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José Solé
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Nationality Spanish
Born 3 July 1969 (1969-07-03) (age 56)
Sant Feliu de Guíxols, Catalonia, Spain
Sport
Country  Spain
Sport Wheelchair basketball

José María Solé Chavero was born on July 3, 1969, in Sant Feliu de Guíxols, a town in Catalonia, Spain. He is a talented wheelchair basketball player from Spain. José Solé is known for representing his country in this exciting sport.

José Solé's Journey in Wheelchair Basketball

José Solé is a dedicated athlete who plays wheelchair basketball. This sport is specially designed for athletes with physical disabilities. Players use wheelchairs to move around the court, dribble the ball, pass, and shoot, just like in regular basketball.

Playing at the Paralympics

One of the biggest highlights of José Solé's career was competing in the 1996 Summer Paralympics. These games are a major international multi-sport event for athletes with disabilities. They are held every four years, right after the Olympic Games.

Team Spain's Performance

At the 1996 Summer Paralympics, José Solé was part of the Spanish wheelchair basketball team. His team played very well and showed great skill and teamwork. They finished in fourth place, which is a fantastic achievement on such a big stage. This showed how much hard work and dedication José and his teammates put into their sport.

What is a 1-Point Player?

In wheelchair basketball, players are given a "point" classification based on their physical ability. This system helps make sure that teams are fair and balanced. José Solé is classified as a 1-point player. This means he has a significant physical disability that affects his movement and function on the court. Despite this, he plays a crucial role in his team, using his skills and understanding of the game to help them succeed.

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