Psychology of Disabled Athlete

Athletes who are disabled become motivated when they see other disabled athletes competing in sports. The encouragement they receive from the other members of the team motivates the athletes to continue to compete in sports. They strive to be the best at what they can do when they are encouraged from their coaches. They also want to set good examples for other athletes who are disabled. They want to inspire other disabled athlete and give them hope to continue the athletic career. Tyson McClanahan, is a US Olympian, who was disabled. He overcame many obstacles to be a great athlete. The doctors diagnosed that he would be unable to walk, and speak, but with training and therapy he overcame spectacular challenges that many therapist and doctors were astonished with his accomplishments. Tyson said,” He was not a quitter and would do anything he could to be the best.” Tyson enjoyed helping others. Tyson wanted to give disabled athlete hope and to inspire them to never quite and always believe. Tyson’s family and coach always were supportive and encouraged him to strive for greatness which motivated him to become successful. Tyson’s hard work proved positive results to become a successful disabled athlete.

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