Former Humboldt Bronco Qualifies For Paralympics In Rowing
Former Humboldt Broncos goaltender Jacob Wassermann is making huge strides in his new career as a professional rower. His latest accomplishment came as he qualified for the 2024 Paralympics in Paris.
Humboldt bus crash survivor reaches new career high
It was nearly six years ago when 16 people were killed and 13 others were injured after a bus carrying the Humboldt Broncos, a junior hockey team based in Humboldt Saskatchewan was hit by a semi-truck. Among the survivors was goaltender Jacob Wasserman, who was paralyzed from the waist down in the accident. Life will never be the same for the survivors and their families but many have found new meaning in life, including Wassermann. Today it was reported that he had qualified for the 2024 Paralympics in Paris.
Six years after being paralyzed in the Humboldt bus crash, Jacob Wasserman has qualified for the 2024 Paralympics in rowing
This is among the biggest accomplishments possible for Wasserman after his career in hockey was tragically cut short. Now he will look to win the gold for Canada this summer.
QUALIFIED FOR PARIS PARALYMPICS
Humboldt Broncos bus crash survivor Saskatoon's Jacob Wassermann has qualified a spot for Canada at the Paralympics in the PR1 men's single category.
The ultimate story of resilience. Athleticism. Congratulations Jacob.
Jacob and his surviving teammates have become icons of overcoming adversity since the accident. Many of them have traveled across the hockey world, making appearances with NHL clubs. Jacob himself and his teammate Ryan Straschnitski participated in a ceremonial puck drop for the Colorado Avalanche shortly after the accident.
We are so honored to have Humboldt Broncos Ryan Straschnitski and Jacob Wassermann drop the puck for us tonight.
#HumboldtStrong #GoAvsGo
The hockey world will never forget the Humboldt accident. Our hearts remain with the families of the victims and with the survivors as they continue to do amazing things.
Source BladeofSteel: Former Humboldt Broncos goaltender Wasserman qualifies for Paralympics
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