# @usparatf on Instagram

- **Type:** Video
- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/DbHdn47IaW5
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/68282198-usparatf-instagram
- **Thumbnail:** https://img.gondola.cc/tr:w-,h-,fo-auto/postThumbnails/e30a275297.jpg
- **Posted:** 2026-07-23T01:17:38.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** U.S. Paralympics Track & Field (@usparatf) — https://gondola.cc/usparatf

## Caption

“I want people to feel seen, heard and valid.” ❤️

Two-time Paralympian bhatz_track hopes that as more people discover the Paralympic movement, they don’t just watch world-class competition—they better understand the elite athletes behind it.

For her, greater exposure leads to greater understanding, respect and opportunity for the next generation. 👏

## Stats

- **Views:** 262,898
- **Likes:** 6,704
- **Shares:** 0
- **Comments:** 40

## Credits

| Name | Username | Profile | Role |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Maddie Avillar | @maddie.av | https://gondola.cc/maddie.av | Editor |
| Maddie Avillar | @maddie.av | https://gondola.cc/maddie.av | Videographer |

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