Paratriathlete Nominated for ESPY Award

By Liz Hichens
Published Jun 30, 2009

Ironman and Ultraman triathlete Jason Lester, a paratriathlete, has been nominated for a 2009 ESPY Award under the category of Best Male Athlete With A Disability.

Lester has one paralyzed arm and has completed in four Ironmans and two Ultramans. In the next five months, he will be competing in the Canada Ultraman, Hawaii Ironman World Championships (where he qualified w/the able body at Honu) and the Hawaii Ultraman World Championships.

To vote for Lester, visit ESPYS.tv. Remember, the voters decide who wins the ESPY.

Learn more about Lester in the video below:

You can learn more about Jason at Jasonplester.com.

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