José López Ramírez facts for kids
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José López Ramírez (born 17 December 1975) is a talented 5-a-side football player from Spain. He is known for his skills on the field as a visually impaired athlete.
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About José López
José López was born on December 17, 1975, in Málaga, a city in Spain. He is a B1 type sportsperson, which means he is completely blind. Despite this, he has become a successful athlete in 5-a-side football.
In 2012, José received a special scholarship called the Plan ADO scholarship. This program helps Spanish athletes prepare for the Paralympic Games.
Playing 5-a-side Football
José López plays 5-a-side football, which is a version of football for visually impaired athletes. He is part of the DA Tarragona sport federation.
Paralympic Games Achievements
José has represented Spain in several Paralympic Games. These are major international sports events for athletes with disabilities.
- 2004 Athens Paralympics: José played 5-a-side football at the 2004 Summer Paralympics in Athens, Greece. His team played against Greece and won 2–0, earning a bronze medal.
- 2008 Beijing Paralympics: He also competed at the 2008 Summer Paralympics in Beijing, China. His team faced China in the group stage but lost 1–0. They finished fourth after losing to Argentina in the bronze medal game.
- 2012 London Paralympics: José returned to the 2012 Summer Paralympics in London, England. His team won against Argentina with a score of 1–0, securing another bronze medal. Important people like Infanta Elena and the President of the Spanish Paralympic Committee watched this exciting bronze medal game. The team's first game in London against Great Britain ended in a 1–1 draw.
Other Competitions
José López has also competed in other important tournaments:
- 2011 International Futsal Friendly Tournament: In August 2011, he was part of the Spanish team in a friendly tournament held in Madrid. They played against teams from Argentina, England, Turkey, and Italy.
- 2011 European Championships: Later in 2011, José represented Spain at the European Championships in Turkey. His team competed against Turkey, Russia, and Greece in the group stage.
- 2012 European Championships: In June 2012, he played in the European Championships in Italy. This was an important competition to help his team get ready for the London Paralympic Games. His coach, Miguel Ángel Becerra, helped him prepare with daily fitness activities. Before the Paralympics, José had a medical test on June 7 to make sure he was ready to compete.
Awards and Recognition
In 2013, José López was honored with the bronze Real Orden al Mérito Deportivo. This is a special award in Spain that recognizes athletes for their achievements in sports.
See also
In Spanish: José López Ramírez para niños
