Mallory Weggemann

Paralympian Mallory Weggemann uses Grand Prix as training

Paralympian, Mallory Weggemann is swimming at the Minnesota Grand Prix, and preparing for some big meets in the upcoming year….

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5 Unique Storylines For the Unique Minneapolis Grand Prix

Cesar Cielo was once the greatest show in yards. Looking rejuvenated, he returns to the course for the first time in over three years.

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FINIS Announces Sponsorship of Mallory Weggemann

“We are extremely lucky to have such an incredible swimmer join our team,” said FINIS President John Mix. “It would be enough if all she did were win gold medals and set world records, but this young woman is so remarkable on her own. Her drive, her will to succeed, to overcome adversity; we can all learn a lot from Mallory Weggemann.”

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Mallory Weggemann – The Journey of New Mobility Part 2

This video was provided to SwimSwam courtesy of  The Factory Agency. The message below is courtesy of Mallory Weggemann: The past…

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Triumph over Tragedy: Mallory Weggemann at TEDx UNPlaza 2013

In 2008, Mallory Weggemann, a talented swimmer and college freshman, received an epidural injection to help treat back pain, but complications with the procedure left her paralyzed from the waist down.

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Donate to Paralympian Mallory Weggemann gaining new mobility – only 2 days left

Mallory is in her final days of trying to raise money, and can really use your help. Any amount you can donate you will be greatly appreciated, so that she may continue to reach her dreams, and inspire others.

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Mallory Weggemann Launches Indiegogo “Against All Odds” Campaign

Mallory Weggemann has launched a crowdsourcing fundraiser to help her on her way to ‘new mobility’. (Photo: Melissa Lundie)

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IPC Begins Two-Year Review of Classification System

The International Paralympic Committtee (IPC) announced today that they would begin a two-year process of reviewing its classification system. The…

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Australian 14-Year Old Elliott Breaks S8 World Record in 50 Free

Australia’s Maddison Elliott, despite being just 14 years old, has broken a World Record in the S8 women’s 50 freestyle. (Stock Photo: Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)

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US Paralympics Names 25 to Team for IPC World Championships

Justin Zook is one of 25 swimmers named to the 2013 World Championship Team. (Photo Courtesy: US Paralympic Committee)

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Mallory Weggemann to speak at Middle Atlantic Swimming’s Disability Clinic

If there’s an obstacle or a challenge to overcome she has done it and now Mallory Weggemann will be sharing…

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Jessica Long, Brad Snyder Headline 2013 U.S. Paralympic National Team

Jessica Long was one of the bigger names named to the 2013 Paralympic roster this weekend.

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Missy Franklin To Dive with Wild Dolphins in Bahamas Film

Swimming News: ” Franklin will star in the film, The Current, helmed by directors Peter Speek and Kurt Miller.” (Swim Photo Credit: Tim Binning, The Swim Pictures)

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Mallory Weggemann Bounces Back from Reclass, Tops Long for First Paralympic Medal

Mallory Weggemann took lemons and made lemonade with her first ever Paralympic gold medal. (Photo Courtesy: Melissa Lundie)

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Race of the Century: Simmonds Tops Arlen on Day 3 at Paralympics in Superstar Matchup

Great Britain’s Eleanor Simmonds (above) repeated as the S6 400 free champion, as both she and American Victoria Arlen crushed the World Record. (Photo Courtesy: Paralympic.org)

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