Long-time London Aquatic Club Paralympian Adam Purdy was inducted into the Ontario Aquatic Hall of Fame on Saturday, September 23.
Purdy was recognized as one of Canada’s pioneers in para-swimming, having competed in three Paralympic Games (1996 Atlanta, 2000 Sydney, 2004 Athens), as well as five World Championships over the course of his career.
Adam started swimming with LAC in 1993 at the age of 12, and in 2000 he swam to Paralympic gold medals and world records in the 100m backstroke and 400m medley relay. After competing at the 2006 World Championships in South Africa, Adam retired from swimming to pursue a career outside the pool and raise his young family.
But the bug caught him in 2013, and he decided to start training again, with the goal of racing in front of his family and friends at the 2015 Para Pan-Am Games in Toronto. At those Games, Adam won one silver and two bronze medals. He cited this accomplishment, in particular winning a bronze medal for his son on his 5th birthday, as equalling his performances from Sydney in 2000.
Congratulations, Adam, on a great swimming career!
The London Aquatic Club is committed to providing opportunities for all children to pursue their competitive swimming dreams.
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