Lyn Coleman watches the outcome of her throw

Lyn Coleman competes in Boccia at the Barcelona Paralympic Games.

Csaba Bobary was Australia’s sole Table Tennis player

A far cry from the days when athletes competed in multiple sports, and Table Tennis was a popular choice, Csaba Bobary was the sole Australian Table Tennis player at the Barcelona Paralympic Games.

Ray Epstein benches almost three times his body weight

Ray Epstein lifts 142.5kg, almost three times his body weight, in his final lift in the Powerlifting at the Barcelona Paralympic Games. Epstein finished fourth. While he didn’t medal in either of his Paralympic appearances as an athlete, Epstein went on to become an influential coach in the sport and a leading administrator in disability sport in Queensland for many years.

Michael Callahan finds some space

Australian wheelchair basketballer Michael Callahan finds himself with some space and the ball in the game against Netherlands at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Netherlands won the tournament, with the Australian team finishing 9th of 12 competing nations.

But Troy Sachs is there for the rebound

Australian Troy Sachs gets set to contest a rebound from a shot by teammate David Gould (already falling backwards in his chair) with two Netherlands opponents in their game at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Netherlands went on to win the gold medal and Australia finished 9th of the 12 competing teams. Sachs was just 16 in Barcelona, his first Games, and went on to become the star of the Australian team which won gold in Atlanta in 1996.

David Gould looks to score under intense pressure

Australian wheelchair basketballer David Gould looks for his shot, under extreme pressure from three Netherlands defenders, in their game at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Australian men’s team finished 9th of 12 teams in Barcelona.

And Coralie Churchett seems worried about her options

Australian women’s wheelchair basketballer Coralie Churchett seems uncertain about her options in the game against the USA at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics, while coach Peter Corr is ready to offer advice. The Australian team finished fourth and the USA second in Barcelona, the first women’s Paralympic wheelchair basketball tournament.

There’s no way through for Donna Ritchie either

Despite the screen from Sharon Slann (centre), there’s no way into the key for Donna Ritchie (with ball) in this offensive play against the USA at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics. Meanwhile, Liesl Tesch (closest to camera) looks to open some space. Barcelona was the first women’s Paralympic basketball tournament. The Australian team finished fourth and the USA was second.

Hobbs and Carter tangle in Barcelona

The Australian women’s Wheelchair Basketball team get themselves tangled in action at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics against eventual silver medalists USA. Sue Hobbs (left) and Amanda Carter give themselves little space to move, while and Amanda Rose (later Mandy Bonavita) looks on from the other side of the court. Barcelona was the first Games with a tournament for women and Australia finished fourth.

Lyn Coleman watches the outcome of her throw

Lyn Coleman competes in Boccia at the Barcelona Paralympic Games.

Csaba Bobary was Australia’s sole Table Tennis player

A far cry from the days when athletes competed in multiple sports, and Table Tennis was a popular choice, Csaba Bobary was the sole Australian Table Tennis player at the Barcelona Paralympic Games.

Ray Epstein benches almost three times his body weight

Ray Epstein lifts 142.5kg, almost three times his body weight, in his final lift in the Powerlifting at the Barcelona Paralympic Games. Epstein finished fourth. While he didn’t medal in either of his Paralympic appearances as an athlete, Epstein went on to become an influential coach in the sport and a leading administrator in disability sport in Queensland for many years.

Michael Callahan finds some space

Australian wheelchair basketballer Michael Callahan finds himself with some space and the ball in the game against Netherlands at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Netherlands won the tournament, with the Australian team finishing 9th of 12 competing nations.

But Troy Sachs is there for the rebound

Australian Troy Sachs gets set to contest a rebound from a shot by teammate David Gould (already falling backwards in his chair) with two Netherlands opponents in their game at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Netherlands went on to win the gold medal and Australia finished 9th of the 12 competing teams. Sachs was just 16 in Barcelona, his first Games, and went on to become the star of the Australian team which won gold in Atlanta in 1996.

David Gould looks to score under intense pressure

Australian wheelchair basketballer David Gould looks for his shot, under extreme pressure from three Netherlands defenders, in their game at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Australian men’s team finished 9th of 12 teams in Barcelona.

And Coralie Churchett seems worried about her options

Australian women’s wheelchair basketballer Coralie Churchett seems uncertain about her options in the game against the USA at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics, while coach Peter Corr is ready to offer advice. The Australian team finished fourth and the USA second in Barcelona, the first women’s Paralympic wheelchair basketball tournament.

There’s no way through for Donna Ritchie either

Despite the screen from Sharon Slann (centre), there’s no way into the key for Donna Ritchie (with ball) in this offensive play against the USA at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics. Meanwhile, Liesl Tesch (closest to camera) looks to open some space. Barcelona was the first women’s Paralympic basketball tournament. The Australian team finished fourth and the USA was second.

Hobbs and Carter tangle in Barcelona

The Australian women’s Wheelchair Basketball team get themselves tangled in action at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics against eventual silver medalists USA. Sue Hobbs (left) and Amanda Carter give themselves little space to move, while and Amanda Rose (later Mandy Bonavita) looks on from the other side of the court. Barcelona was the first Games with a tournament for women and Australia finished fourth.

Lyn Coleman watches the outcome of her throw

Lyn Coleman competes in Boccia at the Barcelona Paralympic Games.

Csaba Bobary was Australia’s sole Table Tennis player

A far cry from the days when athletes competed in multiple sports, and Table Tennis was a popular choice, Csaba Bobary was the sole Australian Table Tennis player at the Barcelona Paralympic Games.

Ray Epstein benches almost three times his body weight

Ray Epstein lifts 142.5kg, almost three times his body weight, in his final lift in the Powerlifting at the Barcelona Paralympic Games. Epstein finished fourth. While he didn’t medal in either of his Paralympic appearances as an athlete, Epstein went on to become an influential coach in the sport and a leading administrator in disability sport in Queensland for many years.

Michael Callahan finds some space

Australian wheelchair basketballer Michael Callahan finds himself with some space and the ball in the game against Netherlands at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Netherlands won the tournament, with the Australian team finishing 9th of 12 competing nations.

But Troy Sachs is there for the rebound

Australian Troy Sachs gets set to contest a rebound from a shot by teammate David Gould (already falling backwards in his chair) with two Netherlands opponents in their game at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Netherlands went on to win the gold medal and Australia finished 9th of the 12 competing teams. Sachs was just 16 in Barcelona, his first Games, and went on to become the star of the Australian team which won gold in Atlanta in 1996.

David Gould looks to score under intense pressure

Australian wheelchair basketballer David Gould looks for his shot, under extreme pressure from three Netherlands defenders, in their game at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Australian men’s team finished 9th of 12 teams in Barcelona.

And Coralie Churchett seems worried about her options

Australian women’s wheelchair basketballer Coralie Churchett seems uncertain about her options in the game against the USA at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics, while coach Peter Corr is ready to offer advice. The Australian team finished fourth and the USA second in Barcelona, the first women’s Paralympic wheelchair basketball tournament.

There’s no way through for Donna Ritchie either

Despite the screen from Sharon Slann (centre), there’s no way into the key for Donna Ritchie (with ball) in this offensive play against the USA at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics. Meanwhile, Liesl Tesch (closest to camera) looks to open some space. Barcelona was the first women’s Paralympic basketball tournament. The Australian team finished fourth and the USA was second.

Hobbs and Carter tangle in Barcelona

The Australian women’s Wheelchair Basketball team get themselves tangled in action at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics against eventual silver medalists USA. Sue Hobbs (left) and Amanda Carter give themselves little space to move, while and Amanda Rose (later Mandy Bonavita) looks on from the other side of the court. Barcelona was the first Games with a tournament for women and Australia finished fourth.

Lyn Coleman watches the outcome of her throw

Lyn Coleman competes in Boccia at the Barcelona Paralympic Games.

Csaba Bobary was Australia’s sole Table Tennis player

A far cry from the days when athletes competed in multiple sports, and Table Tennis was a popular choice, Csaba Bobary was the sole Australian Table Tennis player at the Barcelona Paralympic Games.

Ray Epstein benches almost three times his body weight

Ray Epstein lifts 142.5kg, almost three times his body weight, in his final lift in the Powerlifting at the Barcelona Paralympic Games. Epstein finished fourth. While he didn’t medal in either of his Paralympic appearances as an athlete, Epstein went on to become an influential coach in the sport and a leading administrator in disability sport in Queensland for many years.

Michael Callahan finds some space

Australian wheelchair basketballer Michael Callahan finds himself with some space and the ball in the game against Netherlands at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Netherlands won the tournament, with the Australian team finishing 9th of 12 competing nations.

But Troy Sachs is there for the rebound

Australian Troy Sachs gets set to contest a rebound from a shot by teammate David Gould (already falling backwards in his chair) with two Netherlands opponents in their game at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Netherlands went on to win the gold medal and Australia finished 9th of the 12 competing teams. Sachs was just 16 in Barcelona, his first Games, and went on to become the star of the Australian team which won gold in Atlanta in 1996.

David Gould looks to score under intense pressure

Australian wheelchair basketballer David Gould looks for his shot, under extreme pressure from three Netherlands defenders, in their game at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Australian men’s team finished 9th of 12 teams in Barcelona.

And Coralie Churchett seems worried about her options

Australian women’s wheelchair basketballer Coralie Churchett seems uncertain about her options in the game against the USA at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics, while coach Peter Corr is ready to offer advice. The Australian team finished fourth and the USA second in Barcelona, the first women’s Paralympic wheelchair basketball tournament.

There’s no way through for Donna Ritchie either

Despite the screen from Sharon Slann (centre), there’s no way into the key for Donna Ritchie (with ball) in this offensive play against the USA at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics. Meanwhile, Liesl Tesch (closest to camera) looks to open some space. Barcelona was the first women’s Paralympic basketball tournament. The Australian team finished fourth and the USA was second.

Hobbs and Carter tangle in Barcelona

The Australian women’s Wheelchair Basketball team get themselves tangled in action at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics against eventual silver medalists USA. Sue Hobbs (left) and Amanda Carter give themselves little space to move, while and Amanda Rose (later Mandy Bonavita) looks on from the other side of the court. Barcelona was the first Games with a tournament for women and Australia finished fourth.

Lyn Coleman watches the outcome of her throw

Lyn Coleman competes in Boccia at the Barcelona Paralympic Games.

Csaba Bobary was Australia’s sole Table Tennis player

A far cry from the days when athletes competed in multiple sports, and Table Tennis was a popular choice, Csaba Bobary was the sole Australian Table Tennis player at the Barcelona Paralympic Games.

Ray Epstein benches almost three times his body weight

Ray Epstein lifts 142.5kg, almost three times his body weight, in his final lift in the Powerlifting at the Barcelona Paralympic Games. Epstein finished fourth. While he didn’t medal in either of his Paralympic appearances as an athlete, Epstein went on to become an influential coach in the sport and a leading administrator in disability sport in Queensland for many years.

Michael Callahan finds some space

Australian wheelchair basketballer Michael Callahan finds himself with some space and the ball in the game against Netherlands at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Netherlands won the tournament, with the Australian team finishing 9th of 12 competing nations.

But Troy Sachs is there for the rebound

Australian Troy Sachs gets set to contest a rebound from a shot by teammate David Gould (already falling backwards in his chair) with two Netherlands opponents in their game at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Netherlands went on to win the gold medal and Australia finished 9th of the 12 competing teams. Sachs was just 16 in Barcelona, his first Games, and went on to become the star of the Australian team which won gold in Atlanta in 1996.

David Gould looks to score under intense pressure

Australian wheelchair basketballer David Gould looks for his shot, under extreme pressure from three Netherlands defenders, in their game at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Australian men’s team finished 9th of 12 teams in Barcelona.

And Coralie Churchett seems worried about her options

Australian women’s wheelchair basketballer Coralie Churchett seems uncertain about her options in the game against the USA at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics, while coach Peter Corr is ready to offer advice. The Australian team finished fourth and the USA second in Barcelona, the first women’s Paralympic wheelchair basketball tournament.

There’s no way through for Donna Ritchie either

Despite the screen from Sharon Slann (centre), there’s no way into the key for Donna Ritchie (with ball) in this offensive play against the USA at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics. Meanwhile, Liesl Tesch (closest to camera) looks to open some space. Barcelona was the first women’s Paralympic basketball tournament. The Australian team finished fourth and the USA was second.

Hobbs and Carter tangle in Barcelona

The Australian women’s Wheelchair Basketball team get themselves tangled in action at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics against eventual silver medalists USA. Sue Hobbs (left) and Amanda Carter give themselves little space to move, while and Amanda Rose (later Mandy Bonavita) looks on from the other side of the court. Barcelona was the first Games with a tournament for women and Australia finished fourth.

Lyn Coleman watches the outcome of her throw

Lyn Coleman competes in Boccia at the Barcelona Paralympic Games.

Csaba Bobary was Australia’s sole Table Tennis player

A far cry from the days when athletes competed in multiple sports, and Table Tennis was a popular choice, Csaba Bobary was the sole Australian Table Tennis player at the Barcelona Paralympic Games.

Ray Epstein benches almost three times his body weight

Ray Epstein lifts 142.5kg, almost three times his body weight, in his final lift in the Powerlifting at the Barcelona Paralympic Games. Epstein finished fourth. While he didn’t medal in either of his Paralympic appearances as an athlete, Epstein went on to become an influential coach in the sport and a leading administrator in disability sport in Queensland for many years.

Michael Callahan finds some space

Australian wheelchair basketballer Michael Callahan finds himself with some space and the ball in the game against Netherlands at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Netherlands won the tournament, with the Australian team finishing 9th of 12 competing nations.

But Troy Sachs is there for the rebound

Australian Troy Sachs gets set to contest a rebound from a shot by teammate David Gould (already falling backwards in his chair) with two Netherlands opponents in their game at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Netherlands went on to win the gold medal and Australia finished 9th of the 12 competing teams. Sachs was just 16 in Barcelona, his first Games, and went on to become the star of the Australian team which won gold in Atlanta in 1996.

David Gould looks to score under intense pressure

Australian wheelchair basketballer David Gould looks for his shot, under extreme pressure from three Netherlands defenders, in their game at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Australian men’s team finished 9th of 12 teams in Barcelona.

And Coralie Churchett seems worried about her options

Australian women’s wheelchair basketballer Coralie Churchett seems uncertain about her options in the game against the USA at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics, while coach Peter Corr is ready to offer advice. The Australian team finished fourth and the USA second in Barcelona, the first women’s Paralympic wheelchair basketball tournament.

There’s no way through for Donna Ritchie either

Despite the screen from Sharon Slann (centre), there’s no way into the key for Donna Ritchie (with ball) in this offensive play against the USA at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics. Meanwhile, Liesl Tesch (closest to camera) looks to open some space. Barcelona was the first women’s Paralympic basketball tournament. The Australian team finished fourth and the USA was second.

Hobbs and Carter tangle in Barcelona

The Australian women’s Wheelchair Basketball team get themselves tangled in action at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics against eventual silver medalists USA. Sue Hobbs (left) and Amanda Carter give themselves little space to move, while and Amanda Rose (later Mandy Bonavita) looks on from the other side of the court. Barcelona was the first Games with a tournament for women and Australia finished fourth.

Lyn Coleman watches the outcome of her throw

Lyn Coleman competes in Boccia at the Barcelona Paralympic Games.

Csaba Bobary was Australia’s sole Table Tennis player

A far cry from the days when athletes competed in multiple sports, and Table Tennis was a popular choice, Csaba Bobary was the sole Australian Table Tennis player at the Barcelona Paralympic Games.

Ray Epstein benches almost three times his body weight

Ray Epstein lifts 142.5kg, almost three times his body weight, in his final lift in the Powerlifting at the Barcelona Paralympic Games. Epstein finished fourth. While he didn’t medal in either of his Paralympic appearances as an athlete, Epstein went on to become an influential coach in the sport and a leading administrator in disability sport in Queensland for many years.

Michael Callahan finds some space

Australian wheelchair basketballer Michael Callahan finds himself with some space and the ball in the game against Netherlands at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Netherlands won the tournament, with the Australian team finishing 9th of 12 competing nations.

But Troy Sachs is there for the rebound

Australian Troy Sachs gets set to contest a rebound from a shot by teammate David Gould (already falling backwards in his chair) with two Netherlands opponents in their game at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Netherlands went on to win the gold medal and Australia finished 9th of the 12 competing teams. Sachs was just 16 in Barcelona, his first Games, and went on to become the star of the Australian team which won gold in Atlanta in 1996.

David Gould looks to score under intense pressure

Australian wheelchair basketballer David Gould looks for his shot, under extreme pressure from three Netherlands defenders, in their game at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Australian men’s team finished 9th of 12 teams in Barcelona.

And Coralie Churchett seems worried about her options

Australian women’s wheelchair basketballer Coralie Churchett seems uncertain about her options in the game against the USA at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics, while coach Peter Corr is ready to offer advice. The Australian team finished fourth and the USA second in Barcelona, the first women’s Paralympic wheelchair basketball tournament.

There’s no way through for Donna Ritchie either

Despite the screen from Sharon Slann (centre), there’s no way into the key for Donna Ritchie (with ball) in this offensive play against the USA at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics. Meanwhile, Liesl Tesch (closest to camera) looks to open some space. Barcelona was the first women’s Paralympic basketball tournament. The Australian team finished fourth and the USA was second.

Hobbs and Carter tangle in Barcelona

The Australian women’s Wheelchair Basketball team get themselves tangled in action at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics against eventual silver medalists USA. Sue Hobbs (left) and Amanda Carter give themselves little space to move, while and Amanda Rose (later Mandy Bonavita) looks on from the other side of the court. Barcelona was the first Games with a tournament for women and Australia finished fourth.

Lyn Coleman watches the outcome of her throw

Lyn Coleman competes in Boccia at the Barcelona Paralympic Games.

Csaba Bobary was Australia’s sole Table Tennis player

A far cry from the days when athletes competed in multiple sports, and Table Tennis was a popular choice, Csaba Bobary was the sole Australian Table Tennis player at the Barcelona Paralympic Games.

Ray Epstein benches almost three times his body weight

Ray Epstein lifts 142.5kg, almost three times his body weight, in his final lift in the Powerlifting at the Barcelona Paralympic Games. Epstein finished fourth. While he didn’t medal in either of his Paralympic appearances as an athlete, Epstein went on to become an influential coach in the sport and a leading administrator in disability sport in Queensland for many years.

Michael Callahan finds some space

Australian wheelchair basketballer Michael Callahan finds himself with some space and the ball in the game against Netherlands at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Netherlands won the tournament, with the Australian team finishing 9th of 12 competing nations.

But Troy Sachs is there for the rebound

Australian Troy Sachs gets set to contest a rebound from a shot by teammate David Gould (already falling backwards in his chair) with two Netherlands opponents in their game at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Netherlands went on to win the gold medal and Australia finished 9th of the 12 competing teams. Sachs was just 16 in Barcelona, his first Games, and went on to become the star of the Australian team which won gold in Atlanta in 1996.

David Gould looks to score under intense pressure

Australian wheelchair basketballer David Gould looks for his shot, under extreme pressure from three Netherlands defenders, in their game at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Australian men’s team finished 9th of 12 teams in Barcelona.

And Coralie Churchett seems worried about her options

Australian women’s wheelchair basketballer Coralie Churchett seems uncertain about her options in the game against the USA at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics, while coach Peter Corr is ready to offer advice. The Australian team finished fourth and the USA second in Barcelona, the first women’s Paralympic wheelchair basketball tournament.

There’s no way through for Donna Ritchie either

Despite the screen from Sharon Slann (centre), there’s no way into the key for Donna Ritchie (with ball) in this offensive play against the USA at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics. Meanwhile, Liesl Tesch (closest to camera) looks to open some space. Barcelona was the first women’s Paralympic basketball tournament. The Australian team finished fourth and the USA was second.

Hobbs and Carter tangle in Barcelona

The Australian women’s Wheelchair Basketball team get themselves tangled in action at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics against eventual silver medalists USA. Sue Hobbs (left) and Amanda Carter give themselves little space to move, while and Amanda Rose (later Mandy Bonavita) looks on from the other side of the court. Barcelona was the first Games with a tournament for women and Australia finished fourth.

Lyn Coleman watches the outcome of her throw

Lyn Coleman competes in Boccia at the Barcelona Paralympic Games.

Csaba Bobary was Australia’s sole Table Tennis player

A far cry from the days when athletes competed in multiple sports, and Table Tennis was a popular choice, Csaba Bobary was the sole Australian Table Tennis player at the Barcelona Paralympic Games.

Ray Epstein benches almost three times his body weight

Ray Epstein lifts 142.5kg, almost three times his body weight, in his final lift in the Powerlifting at the Barcelona Paralympic Games. Epstein finished fourth. While he didn’t medal in either of his Paralympic appearances as an athlete, Epstein went on to become an influential coach in the sport and a leading administrator in disability sport in Queensland for many years.

Michael Callahan finds some space

Australian wheelchair basketballer Michael Callahan finds himself with some space and the ball in the game against Netherlands at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Netherlands won the tournament, with the Australian team finishing 9th of 12 competing nations.

But Troy Sachs is there for the rebound

Australian Troy Sachs gets set to contest a rebound from a shot by teammate David Gould (already falling backwards in his chair) with two Netherlands opponents in their game at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Netherlands went on to win the gold medal and Australia finished 9th of the 12 competing teams. Sachs was just 16 in Barcelona, his first Games, and went on to become the star of the Australian team which won gold in Atlanta in 1996.

David Gould looks to score under intense pressure

Australian wheelchair basketballer David Gould looks for his shot, under extreme pressure from three Netherlands defenders, in their game at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Australian men’s team finished 9th of 12 teams in Barcelona.

And Coralie Churchett seems worried about her options

Australian women’s wheelchair basketballer Coralie Churchett seems uncertain about her options in the game against the USA at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics, while coach Peter Corr is ready to offer advice. The Australian team finished fourth and the USA second in Barcelona, the first women’s Paralympic wheelchair basketball tournament.

There’s no way through for Donna Ritchie either

Despite the screen from Sharon Slann (centre), there’s no way into the key for Donna Ritchie (with ball) in this offensive play against the USA at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics. Meanwhile, Liesl Tesch (closest to camera) looks to open some space. Barcelona was the first women’s Paralympic basketball tournament. The Australian team finished fourth and the USA was second.

Hobbs and Carter tangle in Barcelona

The Australian women’s Wheelchair Basketball team get themselves tangled in action at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics against eventual silver medalists USA. Sue Hobbs (left) and Amanda Carter give themselves little space to move, while and Amanda Rose (later Mandy Bonavita) looks on from the other side of the court. Barcelona was the first Games with a tournament for women and Australia finished fourth.

Lyn Coleman watches the outcome of her throw

Lyn Coleman competes in Boccia at the Barcelona Paralympic Games.

Csaba Bobary was Australia’s sole Table Tennis player

A far cry from the days when athletes competed in multiple sports, and Table Tennis was a popular choice, Csaba Bobary was the sole Australian Table Tennis player at the Barcelona Paralympic Games.

Ray Epstein benches almost three times his body weight

Ray Epstein lifts 142.5kg, almost three times his body weight, in his final lift in the Powerlifting at the Barcelona Paralympic Games. Epstein finished fourth. While he didn’t medal in either of his Paralympic appearances as an athlete, Epstein went on to become an influential coach in the sport and a leading administrator in disability sport in Queensland for many years.

Michael Callahan finds some space

Australian wheelchair basketballer Michael Callahan finds himself with some space and the ball in the game against Netherlands at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Netherlands won the tournament, with the Australian team finishing 9th of 12 competing nations.

But Troy Sachs is there for the rebound

Australian Troy Sachs gets set to contest a rebound from a shot by teammate David Gould (already falling backwards in his chair) with two Netherlands opponents in their game at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Netherlands went on to win the gold medal and Australia finished 9th of the 12 competing teams. Sachs was just 16 in Barcelona, his first Games, and went on to become the star of the Australian team which won gold in Atlanta in 1996.

David Gould looks to score under intense pressure

Australian wheelchair basketballer David Gould looks for his shot, under extreme pressure from three Netherlands defenders, in their game at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Australian men’s team finished 9th of 12 teams in Barcelona.

And Coralie Churchett seems worried about her options

Australian women’s wheelchair basketballer Coralie Churchett seems uncertain about her options in the game against the USA at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics, while coach Peter Corr is ready to offer advice. The Australian team finished fourth and the USA second in Barcelona, the first women’s Paralympic wheelchair basketball tournament.

There’s no way through for Donna Ritchie either

Despite the screen from Sharon Slann (centre), there’s no way into the key for Donna Ritchie (with ball) in this offensive play against the USA at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics. Meanwhile, Liesl Tesch (closest to camera) looks to open some space. Barcelona was the first women’s Paralympic basketball tournament. The Australian team finished fourth and the USA was second.

Hobbs and Carter tangle in Barcelona

The Australian women’s Wheelchair Basketball team get themselves tangled in action at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics against eventual silver medalists USA. Sue Hobbs (left) and Amanda Carter give themselves little space to move, while and Amanda Rose (later Mandy Bonavita) looks on from the other side of the court. Barcelona was the first Games with a tournament for women and Australia finished fourth.

Lyn Coleman watches the outcome of her throw

Lyn Coleman competes in Boccia at the Barcelona Paralympic Games.

Csaba Bobary was Australia’s sole Table Tennis player

A far cry from the days when athletes competed in multiple sports, and Table Tennis was a popular choice, Csaba Bobary was the sole Australian Table Tennis player at the Barcelona Paralympic Games.

Ray Epstein benches almost three times his body weight

Ray Epstein lifts 142.5kg, almost three times his body weight, in his final lift in the Powerlifting at the Barcelona Paralympic Games. Epstein finished fourth. While he didn’t medal in either of his Paralympic appearances as an athlete, Epstein went on to become an influential coach in the sport and a leading administrator in disability sport in Queensland for many years.

Michael Callahan finds some space

Australian wheelchair basketballer Michael Callahan finds himself with some space and the ball in the game against Netherlands at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Netherlands won the tournament, with the Australian team finishing 9th of 12 competing nations.

But Troy Sachs is there for the rebound

Australian Troy Sachs gets set to contest a rebound from a shot by teammate David Gould (already falling backwards in his chair) with two Netherlands opponents in their game at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Netherlands went on to win the gold medal and Australia finished 9th of the 12 competing teams. Sachs was just 16 in Barcelona, his first Games, and went on to become the star of the Australian team which won gold in Atlanta in 1996.

David Gould looks to score under intense pressure

Australian wheelchair basketballer David Gould looks for his shot, under extreme pressure from three Netherlands defenders, in their game at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Australian men’s team finished 9th of 12 teams in Barcelona.

And Coralie Churchett seems worried about her options

Australian women’s wheelchair basketballer Coralie Churchett seems uncertain about her options in the game against the USA at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics, while coach Peter Corr is ready to offer advice. The Australian team finished fourth and the USA second in Barcelona, the first women’s Paralympic wheelchair basketball tournament.

There’s no way through for Donna Ritchie either

Despite the screen from Sharon Slann (centre), there’s no way into the key for Donna Ritchie (with ball) in this offensive play against the USA at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics. Meanwhile, Liesl Tesch (closest to camera) looks to open some space. Barcelona was the first women’s Paralympic basketball tournament. The Australian team finished fourth and the USA was second.

Hobbs and Carter tangle in Barcelona

The Australian women’s Wheelchair Basketball team get themselves tangled in action at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics against eventual silver medalists USA. Sue Hobbs (left) and Amanda Carter give themselves little space to move, while and Amanda Rose (later Mandy Bonavita) looks on from the other side of the court. Barcelona was the first Games with a tournament for women and Australia finished fourth.

Lyn Coleman watches the outcome of her throw

Lyn Coleman competes in Boccia at the Barcelona Paralympic Games.

Csaba Bobary was Australia’s sole Table Tennis player

A far cry from the days when athletes competed in multiple sports, and Table Tennis was a popular choice, Csaba Bobary was the sole Australian Table Tennis player at the Barcelona Paralympic Games.

Ray Epstein benches almost three times his body weight

Ray Epstein lifts 142.5kg, almost three times his body weight, in his final lift in the Powerlifting at the Barcelona Paralympic Games. Epstein finished fourth. While he didn’t medal in either of his Paralympic appearances as an athlete, Epstein went on to become an influential coach in the sport and a leading administrator in disability sport in Queensland for many years.

Michael Callahan finds some space

Australian wheelchair basketballer Michael Callahan finds himself with some space and the ball in the game against Netherlands at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Netherlands won the tournament, with the Australian team finishing 9th of 12 competing nations.

But Troy Sachs is there for the rebound

Australian Troy Sachs gets set to contest a rebound from a shot by teammate David Gould (already falling backwards in his chair) with two Netherlands opponents in their game at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Netherlands went on to win the gold medal and Australia finished 9th of the 12 competing teams. Sachs was just 16 in Barcelona, his first Games, and went on to become the star of the Australian team which won gold in Atlanta in 1996.

David Gould looks to score under intense pressure

Australian wheelchair basketballer David Gould looks for his shot, under extreme pressure from three Netherlands defenders, in their game at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Australian men’s team finished 9th of 12 teams in Barcelona.

And Coralie Churchett seems worried about her options

Australian women’s wheelchair basketballer Coralie Churchett seems uncertain about her options in the game against the USA at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics, while coach Peter Corr is ready to offer advice. The Australian team finished fourth and the USA second in Barcelona, the first women’s Paralympic wheelchair basketball tournament.

There’s no way through for Donna Ritchie either

Despite the screen from Sharon Slann (centre), there’s no way into the key for Donna Ritchie (with ball) in this offensive play against the USA at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics. Meanwhile, Liesl Tesch (closest to camera) looks to open some space. Barcelona was the first women’s Paralympic basketball tournament. The Australian team finished fourth and the USA was second.

Hobbs and Carter tangle in Barcelona

The Australian women’s Wheelchair Basketball team get themselves tangled in action at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics against eventual silver medalists USA. Sue Hobbs (left) and Amanda Carter give themselves little space to move, while and Amanda Rose (later Mandy Bonavita) looks on from the other side of the court. Barcelona was the first Games with a tournament for women and Australia finished fourth.

Lyn Coleman watches the outcome of her throw

Lyn Coleman competes in Boccia at the Barcelona Paralympic Games.

Csaba Bobary was Australia’s sole Table Tennis player

A far cry from the days when athletes competed in multiple sports, and Table Tennis was a popular choice, Csaba Bobary was the sole Australian Table Tennis player at the Barcelona Paralympic Games.

Ray Epstein benches almost three times his body weight

Ray Epstein lifts 142.5kg, almost three times his body weight, in his final lift in the Powerlifting at the Barcelona Paralympic Games. Epstein finished fourth. While he didn’t medal in either of his Paralympic appearances as an athlete, Epstein went on to become an influential coach in the sport and a leading administrator in disability sport in Queensland for many years.

Michael Callahan finds some space

Australian wheelchair basketballer Michael Callahan finds himself with some space and the ball in the game against Netherlands at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Netherlands won the tournament, with the Australian team finishing 9th of 12 competing nations.

But Troy Sachs is there for the rebound

Australian Troy Sachs gets set to contest a rebound from a shot by teammate David Gould (already falling backwards in his chair) with two Netherlands opponents in their game at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Netherlands went on to win the gold medal and Australia finished 9th of the 12 competing teams. Sachs was just 16 in Barcelona, his first Games, and went on to become the star of the Australian team which won gold in Atlanta in 1996.

David Gould looks to score under intense pressure

Australian wheelchair basketballer David Gould looks for his shot, under extreme pressure from three Netherlands defenders, in their game at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Australian men’s team finished 9th of 12 teams in Barcelona.

And Coralie Churchett seems worried about her options

Australian women’s wheelchair basketballer Coralie Churchett seems uncertain about her options in the game against the USA at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics, while coach Peter Corr is ready to offer advice. The Australian team finished fourth and the USA second in Barcelona, the first women’s Paralympic wheelchair basketball tournament.

There’s no way through for Donna Ritchie either

Despite the screen from Sharon Slann (centre), there’s no way into the key for Donna Ritchie (with ball) in this offensive play against the USA at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics. Meanwhile, Liesl Tesch (closest to camera) looks to open some space. Barcelona was the first women’s Paralympic basketball tournament. The Australian team finished fourth and the USA was second.

Hobbs and Carter tangle in Barcelona

The Australian women’s Wheelchair Basketball team get themselves tangled in action at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics against eventual silver medalists USA. Sue Hobbs (left) and Amanda Carter give themselves little space to move, while and Amanda Rose (later Mandy Bonavita) looks on from the other side of the court. Barcelona was the first Games with a tournament for women and Australia finished fourth.

Lyn Coleman watches the outcome of her throw

Lyn Coleman competes in Boccia at the Barcelona Paralympic Games.

Csaba Bobary was Australia’s sole Table Tennis player

A far cry from the days when athletes competed in multiple sports, and Table Tennis was a popular choice, Csaba Bobary was the sole Australian Table Tennis player at the Barcelona Paralympic Games.

Ray Epstein benches almost three times his body weight

Ray Epstein lifts 142.5kg, almost three times his body weight, in his final lift in the Powerlifting at the Barcelona Paralympic Games. Epstein finished fourth. While he didn’t medal in either of his Paralympic appearances as an athlete, Epstein went on to become an influential coach in the sport and a leading administrator in disability sport in Queensland for many years.

Michael Callahan finds some space

Australian wheelchair basketballer Michael Callahan finds himself with some space and the ball in the game against Netherlands at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Netherlands won the tournament, with the Australian team finishing 9th of 12 competing nations.

But Troy Sachs is there for the rebound

Australian Troy Sachs gets set to contest a rebound from a shot by teammate David Gould (already falling backwards in his chair) with two Netherlands opponents in their game at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Netherlands went on to win the gold medal and Australia finished 9th of the 12 competing teams. Sachs was just 16 in Barcelona, his first Games, and went on to become the star of the Australian team which won gold in Atlanta in 1996.

David Gould looks to score under intense pressure

Australian wheelchair basketballer David Gould looks for his shot, under extreme pressure from three Netherlands defenders, in their game at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Australian men’s team finished 9th of 12 teams in Barcelona.

And Coralie Churchett seems worried about her options

Australian women’s wheelchair basketballer Coralie Churchett seems uncertain about her options in the game against the USA at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics, while coach Peter Corr is ready to offer advice. The Australian team finished fourth and the USA second in Barcelona, the first women’s Paralympic wheelchair basketball tournament.

There’s no way through for Donna Ritchie either

Despite the screen from Sharon Slann (centre), there’s no way into the key for Donna Ritchie (with ball) in this offensive play against the USA at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics. Meanwhile, Liesl Tesch (closest to camera) looks to open some space. Barcelona was the first women’s Paralympic basketball tournament. The Australian team finished fourth and the USA was second.

Hobbs and Carter tangle in Barcelona

The Australian women’s Wheelchair Basketball team get themselves tangled in action at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics against eventual silver medalists USA. Sue Hobbs (left) and Amanda Carter give themselves little space to move, while and Amanda Rose (later Mandy Bonavita) looks on from the other side of the court. Barcelona was the first Games with a tournament for women and Australia finished fourth.

Lyn Coleman watches the outcome of her throw

Lyn Coleman competes in Boccia at the Barcelona Paralympic Games.

Csaba Bobary was Australia’s sole Table Tennis player

A far cry from the days when athletes competed in multiple sports, and Table Tennis was a popular choice, Csaba Bobary was the sole Australian Table Tennis player at the Barcelona Paralympic Games.

Ray Epstein benches almost three times his body weight

Ray Epstein lifts 142.5kg, almost three times his body weight, in his final lift in the Powerlifting at the Barcelona Paralympic Games. Epstein finished fourth. While he didn’t medal in either of his Paralympic appearances as an athlete, Epstein went on to become an influential coach in the sport and a leading administrator in disability sport in Queensland for many years.

Michael Callahan finds some space

Australian wheelchair basketballer Michael Callahan finds himself with some space and the ball in the game against Netherlands at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Netherlands won the tournament, with the Australian team finishing 9th of 12 competing nations.

But Troy Sachs is there for the rebound

Australian Troy Sachs gets set to contest a rebound from a shot by teammate David Gould (already falling backwards in his chair) with two Netherlands opponents in their game at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Netherlands went on to win the gold medal and Australia finished 9th of the 12 competing teams. Sachs was just 16 in Barcelona, his first Games, and went on to become the star of the Australian team which won gold in Atlanta in 1996.

David Gould looks to score under intense pressure

Australian wheelchair basketballer David Gould looks for his shot, under extreme pressure from three Netherlands defenders, in their game at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Australian men’s team finished 9th of 12 teams in Barcelona.

And Coralie Churchett seems worried about her options

Australian women’s wheelchair basketballer Coralie Churchett seems uncertain about her options in the game against the USA at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics, while coach Peter Corr is ready to offer advice. The Australian team finished fourth and the USA second in Barcelona, the first women’s Paralympic wheelchair basketball tournament.

There’s no way through for Donna Ritchie either

Despite the screen from Sharon Slann (centre), there’s no way into the key for Donna Ritchie (with ball) in this offensive play against the USA at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics. Meanwhile, Liesl Tesch (closest to camera) looks to open some space. Barcelona was the first women’s Paralympic basketball tournament. The Australian team finished fourth and the USA was second.

Hobbs and Carter tangle in Barcelona

The Australian women’s Wheelchair Basketball team get themselves tangled in action at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics against eventual silver medalists USA. Sue Hobbs (left) and Amanda Carter give themselves little space to move, while and Amanda Rose (later Mandy Bonavita) looks on from the other side of the court. Barcelona was the first Games with a tournament for women and Australia finished fourth.

Lyn Coleman watches the outcome of her throw

Lyn Coleman competes in Boccia at the Barcelona Paralympic Games.

Csaba Bobary was Australia’s sole Table Tennis player

A far cry from the days when athletes competed in multiple sports, and Table Tennis was a popular choice, Csaba Bobary was the sole Australian Table Tennis player at the Barcelona Paralympic Games.

Ray Epstein benches almost three times his body weight

Ray Epstein lifts 142.5kg, almost three times his body weight, in his final lift in the Powerlifting at the Barcelona Paralympic Games. Epstein finished fourth. While he didn’t medal in either of his Paralympic appearances as an athlete, Epstein went on to become an influential coach in the sport and a leading administrator in disability sport in Queensland for many years.

Michael Callahan finds some space

Australian wheelchair basketballer Michael Callahan finds himself with some space and the ball in the game against Netherlands at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Netherlands won the tournament, with the Australian team finishing 9th of 12 competing nations.

But Troy Sachs is there for the rebound

Australian Troy Sachs gets set to contest a rebound from a shot by teammate David Gould (already falling backwards in his chair) with two Netherlands opponents in their game at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Netherlands went on to win the gold medal and Australia finished 9th of the 12 competing teams. Sachs was just 16 in Barcelona, his first Games, and went on to become the star of the Australian team which won gold in Atlanta in 1996.

David Gould looks to score under intense pressure

Australian wheelchair basketballer David Gould looks for his shot, under extreme pressure from three Netherlands defenders, in their game at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Australian men’s team finished 9th of 12 teams in Barcelona.

And Coralie Churchett seems worried about her options

Australian women’s wheelchair basketballer Coralie Churchett seems uncertain about her options in the game against the USA at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics, while coach Peter Corr is ready to offer advice. The Australian team finished fourth and the USA second in Barcelona, the first women’s Paralympic wheelchair basketball tournament.

There’s no way through for Donna Ritchie either

Despite the screen from Sharon Slann (centre), there’s no way into the key for Donna Ritchie (with ball) in this offensive play against the USA at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics. Meanwhile, Liesl Tesch (closest to camera) looks to open some space. Barcelona was the first women’s Paralympic basketball tournament. The Australian team finished fourth and the USA was second.

Hobbs and Carter tangle in Barcelona

The Australian women’s Wheelchair Basketball team get themselves tangled in action at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics against eventual silver medalists USA. Sue Hobbs (left) and Amanda Carter give themselves little space to move, while and Amanda Rose (later Mandy Bonavita) looks on from the other side of the court. Barcelona was the first Games with a tournament for women and Australia finished fourth.

Lyn Coleman watches the outcome of her throw

Lyn Coleman competes in Boccia at the Barcelona Paralympic Games.

Csaba Bobary was Australia’s sole Table Tennis player

A far cry from the days when athletes competed in multiple sports, and Table Tennis was a popular choice, Csaba Bobary was the sole Australian Table Tennis player at the Barcelona Paralympic Games.

Ray Epstein benches almost three times his body weight

Ray Epstein lifts 142.5kg, almost three times his body weight, in his final lift in the Powerlifting at the Barcelona Paralympic Games. Epstein finished fourth. While he didn’t medal in either of his Paralympic appearances as an athlete, Epstein went on to become an influential coach in the sport and a leading administrator in disability sport in Queensland for many years.

Michael Callahan finds some space

Australian wheelchair basketballer Michael Callahan finds himself with some space and the ball in the game against Netherlands at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Netherlands won the tournament, with the Australian team finishing 9th of 12 competing nations.

But Troy Sachs is there for the rebound

Australian Troy Sachs gets set to contest a rebound from a shot by teammate David Gould (already falling backwards in his chair) with two Netherlands opponents in their game at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Netherlands went on to win the gold medal and Australia finished 9th of the 12 competing teams. Sachs was just 16 in Barcelona, his first Games, and went on to become the star of the Australian team which won gold in Atlanta in 1996.

David Gould looks to score under intense pressure

Australian wheelchair basketballer David Gould looks for his shot, under extreme pressure from three Netherlands defenders, in their game at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Australian men’s team finished 9th of 12 teams in Barcelona.

And Coralie Churchett seems worried about her options

Australian women’s wheelchair basketballer Coralie Churchett seems uncertain about her options in the game against the USA at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics, while coach Peter Corr is ready to offer advice. The Australian team finished fourth and the USA second in Barcelona, the first women’s Paralympic wheelchair basketball tournament.

There’s no way through for Donna Ritchie either

Despite the screen from Sharon Slann (centre), there’s no way into the key for Donna Ritchie (with ball) in this offensive play against the USA at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics. Meanwhile, Liesl Tesch (closest to camera) looks to open some space. Barcelona was the first women’s Paralympic basketball tournament. The Australian team finished fourth and the USA was second.

Hobbs and Carter tangle in Barcelona

The Australian women’s Wheelchair Basketball team get themselves tangled in action at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics against eventual silver medalists USA. Sue Hobbs (left) and Amanda Carter give themselves little space to move, while and Amanda Rose (later Mandy Bonavita) looks on from the other side of the court. Barcelona was the first Games with a tournament for women and Australia finished fourth.

Lyn Coleman watches the outcome of her throw

Lyn Coleman competes in Boccia at the Barcelona Paralympic Games.

Csaba Bobary was Australia’s sole Table Tennis player

A far cry from the days when athletes competed in multiple sports, and Table Tennis was a popular choice, Csaba Bobary was the sole Australian Table Tennis player at the Barcelona Paralympic Games.

Ray Epstein benches almost three times his body weight

Ray Epstein lifts 142.5kg, almost three times his body weight, in his final lift in the Powerlifting at the Barcelona Paralympic Games. Epstein finished fourth. While he didn’t medal in either of his Paralympic appearances as an athlete, Epstein went on to become an influential coach in the sport and a leading administrator in disability sport in Queensland for many years.

Michael Callahan finds some space

Australian wheelchair basketballer Michael Callahan finds himself with some space and the ball in the game against Netherlands at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Netherlands won the tournament, with the Australian team finishing 9th of 12 competing nations.

But Troy Sachs is there for the rebound

Australian Troy Sachs gets set to contest a rebound from a shot by teammate David Gould (already falling backwards in his chair) with two Netherlands opponents in their game at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Netherlands went on to win the gold medal and Australia finished 9th of the 12 competing teams. Sachs was just 16 in Barcelona, his first Games, and went on to become the star of the Australian team which won gold in Atlanta in 1996.

David Gould looks to score under intense pressure

Australian wheelchair basketballer David Gould looks for his shot, under extreme pressure from three Netherlands defenders, in their game at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Australian men’s team finished 9th of 12 teams in Barcelona.

And Coralie Churchett seems worried about her options

Australian women’s wheelchair basketballer Coralie Churchett seems uncertain about her options in the game against the USA at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics, while coach Peter Corr is ready to offer advice. The Australian team finished fourth and the USA second in Barcelona, the first women’s Paralympic wheelchair basketball tournament.

There’s no way through for Donna Ritchie either

Despite the screen from Sharon Slann (centre), there’s no way into the key for Donna Ritchie (with ball) in this offensive play against the USA at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics. Meanwhile, Liesl Tesch (closest to camera) looks to open some space. Barcelona was the first women’s Paralympic basketball tournament. The Australian team finished fourth and the USA was second.

Hobbs and Carter tangle in Barcelona

The Australian women’s Wheelchair Basketball team get themselves tangled in action at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics against eventual silver medalists USA. Sue Hobbs (left) and Amanda Carter give themselves little space to move, while and Amanda Rose (later Mandy Bonavita) looks on from the other side of the court. Barcelona was the first Games with a tournament for women and Australia finished fourth.

Lyn Coleman watches the outcome of her throw

Lyn Coleman competes in Boccia at the Barcelona Paralympic Games.

Csaba Bobary was Australia’s sole Table Tennis player

A far cry from the days when athletes competed in multiple sports, and Table Tennis was a popular choice, Csaba Bobary was the sole Australian Table Tennis player at the Barcelona Paralympic Games.

Ray Epstein benches almost three times his body weight

Ray Epstein lifts 142.5kg, almost three times his body weight, in his final lift in the Powerlifting at the Barcelona Paralympic Games. Epstein finished fourth. While he didn’t medal in either of his Paralympic appearances as an athlete, Epstein went on to become an influential coach in the sport and a leading administrator in disability sport in Queensland for many years.

Michael Callahan finds some space

Australian wheelchair basketballer Michael Callahan finds himself with some space and the ball in the game against Netherlands at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Netherlands won the tournament, with the Australian team finishing 9th of 12 competing nations.

But Troy Sachs is there for the rebound

Australian Troy Sachs gets set to contest a rebound from a shot by teammate David Gould (already falling backwards in his chair) with two Netherlands opponents in their game at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Netherlands went on to win the gold medal and Australia finished 9th of the 12 competing teams. Sachs was just 16 in Barcelona, his first Games, and went on to become the star of the Australian team which won gold in Atlanta in 1996.

David Gould looks to score under intense pressure

Australian wheelchair basketballer David Gould looks for his shot, under extreme pressure from three Netherlands defenders, in their game at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Australian men’s team finished 9th of 12 teams in Barcelona.

And Coralie Churchett seems worried about her options

Australian women’s wheelchair basketballer Coralie Churchett seems uncertain about her options in the game against the USA at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics, while coach Peter Corr is ready to offer advice. The Australian team finished fourth and the USA second in Barcelona, the first women’s Paralympic wheelchair basketball tournament.

There’s no way through for Donna Ritchie either

Despite the screen from Sharon Slann (centre), there’s no way into the key for Donna Ritchie (with ball) in this offensive play against the USA at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics. Meanwhile, Liesl Tesch (closest to camera) looks to open some space. Barcelona was the first women’s Paralympic basketball tournament. The Australian team finished fourth and the USA was second.

Hobbs and Carter tangle in Barcelona

The Australian women’s Wheelchair Basketball team get themselves tangled in action at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics against eventual silver medalists USA. Sue Hobbs (left) and Amanda Carter give themselves little space to move, while and Amanda Rose (later Mandy Bonavita) looks on from the other side of the court. Barcelona was the first Games with a tournament for women and Australia finished fourth.

Lyn Coleman watches the outcome of her throw

Lyn Coleman competes in Boccia at the Barcelona Paralympic Games.

Csaba Bobary was Australia’s sole Table Tennis player

A far cry from the days when athletes competed in multiple sports, and Table Tennis was a popular choice, Csaba Bobary was the sole Australian Table Tennis player at the Barcelona Paralympic Games.

Ray Epstein benches almost three times his body weight

Ray Epstein lifts 142.5kg, almost three times his body weight, in his final lift in the Powerlifting at the Barcelona Paralympic Games. Epstein finished fourth. While he didn’t medal in either of his Paralympic appearances as an athlete, Epstein went on to become an influential coach in the sport and a leading administrator in disability sport in Queensland for many years.

Michael Callahan finds some space

Australian wheelchair basketballer Michael Callahan finds himself with some space and the ball in the game against Netherlands at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Netherlands won the tournament, with the Australian team finishing 9th of 12 competing nations.

But Troy Sachs is there for the rebound

Australian Troy Sachs gets set to contest a rebound from a shot by teammate David Gould (already falling backwards in his chair) with two Netherlands opponents in their game at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Netherlands went on to win the gold medal and Australia finished 9th of the 12 competing teams. Sachs was just 16 in Barcelona, his first Games, and went on to become the star of the Australian team which won gold in Atlanta in 1996.

David Gould looks to score under intense pressure

Australian wheelchair basketballer David Gould looks for his shot, under extreme pressure from three Netherlands defenders, in their game at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Australian men’s team finished 9th of 12 teams in Barcelona.

And Coralie Churchett seems worried about her options

Australian women’s wheelchair basketballer Coralie Churchett seems uncertain about her options in the game against the USA at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics, while coach Peter Corr is ready to offer advice. The Australian team finished fourth and the USA second in Barcelona, the first women’s Paralympic wheelchair basketball tournament.

There’s no way through for Donna Ritchie either

Despite the screen from Sharon Slann (centre), there’s no way into the key for Donna Ritchie (with ball) in this offensive play against the USA at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics. Meanwhile, Liesl Tesch (closest to camera) looks to open some space. Barcelona was the first women’s Paralympic basketball tournament. The Australian team finished fourth and the USA was second.

Hobbs and Carter tangle in Barcelona

The Australian women’s Wheelchair Basketball team get themselves tangled in action at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics against eventual silver medalists USA. Sue Hobbs (left) and Amanda Carter give themselves little space to move, while and Amanda Rose (later Mandy Bonavita) looks on from the other side of the court. Barcelona was the first Games with a tournament for women and Australia finished fourth.

Lyn Coleman watches the outcome of her throw

Lyn Coleman competes in Boccia at the Barcelona Paralympic Games.

Csaba Bobary was Australia’s sole Table Tennis player

A far cry from the days when athletes competed in multiple sports, and Table Tennis was a popular choice, Csaba Bobary was the sole Australian Table Tennis player at the Barcelona Paralympic Games.

Ray Epstein benches almost three times his body weight

Ray Epstein lifts 142.5kg, almost three times his body weight, in his final lift in the Powerlifting at the Barcelona Paralympic Games. Epstein finished fourth. While he didn’t medal in either of his Paralympic appearances as an athlete, Epstein went on to become an influential coach in the sport and a leading administrator in disability sport in Queensland for many years.

Michael Callahan finds some space

Australian wheelchair basketballer Michael Callahan finds himself with some space and the ball in the game against Netherlands at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Netherlands won the tournament, with the Australian team finishing 9th of 12 competing nations.

But Troy Sachs is there for the rebound

Australian Troy Sachs gets set to contest a rebound from a shot by teammate David Gould (already falling backwards in his chair) with two Netherlands opponents in their game at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Netherlands went on to win the gold medal and Australia finished 9th of the 12 competing teams. Sachs was just 16 in Barcelona, his first Games, and went on to become the star of the Australian team which won gold in Atlanta in 1996.

David Gould looks to score under intense pressure

Australian wheelchair basketballer David Gould looks for his shot, under extreme pressure from three Netherlands defenders, in their game at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Australian men’s team finished 9th of 12 teams in Barcelona.

And Coralie Churchett seems worried about her options

Australian women’s wheelchair basketballer Coralie Churchett seems uncertain about her options in the game against the USA at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics, while coach Peter Corr is ready to offer advice. The Australian team finished fourth and the USA second in Barcelona, the first women’s Paralympic wheelchair basketball tournament.

There’s no way through for Donna Ritchie either

Despite the screen from Sharon Slann (centre), there’s no way into the key for Donna Ritchie (with ball) in this offensive play against the USA at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics. Meanwhile, Liesl Tesch (closest to camera) looks to open some space. Barcelona was the first women’s Paralympic basketball tournament. The Australian team finished fourth and the USA was second.

Hobbs and Carter tangle in Barcelona

The Australian women’s Wheelchair Basketball team get themselves tangled in action at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics against eventual silver medalists USA. Sue Hobbs (left) and Amanda Carter give themselves little space to move, while and Amanda Rose (later Mandy Bonavita) looks on from the other side of the court. Barcelona was the first Games with a tournament for women and Australia finished fourth.

Lyn Coleman watches the outcome of her throw

Lyn Coleman competes in Boccia at the Barcelona Paralympic Games.

Csaba Bobary was Australia’s sole Table Tennis player

A far cry from the days when athletes competed in multiple sports, and Table Tennis was a popular choice, Csaba Bobary was the sole Australian Table Tennis player at the Barcelona Paralympic Games.

Ray Epstein benches almost three times his body weight

Ray Epstein lifts 142.5kg, almost three times his body weight, in his final lift in the Powerlifting at the Barcelona Paralympic Games. Epstein finished fourth. While he didn’t medal in either of his Paralympic appearances as an athlete, Epstein went on to become an influential coach in the sport and a leading administrator in disability sport in Queensland for many years.

Michael Callahan finds some space

Australian wheelchair basketballer Michael Callahan finds himself with some space and the ball in the game against Netherlands at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Netherlands won the tournament, with the Australian team finishing 9th of 12 competing nations.

But Troy Sachs is there for the rebound

Australian Troy Sachs gets set to contest a rebound from a shot by teammate David Gould (already falling backwards in his chair) with two Netherlands opponents in their game at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Netherlands went on to win the gold medal and Australia finished 9th of the 12 competing teams. Sachs was just 16 in Barcelona, his first Games, and went on to become the star of the Australian team which won gold in Atlanta in 1996.

David Gould looks to score under intense pressure

Australian wheelchair basketballer David Gould looks for his shot, under extreme pressure from three Netherlands defenders, in their game at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Australian men’s team finished 9th of 12 teams in Barcelona.

And Coralie Churchett seems worried about her options

Australian women’s wheelchair basketballer Coralie Churchett seems uncertain about her options in the game against the USA at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics, while coach Peter Corr is ready to offer advice. The Australian team finished fourth and the USA second in Barcelona, the first women’s Paralympic wheelchair basketball tournament.

There’s no way through for Donna Ritchie either

Despite the screen from Sharon Slann (centre), there’s no way into the key for Donna Ritchie (with ball) in this offensive play against the USA at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics. Meanwhile, Liesl Tesch (closest to camera) looks to open some space. Barcelona was the first women’s Paralympic basketball tournament. The Australian team finished fourth and the USA was second.

Hobbs and Carter tangle in Barcelona

The Australian women’s Wheelchair Basketball team get themselves tangled in action at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics against eventual silver medalists USA. Sue Hobbs (left) and Amanda Carter give themselves little space to move, while and Amanda Rose (later Mandy Bonavita) looks on from the other side of the court. Barcelona was the first Games with a tournament for women and Australia finished fourth.

Lyn Coleman watches the outcome of her throw

Lyn Coleman competes in Boccia at the Barcelona Paralympic Games.

Csaba Bobary was Australia’s sole Table Tennis player

A far cry from the days when athletes competed in multiple sports, and Table Tennis was a popular choice, Csaba Bobary was the sole Australian Table Tennis player at the Barcelona Paralympic Games.

Ray Epstein benches almost three times his body weight

Ray Epstein lifts 142.5kg, almost three times his body weight, in his final lift in the Powerlifting at the Barcelona Paralympic Games. Epstein finished fourth. While he didn’t medal in either of his Paralympic appearances as an athlete, Epstein went on to become an influential coach in the sport and a leading administrator in disability sport in Queensland for many years.

Michael Callahan finds some space

Australian wheelchair basketballer Michael Callahan finds himself with some space and the ball in the game against Netherlands at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Netherlands won the tournament, with the Australian team finishing 9th of 12 competing nations.

But Troy Sachs is there for the rebound

Australian Troy Sachs gets set to contest a rebound from a shot by teammate David Gould (already falling backwards in his chair) with two Netherlands opponents in their game at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Netherlands went on to win the gold medal and Australia finished 9th of the 12 competing teams. Sachs was just 16 in Barcelona, his first Games, and went on to become the star of the Australian team which won gold in Atlanta in 1996.

David Gould looks to score under intense pressure

Australian wheelchair basketballer David Gould looks for his shot, under extreme pressure from three Netherlands defenders, in their game at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Australian men’s team finished 9th of 12 teams in Barcelona.

And Coralie Churchett seems worried about her options

Australian women’s wheelchair basketballer Coralie Churchett seems uncertain about her options in the game against the USA at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics, while coach Peter Corr is ready to offer advice. The Australian team finished fourth and the USA second in Barcelona, the first women’s Paralympic wheelchair basketball tournament.

There’s no way through for Donna Ritchie either

Despite the screen from Sharon Slann (centre), there’s no way into the key for Donna Ritchie (with ball) in this offensive play against the USA at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics. Meanwhile, Liesl Tesch (closest to camera) looks to open some space. Barcelona was the first women’s Paralympic basketball tournament. The Australian team finished fourth and the USA was second.

Hobbs and Carter tangle in Barcelona

The Australian women’s Wheelchair Basketball team get themselves tangled in action at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics against eventual silver medalists USA. Sue Hobbs (left) and Amanda Carter give themselves little space to move, while and Amanda Rose (later Mandy Bonavita) looks on from the other side of the court. Barcelona was the first Games with a tournament for women and Australia finished fourth.

Lyn Coleman watches the outcome of her throw

Lyn Coleman competes in Boccia at the Barcelona Paralympic Games.

Csaba Bobary was Australia’s sole Table Tennis player

A far cry from the days when athletes competed in multiple sports, and Table Tennis was a popular choice, Csaba Bobary was the sole Australian Table Tennis player at the Barcelona Paralympic Games.

Ray Epstein benches almost three times his body weight

Ray Epstein lifts 142.5kg, almost three times his body weight, in his final lift in the Powerlifting at the Barcelona Paralympic Games. Epstein finished fourth. While he didn’t medal in either of his Paralympic appearances as an athlete, Epstein went on to become an influential coach in the sport and a leading administrator in disability sport in Queensland for many years.

Michael Callahan finds some space

Australian wheelchair basketballer Michael Callahan finds himself with some space and the ball in the game against Netherlands at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Netherlands won the tournament, with the Australian team finishing 9th of 12 competing nations.

But Troy Sachs is there for the rebound

Australian Troy Sachs gets set to contest a rebound from a shot by teammate David Gould (already falling backwards in his chair) with two Netherlands opponents in their game at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Netherlands went on to win the gold medal and Australia finished 9th of the 12 competing teams. Sachs was just 16 in Barcelona, his first Games, and went on to become the star of the Australian team which won gold in Atlanta in 1996.

David Gould looks to score under intense pressure

Australian wheelchair basketballer David Gould looks for his shot, under extreme pressure from three Netherlands defenders, in their game at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Australian men’s team finished 9th of 12 teams in Barcelona.

And Coralie Churchett seems worried about her options

Australian women’s wheelchair basketballer Coralie Churchett seems uncertain about her options in the game against the USA at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics, while coach Peter Corr is ready to offer advice. The Australian team finished fourth and the USA second in Barcelona, the first women’s Paralympic wheelchair basketball tournament.

There’s no way through for Donna Ritchie either

Despite the screen from Sharon Slann (centre), there’s no way into the key for Donna Ritchie (with ball) in this offensive play against the USA at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics. Meanwhile, Liesl Tesch (closest to camera) looks to open some space. Barcelona was the first women’s Paralympic basketball tournament. The Australian team finished fourth and the USA was second.

Hobbs and Carter tangle in Barcelona

The Australian women’s Wheelchair Basketball team get themselves tangled in action at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics against eventual silver medalists USA. Sue Hobbs (left) and Amanda Carter give themselves little space to move, while and Amanda Rose (later Mandy Bonavita) looks on from the other side of the court. Barcelona was the first Games with a tournament for women and Australia finished fourth.

Lyn Coleman watches the outcome of her throw

Lyn Coleman competes in Boccia at the Barcelona Paralympic Games.

Csaba Bobary was Australia’s sole Table Tennis player

A far cry from the days when athletes competed in multiple sports, and Table Tennis was a popular choice, Csaba Bobary was the sole Australian Table Tennis player at the Barcelona Paralympic Games.

Ray Epstein benches almost three times his body weight

Ray Epstein lifts 142.5kg, almost three times his body weight, in his final lift in the Powerlifting at the Barcelona Paralympic Games. Epstein finished fourth. While he didn’t medal in either of his Paralympic appearances as an athlete, Epstein went on to become an influential coach in the sport and a leading administrator in disability sport in Queensland for many years.

Michael Callahan finds some space

Australian wheelchair basketballer Michael Callahan finds himself with some space and the ball in the game against Netherlands at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Netherlands won the tournament, with the Australian team finishing 9th of 12 competing nations.

But Troy Sachs is there for the rebound

Australian Troy Sachs gets set to contest a rebound from a shot by teammate David Gould (already falling backwards in his chair) with two Netherlands opponents in their game at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Netherlands went on to win the gold medal and Australia finished 9th of the 12 competing teams. Sachs was just 16 in Barcelona, his first Games, and went on to become the star of the Australian team which won gold in Atlanta in 1996.

David Gould looks to score under intense pressure

Australian wheelchair basketballer David Gould looks for his shot, under extreme pressure from three Netherlands defenders, in their game at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Australian men’s team finished 9th of 12 teams in Barcelona.

And Coralie Churchett seems worried about her options

Australian women’s wheelchair basketballer Coralie Churchett seems uncertain about her options in the game against the USA at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics, while coach Peter Corr is ready to offer advice. The Australian team finished fourth and the USA second in Barcelona, the first women’s Paralympic wheelchair basketball tournament.

There’s no way through for Donna Ritchie either

Despite the screen from Sharon Slann (centre), there’s no way into the key for Donna Ritchie (with ball) in this offensive play against the USA at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics. Meanwhile, Liesl Tesch (closest to camera) looks to open some space. Barcelona was the first women’s Paralympic basketball tournament. The Australian team finished fourth and the USA was second.

Hobbs and Carter tangle in Barcelona

The Australian women’s Wheelchair Basketball team get themselves tangled in action at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics against eventual silver medalists USA. Sue Hobbs (left) and Amanda Carter give themselves little space to move, while and Amanda Rose (later Mandy Bonavita) looks on from the other side of the court. Barcelona was the first Games with a tournament for women and Australia finished fourth.

Lyn Coleman watches the outcome of her throw

Lyn Coleman competes in Boccia at the Barcelona Paralympic Games.

Csaba Bobary was Australia’s sole Table Tennis player

A far cry from the days when athletes competed in multiple sports, and Table Tennis was a popular choice, Csaba Bobary was the sole Australian Table Tennis player at the Barcelona Paralympic Games.

Ray Epstein benches almost three times his body weight

Ray Epstein lifts 142.5kg, almost three times his body weight, in his final lift in the Powerlifting at the Barcelona Paralympic Games. Epstein finished fourth. While he didn’t medal in either of his Paralympic appearances as an athlete, Epstein went on to become an influential coach in the sport and a leading administrator in disability sport in Queensland for many years.

Michael Callahan finds some space

Australian wheelchair basketballer Michael Callahan finds himself with some space and the ball in the game against Netherlands at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Netherlands won the tournament, with the Australian team finishing 9th of 12 competing nations.

But Troy Sachs is there for the rebound

Australian Troy Sachs gets set to contest a rebound from a shot by teammate David Gould (already falling backwards in his chair) with two Netherlands opponents in their game at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Netherlands went on to win the gold medal and Australia finished 9th of the 12 competing teams. Sachs was just 16 in Barcelona, his first Games, and went on to become the star of the Australian team which won gold in Atlanta in 1996.

David Gould looks to score under intense pressure

Australian wheelchair basketballer David Gould looks for his shot, under extreme pressure from three Netherlands defenders, in their game at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Australian men’s team finished 9th of 12 teams in Barcelona.

And Coralie Churchett seems worried about her options

Australian women’s wheelchair basketballer Coralie Churchett seems uncertain about her options in the game against the USA at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics, while coach Peter Corr is ready to offer advice. The Australian team finished fourth and the USA second in Barcelona, the first women’s Paralympic wheelchair basketball tournament.

There’s no way through for Donna Ritchie either

Despite the screen from Sharon Slann (centre), there’s no way into the key for Donna Ritchie (with ball) in this offensive play against the USA at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics. Meanwhile, Liesl Tesch (closest to camera) looks to open some space. Barcelona was the first women’s Paralympic basketball tournament. The Australian team finished fourth and the USA was second.

Hobbs and Carter tangle in Barcelona

The Australian women’s Wheelchair Basketball team get themselves tangled in action at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics against eventual silver medalists USA. Sue Hobbs (left) and Amanda Carter give themselves little space to move, while and Amanda Rose (later Mandy Bonavita) looks on from the other side of the court. Barcelona was the first Games with a tournament for women and Australia finished fourth.

Lyn Coleman watches the outcome of her throw

Lyn Coleman competes in Boccia at the Barcelona Paralympic Games.

Csaba Bobary was Australia’s sole Table Tennis player

A far cry from the days when athletes competed in multiple sports, and Table Tennis was a popular choice, Csaba Bobary was the sole Australian Table Tennis player at the Barcelona Paralympic Games.

Ray Epstein benches almost three times his body weight

Ray Epstein lifts 142.5kg, almost three times his body weight, in his final lift in the Powerlifting at the Barcelona Paralympic Games. Epstein finished fourth. While he didn’t medal in either of his Paralympic appearances as an athlete, Epstein went on to become an influential coach in the sport and a leading administrator in disability sport in Queensland for many years.

Michael Callahan finds some space

Australian wheelchair basketballer Michael Callahan finds himself with some space and the ball in the game against Netherlands at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Netherlands won the tournament, with the Australian team finishing 9th of 12 competing nations.

But Troy Sachs is there for the rebound

Australian Troy Sachs gets set to contest a rebound from a shot by teammate David Gould (already falling backwards in his chair) with two Netherlands opponents in their game at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Netherlands went on to win the gold medal and Australia finished 9th of the 12 competing teams. Sachs was just 16 in Barcelona, his first Games, and went on to become the star of the Australian team which won gold in Atlanta in 1996.

David Gould looks to score under intense pressure

Australian wheelchair basketballer David Gould looks for his shot, under extreme pressure from three Netherlands defenders, in their game at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Australian men’s team finished 9th of 12 teams in Barcelona.

And Coralie Churchett seems worried about her options

Australian women’s wheelchair basketballer Coralie Churchett seems uncertain about her options in the game against the USA at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics, while coach Peter Corr is ready to offer advice. The Australian team finished fourth and the USA second in Barcelona, the first women’s Paralympic wheelchair basketball tournament.

There’s no way through for Donna Ritchie either

Despite the screen from Sharon Slann (centre), there’s no way into the key for Donna Ritchie (with ball) in this offensive play against the USA at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics. Meanwhile, Liesl Tesch (closest to camera) looks to open some space. Barcelona was the first women’s Paralympic basketball tournament. The Australian team finished fourth and the USA was second.

Hobbs and Carter tangle in Barcelona

The Australian women’s Wheelchair Basketball team get themselves tangled in action at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics against eventual silver medalists USA. Sue Hobbs (left) and Amanda Carter give themselves little space to move, while and Amanda Rose (later Mandy Bonavita) looks on from the other side of the court. Barcelona was the first Games with a tournament for women and Australia finished fourth.

Lyn Coleman watches the outcome of her throw

Lyn Coleman competes in Boccia at the Barcelona Paralympic Games.

Csaba Bobary was Australia’s sole Table Tennis player

A far cry from the days when athletes competed in multiple sports, and Table Tennis was a popular choice, Csaba Bobary was the sole Australian Table Tennis player at the Barcelona Paralympic Games.

Ray Epstein benches almost three times his body weight

Ray Epstein lifts 142.5kg, almost three times his body weight, in his final lift in the Powerlifting at the Barcelona Paralympic Games. Epstein finished fourth. While he didn’t medal in either of his Paralympic appearances as an athlete, Epstein went on to become an influential coach in the sport and a leading administrator in disability sport in Queensland for many years.

Michael Callahan finds some space

Australian wheelchair basketballer Michael Callahan finds himself with some space and the ball in the game against Netherlands at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Netherlands won the tournament, with the Australian team finishing 9th of 12 competing nations.

But Troy Sachs is there for the rebound

Australian Troy Sachs gets set to contest a rebound from a shot by teammate David Gould (already falling backwards in his chair) with two Netherlands opponents in their game at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Netherlands went on to win the gold medal and Australia finished 9th of the 12 competing teams. Sachs was just 16 in Barcelona, his first Games, and went on to become the star of the Australian team which won gold in Atlanta in 1996.

David Gould looks to score under intense pressure

Australian wheelchair basketballer David Gould looks for his shot, under extreme pressure from three Netherlands defenders, in their game at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Australian men’s team finished 9th of 12 teams in Barcelona.

And Coralie Churchett seems worried about her options

Australian women’s wheelchair basketballer Coralie Churchett seems uncertain about her options in the game against the USA at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics, while coach Peter Corr is ready to offer advice. The Australian team finished fourth and the USA second in Barcelona, the first women’s Paralympic wheelchair basketball tournament.

There’s no way through for Donna Ritchie either

Despite the screen from Sharon Slann (centre), there’s no way into the key for Donna Ritchie (with ball) in this offensive play against the USA at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics. Meanwhile, Liesl Tesch (closest to camera) looks to open some space. Barcelona was the first women’s Paralympic basketball tournament. The Australian team finished fourth and the USA was second.

Hobbs and Carter tangle in Barcelona

The Australian women’s Wheelchair Basketball team get themselves tangled in action at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics against eventual silver medalists USA. Sue Hobbs (left) and Amanda Carter give themselves little space to move, while and Amanda Rose (later Mandy Bonavita) looks on from the other side of the court. Barcelona was the first Games with a tournament for women and Australia finished fourth.

Lyn Coleman watches the outcome of her throw

Lyn Coleman competes in Boccia at the Barcelona Paralympic Games.

Csaba Bobary was Australia’s sole Table Tennis player

A far cry from the days when athletes competed in multiple sports, and Table Tennis was a popular choice, Csaba Bobary was the sole Australian Table Tennis player at the Barcelona Paralympic Games.

Ray Epstein benches almost three times his body weight

Ray Epstein lifts 142.5kg, almost three times his body weight, in his final lift in the Powerlifting at the Barcelona Paralympic Games. Epstein finished fourth. While he didn’t medal in either of his Paralympic appearances as an athlete, Epstein went on to become an influential coach in the sport and a leading administrator in disability sport in Queensland for many years.

Michael Callahan finds some space

Australian wheelchair basketballer Michael Callahan finds himself with some space and the ball in the game against Netherlands at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Netherlands won the tournament, with the Australian team finishing 9th of 12 competing nations.

But Troy Sachs is there for the rebound

Australian Troy Sachs gets set to contest a rebound from a shot by teammate David Gould (already falling backwards in his chair) with two Netherlands opponents in their game at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Netherlands went on to win the gold medal and Australia finished 9th of the 12 competing teams. Sachs was just 16 in Barcelona, his first Games, and went on to become the star of the Australian team which won gold in Atlanta in 1996.

David Gould looks to score under intense pressure

Australian wheelchair basketballer David Gould looks for his shot, under extreme pressure from three Netherlands defenders, in their game at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Australian men’s team finished 9th of 12 teams in Barcelona.

And Coralie Churchett seems worried about her options

Australian women’s wheelchair basketballer Coralie Churchett seems uncertain about her options in the game against the USA at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics, while coach Peter Corr is ready to offer advice. The Australian team finished fourth and the USA second in Barcelona, the first women’s Paralympic wheelchair basketball tournament.

There’s no way through for Donna Ritchie either

Despite the screen from Sharon Slann (centre), there’s no way into the key for Donna Ritchie (with ball) in this offensive play against the USA at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics. Meanwhile, Liesl Tesch (closest to camera) looks to open some space. Barcelona was the first women’s Paralympic basketball tournament. The Australian team finished fourth and the USA was second.

Hobbs and Carter tangle in Barcelona

The Australian women’s Wheelchair Basketball team get themselves tangled in action at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics against eventual silver medalists USA. Sue Hobbs (left) and Amanda Carter give themselves little space to move, while and Amanda Rose (later Mandy Bonavita) looks on from the other side of the court. Barcelona was the first Games with a tournament for women and Australia finished fourth.

Lyn Coleman watches the outcome of her throw

Lyn Coleman competes in Boccia at the Barcelona Paralympic Games.

Csaba Bobary was Australia’s sole Table Tennis player

A far cry from the days when athletes competed in multiple sports, and Table Tennis was a popular choice, Csaba Bobary was the sole Australian Table Tennis player at the Barcelona Paralympic Games.

Ray Epstein benches almost three times his body weight

Ray Epstein lifts 142.5kg, almost three times his body weight, in his final lift in the Powerlifting at the Barcelona Paralympic Games. Epstein finished fourth. While he didn’t medal in either of his Paralympic appearances as an athlete, Epstein went on to become an influential coach in the sport and a leading administrator in disability sport in Queensland for many years.

Michael Callahan finds some space

Australian wheelchair basketballer Michael Callahan finds himself with some space and the ball in the game against Netherlands at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Netherlands won the tournament, with the Australian team finishing 9th of 12 competing nations.

But Troy Sachs is there for the rebound

Australian Troy Sachs gets set to contest a rebound from a shot by teammate David Gould (already falling backwards in his chair) with two Netherlands opponents in their game at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Netherlands went on to win the gold medal and Australia finished 9th of the 12 competing teams. Sachs was just 16 in Barcelona, his first Games, and went on to become the star of the Australian team which won gold in Atlanta in 1996.

David Gould looks to score under intense pressure

Australian wheelchair basketballer David Gould looks for his shot, under extreme pressure from three Netherlands defenders, in their game at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Australian men’s team finished 9th of 12 teams in Barcelona.

And Coralie Churchett seems worried about her options

Australian women’s wheelchair basketballer Coralie Churchett seems uncertain about her options in the game against the USA at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics, while coach Peter Corr is ready to offer advice. The Australian team finished fourth and the USA second in Barcelona, the first women’s Paralympic wheelchair basketball tournament.

There’s no way through for Donna Ritchie either

Despite the screen from Sharon Slann (centre), there’s no way into the key for Donna Ritchie (with ball) in this offensive play against the USA at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics. Meanwhile, Liesl Tesch (closest to camera) looks to open some space. Barcelona was the first women’s Paralympic basketball tournament. The Australian team finished fourth and the USA was second.

Hobbs and Carter tangle in Barcelona

The Australian women’s Wheelchair Basketball team get themselves tangled in action at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics against eventual silver medalists USA. Sue Hobbs (left) and Amanda Carter give themselves little space to move, while and Amanda Rose (later Mandy Bonavita) looks on from the other side of the court. Barcelona was the first Games with a tournament for women and Australia finished fourth.

Lyn Coleman watches the outcome of her throw

Lyn Coleman competes in Boccia at the Barcelona Paralympic Games.

Csaba Bobary was Australia’s sole Table Tennis player

A far cry from the days when athletes competed in multiple sports, and Table Tennis was a popular choice, Csaba Bobary was the sole Australian Table Tennis player at the Barcelona Paralympic Games.

Ray Epstein benches almost three times his body weight

Ray Epstein lifts 142.5kg, almost three times his body weight, in his final lift in the Powerlifting at the Barcelona Paralympic Games. Epstein finished fourth. While he didn’t medal in either of his Paralympic appearances as an athlete, Epstein went on to become an influential coach in the sport and a leading administrator in disability sport in Queensland for many years.

Michael Callahan finds some space

Australian wheelchair basketballer Michael Callahan finds himself with some space and the ball in the game against Netherlands at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Netherlands won the tournament, with the Australian team finishing 9th of 12 competing nations.

But Troy Sachs is there for the rebound

Australian Troy Sachs gets set to contest a rebound from a shot by teammate David Gould (already falling backwards in his chair) with two Netherlands opponents in their game at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Netherlands went on to win the gold medal and Australia finished 9th of the 12 competing teams. Sachs was just 16 in Barcelona, his first Games, and went on to become the star of the Australian team which won gold in Atlanta in 1996.

David Gould looks to score under intense pressure

Australian wheelchair basketballer David Gould looks for his shot, under extreme pressure from three Netherlands defenders, in their game at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Australian men’s team finished 9th of 12 teams in Barcelona.

And Coralie Churchett seems worried about her options

Australian women’s wheelchair basketballer Coralie Churchett seems uncertain about her options in the game against the USA at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics, while coach Peter Corr is ready to offer advice. The Australian team finished fourth and the USA second in Barcelona, the first women’s Paralympic wheelchair basketball tournament.

There’s no way through for Donna Ritchie either

Despite the screen from Sharon Slann (centre), there’s no way into the key for Donna Ritchie (with ball) in this offensive play against the USA at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics. Meanwhile, Liesl Tesch (closest to camera) looks to open some space. Barcelona was the first women’s Paralympic basketball tournament. The Australian team finished fourth and the USA was second.

Hobbs and Carter tangle in Barcelona

The Australian women’s Wheelchair Basketball team get themselves tangled in action at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics against eventual silver medalists USA. Sue Hobbs (left) and Amanda Carter give themselves little space to move, while and Amanda Rose (later Mandy Bonavita) looks on from the other side of the court. Barcelona was the first Games with a tournament for women and Australia finished fourth.

Lyn Coleman watches the outcome of her throw

Lyn Coleman competes in Boccia at the Barcelona Paralympic Games.

Csaba Bobary was Australia’s sole Table Tennis player

A far cry from the days when athletes competed in multiple sports, and Table Tennis was a popular choice, Csaba Bobary was the sole Australian Table Tennis player at the Barcelona Paralympic Games.

Ray Epstein benches almost three times his body weight

Ray Epstein lifts 142.5kg, almost three times his body weight, in his final lift in the Powerlifting at the Barcelona Paralympic Games. Epstein finished fourth. While he didn’t medal in either of his Paralympic appearances as an athlete, Epstein went on to become an influential coach in the sport and a leading administrator in disability sport in Queensland for many years.

Michael Callahan finds some space

Australian wheelchair basketballer Michael Callahan finds himself with some space and the ball in the game against Netherlands at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Netherlands won the tournament, with the Australian team finishing 9th of 12 competing nations.

But Troy Sachs is there for the rebound

Australian Troy Sachs gets set to contest a rebound from a shot by teammate David Gould (already falling backwards in his chair) with two Netherlands opponents in their game at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Netherlands went on to win the gold medal and Australia finished 9th of the 12 competing teams. Sachs was just 16 in Barcelona, his first Games, and went on to become the star of the Australian team which won gold in Atlanta in 1996.

David Gould looks to score under intense pressure

Australian wheelchair basketballer David Gould looks for his shot, under extreme pressure from three Netherlands defenders, in their game at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Australian men’s team finished 9th of 12 teams in Barcelona.

And Coralie Churchett seems worried about her options

Australian women’s wheelchair basketballer Coralie Churchett seems uncertain about her options in the game against the USA at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics, while coach Peter Corr is ready to offer advice. The Australian team finished fourth and the USA second in Barcelona, the first women’s Paralympic wheelchair basketball tournament.

There’s no way through for Donna Ritchie either

Despite the screen from Sharon Slann (centre), there’s no way into the key for Donna Ritchie (with ball) in this offensive play against the USA at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics. Meanwhile, Liesl Tesch (closest to camera) looks to open some space. Barcelona was the first women’s Paralympic basketball tournament. The Australian team finished fourth and the USA was second.

Hobbs and Carter tangle in Barcelona

The Australian women’s Wheelchair Basketball team get themselves tangled in action at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics against eventual silver medalists USA. Sue Hobbs (left) and Amanda Carter give themselves little space to move, while and Amanda Rose (later Mandy Bonavita) looks on from the other side of the court. Barcelona was the first Games with a tournament for women and Australia finished fourth.

Lyn Coleman watches the outcome of her throw

Lyn Coleman competes in Boccia at the Barcelona Paralympic Games.

Csaba Bobary was Australia’s sole Table Tennis player

A far cry from the days when athletes competed in multiple sports, and Table Tennis was a popular choice, Csaba Bobary was the sole Australian Table Tennis player at the Barcelona Paralympic Games.

Ray Epstein benches almost three times his body weight

Ray Epstein lifts 142.5kg, almost three times his body weight, in his final lift in the Powerlifting at the Barcelona Paralympic Games. Epstein finished fourth. While he didn’t medal in either of his Paralympic appearances as an athlete, Epstein went on to become an influential coach in the sport and a leading administrator in disability sport in Queensland for many years.

Michael Callahan finds some space

Australian wheelchair basketballer Michael Callahan finds himself with some space and the ball in the game against Netherlands at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Netherlands won the tournament, with the Australian team finishing 9th of 12 competing nations.

But Troy Sachs is there for the rebound

Australian Troy Sachs gets set to contest a rebound from a shot by teammate David Gould (already falling backwards in his chair) with two Netherlands opponents in their game at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Netherlands went on to win the gold medal and Australia finished 9th of the 12 competing teams. Sachs was just 16 in Barcelona, his first Games, and went on to become the star of the Australian team which won gold in Atlanta in 1996.

David Gould looks to score under intense pressure

Australian wheelchair basketballer David Gould looks for his shot, under extreme pressure from three Netherlands defenders, in their game at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Australian men’s team finished 9th of 12 teams in Barcelona.

And Coralie Churchett seems worried about her options

Australian women’s wheelchair basketballer Coralie Churchett seems uncertain about her options in the game against the USA at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics, while coach Peter Corr is ready to offer advice. The Australian team finished fourth and the USA second in Barcelona, the first women’s Paralympic wheelchair basketball tournament.

There’s no way through for Donna Ritchie either

Despite the screen from Sharon Slann (centre), there’s no way into the key for Donna Ritchie (with ball) in this offensive play against the USA at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics. Meanwhile, Liesl Tesch (closest to camera) looks to open some space. Barcelona was the first women’s Paralympic basketball tournament. The Australian team finished fourth and the USA was second.

Hobbs and Carter tangle in Barcelona

The Australian women’s Wheelchair Basketball team get themselves tangled in action at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Paralympics against eventual silver medalists USA. Sue Hobbs (left) and Amanda Carter give themselves little space to move, while and Amanda Rose (later Mandy Bonavita) looks on from the other side of the court. Barcelona was the first Games with a tournament for women and Australia finished fourth.

Lyn Coleman watches the outcome of her throw

Lyn Coleman competes in Boccia at the Barcelona Paralympic Games.

Csaba Bobary was Australia’s sole Table Tennis player

A far cry from the days when athletes competed in multiple sports, and Table Tennis was a popular choice, Csaba Bobary was the sole Australian Table Tennis player at the Barcelona Paralympic Games.

Ray Epstein benches almost three times his body weight

Ray Epstein lifts 142.5kg, almost three times his body weight, in his final lift in the Powerlifting at the Barcelona Paralympic Games. Epstein finished fourth. While he didn’t medal in either of his Paralympic appearances as an athlete, Epstein went on to become an influential coach in the sport and a leading administrator in disability sport in Queensland for many years.

Michael Callahan finds some space

Australian wheelchair basketballer Michael Callahan finds himself with some space and the ball in the game against Netherlands at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games. The Netherlands won the tournament, with the Australian team finishing 9th of 12 competing nations.