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Disability Sport England is proud to have NBA star John Amaechi open the British Open Athletics Championships, supported by Leisure Connection Ltd, in Birmingham. It is great to have a man who has achieved his dream, and is still ensuring that others achieve theirs.

The 300 athletes competing at the event have their sights set on the Paralympics in September 2004. This event is IPC sanctioned which means the times can be used as qualifiers for such big events. John will be present to spur the athletes on as well as officially open the event at midday on Saturday 16th.

Talking about the role, John said: "It's an absolute honour to be in the company of so many amazingly talented and inspiring athletes from all around the world. They are a testimony to the power of self-belief and the opportunities that sport provides for building confidence and breaking through prejudice."

Our athletics programme focuses on skills and talent development as well as building confidence through the medium of sport. We appreciate the continued support from all sponsors, without whose assistance, we would not be able to provide top sporting opportunities for disabled sports people.

Saturday 16 August 2003
9.30am First Event
Midday Official Opening
5.00pm Close (approx)

Sunday 17 August 2003
9.30am First Event

Spectators are welcome to attend free of charge.

Disability Sport England co-ordinates 14 National Championships - making us the number one events agency in the country. Our system for multi-disability competition is renowned and respected around the world. We are proud of the disabled sportspeople who are constantly coming through our programmes.
Source: Disability Sport England