- Age: 45
- Classification: 4.5
Patrick is a veteran wheelchair basketball player from Edmonton, Alberta, competing in classification 4.5 at the Paris 2024 Paralympics. He has been honored multiple times throughout his career. In 2022, his hometown of Fergus, Ontario, installed signs recognizing him as a local hero. He was named Male Athlete of the Year by Wheelchair Basketball Canada in 2009, 2013, and 2018 and received numerous other accolades, including the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal in 2013. After initially considering retirement after the 2020 Tokyo Paralympics, Patrick decided to continue competing, aiming for the 2024 Paralympic Games in Paris.
What is 4.5 Classification in Wheelchair Basketball?
4.5 classification in wheelchair basketball is for athletes with the most physical function allowed in the sport. These athletes typically have full trunk control and good mobility, with minor impairments affecting their legs.
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