Solomon Islands at the 2012 Summer Paralympics
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| Solomon Islands at the 2012 Summer Paralympics | |
|---|---|
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| IPC code | SOL |
| NPC | Solomon Islands Paralympics Committee |
| in London | |
| Competitors | 1 in 1 sport |
| Flag bearer | Hellen Saohaga |
| Officials | 3 |
| Medals |
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| Summer Paralympics appearances (overview) | |
The Solomon Islands made their Paralympic Games début at the 2012 Summer Paralympics in London, United Kingdom, from August 29 to September 9, 2012.[1] The country sent one athlete, shot putter Hellen Saohaga. She finished 15th out of 19 competitors, and did not medal at these Games.
The Solomon Islands Paralympics Federation was recognised as a full member of the International Paralympic Committee in 2011, granting the country the right to send a delegation to the London Games. The Solomons initially planned to send athletes to compete in track and field and powerlifting events. Among the country's hopefuls were Benjamin Vae in the shot put, who was internationally classified, which was a requirement to compete at the Paralympics.[1]
Ultimately, the country's delegation was composed of a single athlete, Hellen Saohaga (also known as Hellen Tasaunga).[2] She was accompanied by Chef de Mission Casper Pule, team manager Falai Katalake Bare, and coach Fa'amoana Topue.[2] She competed in Brisbane in an international competition during the Queensland Athletic Championships. She was given a universality spot in the Games.[3][4] She was the country's flag-bearer during the Games' opening ceremony.[5][6]
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