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[dark Brygon Chronicle Staff How things change, T w o w e e k s a g o Bruce Russell planned on spending a quiet 30th birthday at home. Instead, he will be fly- ing to New York to compete in the Third International Games for the Disabled. Near the end of May. Russell was the Mst person on a mmember team. However, an in jury to another team member opened the door for Russell, and the K-W resident hopes to make the most of it. "The key to success at the games is to establish intensity and harness it. The psycho- logical part of competi- tion is very important. If I prepare myself correctly, I will do well." said Russell. The games are divid- ed into eight classes of disabilities. Russell competes in the ampu- tee section. He lost his left leg from above the knee after being hit by a car twelve years ago. Russell will be par- ticipating in the shot put, air pistol, discus and volleyball competi- tions. He holds the Ca- nadian record for the discus at 29.6 m and he's keying his efforts on this competition. "Aiready this year I have broken the record a few times. I'd like to -t-"'"'-'-'" . v u - .. - o u - Iota-ppm” J..-.-.--.--. .r_".r. Hours-t. -q.s-.-'R.N-..-" urn“ rrrrrmm I. -.. o . Russell Will make most of opportunity Bruce Russell demonstrates the term that he hopes can carry him to victory. and Brysoo 'thoht really bury one down of competing as a dis- tant role on the volley- there and just shatter abled athlete but now bail team. it. With the right condi- looks forward to every "I'm the only guy tions, a 36 m throw is competition he takes who can reach over the not out of the ques- part in. net",says Russell. tion," says Russell. The games will be He has not always At CT', Russell fig- held on Long Island been keen on the idea ures to play an impor- from June 17 to 29. of competing as a dis- abled athlete but now looks forward to every competition he takes part in. Candidate for the WATERLOO RIDING LIBERAL NOMINATION Wednesday, Ame 27, 1984 . . 8:00 pm. , 'lL"","","",':,'] SUPPORT LYNN MYERS 'rWNSqttAttttERrtSE...AtNERnSE WHEE/fma. Lynn Myers supports Experience: We need your support. Memberships must be obtained no later than June 20, 1984. For Memberships or Information Please Call: “mainline, "Tr"""'". ‘3 1tgt1lll7lllihtlliillly 41!: Waterloo Inn 7:30-12 WT MHwIWtkMM) Barbara Lawrence 893-4633 WATEKOO m. “MY. m 13.19“ - PAGE " supports: Employment Opportunities for Youth Small Business A Development Secure World Peace Teacher for Seven Years at Grand River Collegiate Currently Administrator of an Adult Education Program Owner of a Family Farm Councillor in ANilmot Township T.V. Host