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Coach Brian Loeffler helps Cortney Jordan onto the starting block during an Aug. 10 practice at Loyola University Maryland in Baltimore. Jordan is a Loyola graduate student and a member of the National Paralympic team. (Kevin J. Parks/CR Staff)
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Brad Snyder, a blinded Navy veteran, prepares for a recent practice session at Loyola University Maryland. Snyder, a former gold medalist in the 2012 Paralympic London Games, will compete on Team USA’s Paralympic squad. (Kevin J. Parks/CR Staff)
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