Shahla Behrouzirad

Reason: She was encouraged to practise sports by her family and was involved in Para athletics before starting Para canoe sprint. "Paddling in a canoe and being in the water gives a special peace to human beings. When I paddle on the water, I forget all my mental issues." (khorbaran.ir, 12 Oct 2020; iranwire.com, 15 Nov 2017) Ambition: To win a medal at the 2024 Paralympic Games in Paris. (isna.ir, 17 May 2023) Additional Info: EDUCATION AND FUTURE PLANS She holds a master's degree in accounting and plans to pursue a doctorate if she wins a medal at the 2024 Paralympic Games. She also aspires to become a coach and musician after retiring from competitive sport. "I would really like to continue my studies in accounting or physical education, but because all my time is spent with the national team, I don't have enough time to continue my studies. However, if I win a medal at the Paralympic Games, I will continue my studies at the doctorate level. If the conditions are right, after retiring from competitive sport, I would like to become a coach of the national team and share my experiences with other athletes. Apart from sport, I am very interested in music. I would like to become a musician after retiring." (isna.ir, 17 May 2023; khorbaran.ir, 12 Oct 2020)