At the Sochi 2014 Paralympic Winter Games, para snowboarding stepped onto the Paralympic stage for the very first time. Before the race, athletes prepared their gear, shared quiet words, and waited for a moment no one had experienced before. As the gate opened, history began. The first rider dropped in, the course came alive, and para snowboarding officially became part of the Paralympic Games. This video captures the moments leading up to that historic start and the first athlete to cross the finish line. Every sport has a beginning. This was the one for para snowboarding. ❄️ Don’t miss Para ice hockey at Milano Cortina 2026! 🎟 Get your tickets now at Tickets.MilanoCortina2026.org 💫 #ChangeStartsWithSport #Paralympics #ParaSnowboard #Sochi2014 #Snowboarding The International Paralympic Committee's vision is to make for an inclusive world through Para sport. Our mission is to lead the Paralympic Movement, oversee the delivery of the Paralympic Games and support members to enable ...