At a Glance
Durian was born on the 13th July 1995; he was born with spinal bifida but was paralyzed after a car accident.
Durian is 1.53m tall and weighs 45kg, he is a keen sports man and loves basketball, his goal is to one day play basketball again and play for his country.
He enjoys playing wheelchair rugby but his talent lies in wheelchair races.
We believe with the right wheelchair, he could become a force to reckon with in his chosen field.
Plays Basketball and Rugby in spare time
Goals/Ambitions
• Wants to be part of sport clubs and teams
• Wants to be part of Olympic team
• To play Basketball again
Wish List
1. Monthly racing expenses:
• has medical expenses at the moment R1000
• Race entry fees R100
• Transport to events R200
Total: R1 300 per month
| Date | Event | Description & Venues | Position |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | Wheelchair Race, Caledon | 5km | 1st |
| 2008 | Wheels and Runners Race, Hermanus | 5km | 2ns |
| 2009 | Wheels and Runners Race, Hermanus | 5km | 1st |
| 2009 | Wheelchair Race, Cape Town | 10km | 2nd |
| 2010 | Wheels and Runners Race, Hermanus | 5km | 2nd |
| 2011 | Wheels and Runners Race, Hermanus | 10km | 2nd |
| 2012 | Wheels and Runners Race, Hermanus | 5km | 3rd |
