Former Paralympian Nathan Stephens is aiming to help the next generation of Welsh disability athletes.
The 27-year-old was the F57/58 javelin world champion and record holder going into the London 2012 Paralympics but his throwing style was judged illegal.
The rule changes meant he was no longer able to compete at the top level, so he has now taken a coaching role with the Disability Sport Wales Academy.
“Being a coach is a lot different from being an athlete,” Stephens said.
In his new position as Talent Officer, Stephens – who also represented Great Britain at sledge hockey – now works alongside his former coach Anthony Hughes.
“I’ve already apologised to Anthony for how I used to wind him up in sessions!” Stephens told the Sport Wales website. “I’ve promised him I now realise why he used to put me through some of those painful training sessions.
