Jessica Malagón Moreno facts for kids
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| Born | 6 July 1977 (age 47) Barcelona, Spain |
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Jessica Malagón Moreno is a talented athlete from Spain. She was born in Barcelona on July 6, 1977. Jessica plays a sport called goalball. This sport is specially designed for athletes who are blind or have low vision.
What is Goalball?
Goalball is a team sport played by two teams of three players each. Players wear eye shades to make sure everyone is equally blind. The game is played on a court similar to a volleyball court. The goal is to throw a ball, which has bells inside, into the opponent's goal. Players listen for the bells to know where the ball is. They block the ball with their bodies. It's a very exciting and fast-paced game!
Paralympic Achievements
Jessica Malagón Moreno has represented Spain in the Paralympic Games. These are major international sports events for athletes with disabilities.
1996 Summer Paralympics
Jessica first competed in goalball at the 1996 Summer Paralympics in Atlanta, USA. Her team played very well and earned a bronze medal. This means they finished in third place!
2000 Summer Paralympics
Four years later, Jessica competed again at the 2000 Summer Paralympics in Sydney, Australia. Her team showed great skill and teamwork. They won a silver medal, finishing in second place. This was a fantastic achievement for Jessica and her team.
