Hoops player Anderson, swimmer Roxon named Canada’s Paralympic flag-bearers in Paris

PARIS — Basketball player Patrick Anderson and swimmer Katarina Roxon have been named Canada’s flag-bearers for the opening ceremonies of the Paralympic Games in Paris.

Anderson of Fergus, Ont., will compete in his sixth Paralympic Games.

The 45-year-old is considered one of the best wheelchair basketball players of all time. Anderson led Canada to three gold medals and a silver in previous appearances.

Roxon will be the first Canadian woman to compete in five Paralympic Games in swimming.