A Gift From Joyce
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Browse Full-length Non-member TitlesThe Paralympic Games, the ultimate international competition for physically challenged athletes, has grown to become one of largest major international multi-sport events. Winter and Summer Paralympic Games always follow their respective Olympic Games. This documentary follows Joyce Luncher, a physically challenged athlete, who is determined to be a successful swimmer. Her story, told by her coach, her parents, other competitors and Joyce herself, follows Joyce's remarkable adventure from her first win on her college varsity swim team to a five-medal-winning performance at the Atlanta Paralympics.
Media Details
Runtime: 56 minutes 23 seconds
- Topic: Counseling and Self-Help, Health and Safety, History, Social Science, Sports and Recreation
- Subtopic: Accidents - Prevention, Athletics, Disabilities, Documentaries, Multiculturalism, Sports and Games
- Grade/Interest Level: 7 - 12
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- Release Year: 2013
- Producer/Distributor: Chip Taylor Communications
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