Ricardo Fernández facts for kids
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| Nationality | Spanish | ||||||||||||||||
| Born | 5 January 1976 Castellón |
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| Country |  Spain |
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| Sport | Goalball (B1) | ||||||||||||||||
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Ricardo Fernández Tio was born on 5 January 1976 in Castellón, Spain. He is a talented Spanish athlete who plays goalball. Goalball is a team sport made for athletes who are blind or have very low vision. Ricardo is classified as a B1 athlete, which means he is completely blind or has very little vision.
Ricardo has represented Spain in the Paralympic Games, which are like the Olympic Games but for athletes with disabilities. He has won two bronze medals for his country.
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Ricardo's Paralympic Journey
Ricardo Fernández Tio has achieved great success in goalball at the Paralympic Games. These games are a huge international event where athletes from all over the world compete.
Atlanta 1996: First Bronze
Ricardo first competed in goalball at the 1996 Summer Paralympics held in Atlanta, USA. His team played very well and earned a bronze medal. This was a fantastic achievement for him and for Spain.
Sydney 2000: Another Bronze
Four years later, Ricardo again represented Spain at the 2000 Summer Paralympics in Sydney, Australia. Once more, his goalball team showed their skill and teamwork. They won another bronze medal, proving their consistent performance at the highest level.
About Goalball
Goalball is a unique and exciting sport. It is played by two teams of three players each. The game is played on a court similar to a volleyball court.
How Goalball is Played
Players wear eye shades to make sure everyone has the same level of vision. The ball used in goalball has bells inside it. This allows players to hear where the ball is moving. Players try to throw the ball into the opponent's goal. The other team tries to block the ball using their bodies. It is a very fast-paced and strategic game.
The Importance of Sound
Because players cannot see, sound is very important in goalball. Players must be quiet during the game so that the athletes can hear the ball. They also listen for the movements of the opposing team. This makes goalball a thrilling sport that relies on hearing and teamwork.
See also
- In Spanish: Ricardo Fernández Tió para niños
