Sunday, March 12, 2006 8:01:47 PM
An interview with Monica Bascio
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Jan 2 2006
Monica Bascio, athlete on US Ski Team, tells about his sports life and reveals his objectives for the Paralympic Games of Torino 2006.
AGE: 36
NATIONALITY: USA
DISCIPLINA: CROSS COUNTRY
BEST RESULTS: SILVER MEDAL IN THE 10 KM (LONG DISTANCE ) RACE AT THE IPC WORLD CUP CROSS COUNTRY SKI FINAL 2004 IN QUEBEC
How old are you and where do you live?
I am 36 years old and live in Evergreen, CO, at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains west of Denver.
Why did you start a sporting activity?
I originally started disabled sports to stay healthy and fit. When I move to Colorado three years ago, I wanted to stay active during the winter months and to keep me fitness for handcycling in the summer months. I quickly realized that XC skiing provided great fitness opportunity and I kept me outside in the beautiful Colorado sunshine.
What do you think about sport? Is it for you an entertainment or a work?
Skiing began as entertainment and quickly became full time work for me. Although I still enjoy skiing trails for the simple pleasure of being on snow among the trees, my commitment to racing is full time and is something which takes a great deal of time and all my focus.
You are always around the world to train and compete, what do you like of this kind of life?
Travelling around the world provides a great opportunity for me to learn about other cultures and appreciate an international approach to disability, sport and lifestyle and to witness some rather spectacular scenery. It is a very busy, and sometimes exhausting lifestyle, but one that I feel very lucky of which to be apart.
In your competitive career you have obtained many victories, now what are your motivations that push you to compete again?
My sporting career is very goal-oriented. I am always striving to be better in one, or more areas of my skiing and performance. I am constantly motivated by the level of my competitors and impressed with their level of commitment to training and racing. The increasing amount of women competitors also motivates my performance. These all keep my goals evolving and my interest renewed.
What are your aims for the future and for the next Paralympic Games?
My Paralympic goal is to make the podium in any one of my three races. I am particularly hoping for a medal in the 10K, long distance race. My future nordic skiing goal is to continue through 2010 Paralympics. Along the way, I will continue to pursue a spot on the 2006 Paralympic handcycling team in Bejing.
Do you think that Paralimpycgames can be a good opportunity to talk about disabilities ?
I think the Paralympic games provide an outstanding opportunity to discuss disability and bring awareness of disabled sport to the public. The Paralympic games represent possibilty and athletisism among those with physical challenges.
Do you have a message to people with disabilities that would like to begin a sporting activity?
My message to anyone considering a start in sports is to get involved! I think one should try anything and everything and keep active for both the physical and mental exhilaration that sports can provide, weather in a recreational or a competitive milieu.
Valentina Roberto
. . Jan 2 2006
Monica Bascio, athlete on US Ski Team, tells about his sports life and reveals his objectives for the Paralympic Games of Torino 2006.
AGE: 36
NATIONALITY: USA
DISCIPLINA: CROSS COUNTRY
BEST RESULTS: SILVER MEDAL IN THE 10 KM (LONG DISTANCE ) RACE AT THE IPC WORLD CUP CROSS COUNTRY SKI FINAL 2004 IN QUEBEC
How old are you and where do you live?
I am 36 years old and live in Evergreen, CO, at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains west of Denver.
Why did you start a sporting activity?
I originally started disabled sports to stay healthy and fit. When I move to Colorado three years ago, I wanted to stay active during the winter months and to keep me fitness for handcycling in the summer months. I quickly realized that XC skiing provided great fitness opportunity and I kept me outside in the beautiful Colorado sunshine.
What do you think about sport? Is it for you an entertainment or a work?
Skiing began as entertainment and quickly became full time work for me. Although I still enjoy skiing trails for the simple pleasure of being on snow among the trees, my commitment to racing is full time and is something which takes a great deal of time and all my focus.
You are always around the world to train and compete, what do you like of this kind of life?
Travelling around the world provides a great opportunity for me to learn about other cultures and appreciate an international approach to disability, sport and lifestyle and to witness some rather spectacular scenery. It is a very busy, and sometimes exhausting lifestyle, but one that I feel very lucky of which to be apart.
In your competitive career you have obtained many victories, now what are your motivations that push you to compete again?
My sporting career is very goal-oriented. I am always striving to be better in one, or more areas of my skiing and performance. I am constantly motivated by the level of my competitors and impressed with their level of commitment to training and racing. The increasing amount of women competitors also motivates my performance. These all keep my goals evolving and my interest renewed.
What are your aims for the future and for the next Paralympic Games?
My Paralympic goal is to make the podium in any one of my three races. I am particularly hoping for a medal in the 10K, long distance race. My future nordic skiing goal is to continue through 2010 Paralympics. Along the way, I will continue to pursue a spot on the 2006 Paralympic handcycling team in Bejing.
Do you think that Paralimpycgames can be a good opportunity to talk about disabilities ?
I think the Paralympic games provide an outstanding opportunity to discuss disability and bring awareness of disabled sport to the public. The Paralympic games represent possibilty and athletisism among those with physical challenges.
Do you have a message to people with disabilities that would like to begin a sporting activity?
My message to anyone considering a start in sports is to get involved! I think one should try anything and everything and keep active for both the physical and mental exhilaration that sports can provide, weather in a recreational or a competitive milieu.
Valentina Roberto
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