Swimmer losing sight, but gains insight

2008 Paralympic Games: Dupree has eyes on the prize Tucker Dupree, swimming the butterfly during practice at the Triangle Aquatic Center, has a chance to win at the Paralympic Games in September. For more information on either of the athletes or the 2008 Paralympics, go to Elexis Gillette's Web site at www.nostoppinnow.com or Tucker Dupree's site at tuckerdupree.com. Swimmer losing sight, but gains insight Tim Stevens, Staff WriterComment on this story Swimmer Tucker Dupree of Garner, who in the past year has lost most of his vision, says he is amazed by the athletes at paralympic competitions. He marvels at the Chinese backstroker who holds himself in position at the start with a towel clinched between his teeth, and by the swimmer from Norway who competes despite the loss of her left leg and arm. He's been at a meet with a... [read full story]