National Wheelchair Basketball Association Champions

2007, 2006, 2005, 2003, 2000, 1999, 1998, 1997

It's ability, not disability that counts

#32 Raul Ortega

Raul Ortega - An unselfish ballplayer with great shooting range and court presence, Raul is perhaps the most complete player in the NWBA. He can serve both as defensive stopper and as a first offensive option for a team. He has been a member of the Mexican National Team for 10 consecutive years.

Born: Mexico City, Mexico on March 22, 1971
Lives: Mexico City, Mexico
Work: Owner, Lynx Wheelchair Manufacturing
Disability: Post-poliomyelitis, age 2

In his spare time: Raul enjoys building construction and has built several homes.

Admires: His mother

Other talents: Carpenter

Pets: Laika (German Shepard), and Kitty (Golden Retreiver)

Best team basketball moment: 3 peat championship games

Best personal basketball moment: Semi-final game vs. Illinois when we were down by 16 pts. and I got in and contributed 12 pts. I also played well on defense.

Sponsored by: Lynx Wheelchairs