- Sport: Goalball
- Age: 28
- Classification: S13
Meghan is a Calgary-born goalball player competing in the S13 classification. She has showcased her athletic talents across various sports, including Para athletics at the provincial level in Canada and club-level blind hockey. Her journey in goalball began in 2012 when she was introduced to the sport at an Ontario Blind Sports Association summer camp. Inspired by Canadian goalball player Amy Burk, Meghan found her passion for the game, drawn to the teamwork and physical challenge it offers. Her most memorable achievement was competing at the 2016 Paralympic Games in Rio, and she now aspires to compete in the Paris 2024 Paralympics.
What is the S13 Goalball Classification?
The S13 classification in Goalball is one of the vision impairment categories used in Paralympic sports. Specifically, the S13 classification is for athletes with a visual impairment that is less severe than those classified in the S11 or S12 categories. Athletes in the S13 category have the least severe visual impairment and are eligible for Paralympic sports. They typically have visual acuity ranging from 2/60 to 6/60 and a visual field of less than 20 degrees.
Photo Credit: Meghan Mahon
