2001, the STARS program offers a variety of adaptive sports including basketball, curling, golf, racing, paddling, and skiing.
