Sitting Volleyball

Edgar

Laforest

Paralympian 2016

Athlete Bio#

Height

6'1"

Age

Died (Aged 52)

1967-2020

Hometown

San Juan

Education

University of Puerto Rico, Biology, 1991

Quick Facts
  • Says the craziest thing he has ever done was swimming with sharks
  • He has three daughters: Kiara, Eileen, and Keymarie.
Career Highlights
  • 2015: Parapan American Games (Silver)
  • 2011: Parapan American Games (Silver); Sarajevo Open
  • 2010: WOVD World Cup (5th Place)
  • 2009: Parapan American Championship (Gold)
  • 2007: Parapan American Games (Silver)
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  • MOST NOTABLE
  • Has medaled at the Parapan American Games three times (1 Gold, 2x Silver)
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  • DID YOU KNOW
  • Edgar was permanently injured when he was struck by a drunk driver
Paralympic Experience
  • 1-time Paralympian;
    • Paralympic Games Rio de Janeiro 2016, 8th (Team - Men)
World Championship Experience
  • Most recent: 2014 – 10th (Team - Men)
  • Years of participation: Team - Men 2014
  • Top finish: 10th – 2014 (Team - Men)
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