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Correction: Please note times previously reported as "pm" are "am."
It’s Jacob Wassermann’s time to shine at the 2024 Paris Paralympics. The Humboldt-native competitive rower was introduced to the sport only two years ago. Following intensive training and an international foray in Rio de Janeiro that won Canada a spot in singles men’s rowing at the games, he’s set to test his skills and strength against the world’s best.
“I’m proud of all the work I’ve put in and how far I’ve been able to come,” said Jacob in our previous interview following the announcement of his inclusion on the Canadian Team. “I’m super excited and super proud for this opportunity to represent Canada, and of course Humboldt. I always carry the town with me no matter where I go.”
Jacob’s competition gets under way on Friday, August 30 at approximately 2:10 am CST at Vaires-sur-Marne Stadium with the men’s single sculls heats.
The repechages round takes place on Saturday, August 31 at 2:10 am CST followed by the finals for men at 1:50 am CST on Sunday, September 1.
Humboldt and area residents will be watching, along with the rest of the world, cheering Jacob Wassermann on to victory.
In all, 15 people – athletes, coaches and staff – will be participating in the 2024 Paralympics.
ATHLETES:
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Nikita Ens - Para Swimming, Meadow Lake.
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Nik Goncin - Wheelchair Basketball, Regina.
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Julie Kozun - Sitting Volleyball, Melfort.
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Shelby Newkirk - Para Swimming, Saskatoon.
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Hannah Ouellette - Para Swimming, Saskatoon.
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Garrett Ostepchuk - Wheelchair Basketball, Regina.
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Ashlyn Renneberg - Para Athletics, Saskatoon.
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Ryan Rousell - Wheelchair Fencing, Asquith.
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Keely Shaw - Para Cycling, Midale.
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Jacob Wassermann - Para Rowing, Humboldt.
COACHES:
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Frank Gaudet - Para Badminton, Regina.
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Ryan Jones - Para Swimming, Saskatoon.
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Carla Nicholls - Para Athletics, Regina.
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John Wetzstein - Para Rowing, Regina.
MISSION STAFF:
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Chris Dornan, Team Canada, Saskatoon.
Join Sask Sport, Sask Lotteries and the Canadian Sport Centre Saskatchewan on cheeronsask.ca for everything you need to know about the Olympics and Paralympics. The website documents the athletes, coaches, officials and staff from Saskatchewan on their journey to the Olympic and Paralympic Games, features a comprehensive schedule specific to the Saskatchewan athletes that includes date, times, viewing options and results and will house daily recaps with results and information specific to the Saskatchewan contingent. It will also feature an aggregate of news from the Canadian Olympic Committee, Canadian Paralympic Committee and National Sport Organizations.
Live and delayed events are broadcast in Canada on CBC and content is available on the CBC Sports Paris 2024 app available for iOS and Android devices.