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Bradley Emmerson
Sport: Sled Hockey
Height: 5'11"
Weight: 160 lbs.
Birthdate: Dec. 16, 1985
Birthplace: Kenmore, New York
Hometown: Amherst, New York
Disability: Cerebral palsy in legs
Photo by Tom Kimmell (Tom Kimmell Photography)

Personal Profile:
A member of the National Team since 2003, Emmerson got his chance to compete at his first Paralympic Winter Games in 2006, and was a major contributor for the bronze medal-winning squad. Emmerson tied for second on the team in scoring (two goals, three assists) and in plus/minus rating (+4).

In addition to his years on the national team, the 19-year-old Emmerson has spent six years with the Buffalo Freeze sled hockey club.  He will attend the University of Buffalo in the fall, and said he would like to find a profession that involves working with children after receiving his degree. 
Major Achievements:
  • 2006 - Bronze medal - Paralympic Winter Games
  • 2004 - Silver medal - IPC Ice Sledge Hockey World Championships
  • 2003 - Named member of U.S. Paralympics Sled Hockey National Team
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