Biography
Started: She began playing wheelchair basketball at age 22 in 2022 in Fredericton, NB, Canada. (Athlete, 27 Aug 2024; cbc.ca, 26 Oct 2023)
Reason: Her recreational therapist introduced her to Sally Hutt, the executive director at Parasport New Brunswick in Canada. Hutt then put Desiree in contact with wheelchair basketball coach Clary Stubbert, who recognised her potential in the sport. (paralympic.ca, 19 Nov 2023)
Ambition: To compete at the 2024 Paralympic Games in Paris. (paralympic.ca, 16 Apr 2024; acadienouvelle.com, 27 Apr 2024)
Awards: She was named in the All-Star team at the 2024 Canadian Wheelchair Basketball League [CWBL] Women's National Championship in Ottawa, ON, Canada. (sirc.ca, 24 Mar 2024)
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Personal Details
GenderFemale
Birth DateDecember 10, 1999
OccupationAthlete, Communications Professional
EducationBusiness Administration - University of New Brunswick, Canada
Languages SpokenEnglish, French
CoachMichele Sung [national]
Highlights
| Rank | Event | Year | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ParaPan American Games | ||||
| 2 | Women | 2023 | Santiago, CHI | |
