University of Illinois wheelchair track produces perennial Chicago Marathon racers

University of Illinois wheelchair track produces perennial Chicago Marathon racers

Brian Siemann never imagined completing a marathon in his lifetime, let alone competing in any sport.Paralyzed below the waist since he was 6 days old, Siemann is now preparing to race in his 17th consecutive Chicago Marathon. The wheelchair race begins at 7:20 a.m. Sunday in Grant Park, shortly before the runners begin.After his New Jersey high school track coach encouraged him to try the sport, and his classmates raised money for his first rac…

University of Illinois wheelchair track produces perennial Chicago Marathon racers – Usa news

Brian Siemann never imagined completing a marathon in his lifetime, let alone competing in any sport. Paralyzed below the waist since he was 6 days old, Siemann is now preparing to race in his 17th consecutive Chicago Marathon. The wheelchair race begins at 7:20 a.m. Sunday in Grant Park, shortly before the runners begin. After his New Jersey high school track coach encouraged him to try the sport, and his classmates raised money for his first r…