Created in 1998, the US Disabled Sailing Team (USDST) annually recognizes the top three teams in the classes chosen for the upcoming Paralympic Games. Qualifying for the USDST indicates that the athlete or team may be a serious contender to represent the United States at the next Games.

The 2008 Paralympic Games are scheduled for September 6-17, 2008 in Beijing, China. The Paralympic Regatta will be held in Qingdao, a coastal city located 430 miles east of Beijing.

www.ussailing.org/swsn

Launch Date : 2007-02-04