Dickson makes his way up the wall. Photograph courtesy of Top30.
The 14-member U.S. team snagged seven medals at the International Federation of Sport Climbing (IFSC) World Paraclimbing Championship held in Gijón, Spain, September 8-13. About 100 athletes from 30 different countries participated. The event was hosted in conjunction with the IFSC Climbing World Championship.
The following U.S. team members took home medals:
Men, Leg Amputees: Ronald Dickson, second place; Craig DeMartino, third place
Women, Leg Amputees: Christa Brelsford, first place
Men, Arm Amputees: Ryan Snyder, first place
Women, Arm Amputees: Maureen Beck, first place
Women, Seated: Chloe Crawford, first place; Julia Sikut, second place