2005 Southeast Asian Games - 3rd ASEAN ParaGames

3rd ASEAN ParaGames

The 3rd ASEAN ParaGames were held in Manila from December 14 to December 20, 2005. This was the sporting event earmarked for physically challenged athletes in the Southeast Asian regional level. The ParaGames are held after every Southeast Asian Games (patterned after the Paralympics traditionally held days after the Olympic Games). Most of the events were held at the Rizal Memorial Sports Complex. Some new sports for the athletes were introduced and demonstrated by both foreign and local participants.