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Fort Bend teen with rare condition hopes to represent Team USA in 2028 Paralympics
Summary by The Houston Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Randy McIlvoy , Click2Houston KPRC2 Local
· July 22, 2026
· 2 min read
Inside the Twin Tigers Badminton facility in Missouri City, future stars of the sport are hard at work. One of them is Maulik Kaushik, a 17-year-old who will soon be a senior at Fort Bend ISD’s Ridge Point High School. Kaushik was diagnosed at birth with achondroplasia, a form of dwarfism that af...
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Key takeaway One of them is Maulik Kaushik, a 17-year-old who will soon be a senior at Fort Bend ISD’s Ridge Point High School.
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Maulik Kaushik's pursuit of representing Team USA in the 2028 Paralympics has significant implications for the local community. As a student in Fort Bend ISD, Kaushik's achievements can inspire other students with disabilities to explore their own athletic potential. The Houston area, with its diverse population and strong sports culture, can provide a supportive environment for athletes like Kaushik to thrive. His participation in international tournaments, including the upcoming event in Brazil, can also raise awareness about adaptive sports and promote inclusivity in local sports programs. Furthermore, Kaushik's success can have a ripple effect, encouraging other schools in the Houston Independent School District to develop programs that cater to students with disabilities, fostering a more inclusive and diverse sports landscape in the region. Kaushik's journey serves as a testament to the power of determination and hard work, and his local roots make his story all the more compelling for Houstonians.
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Category: schools ·
Published: July 22, 2026 ·
Source: Click2Houston KPRC2 Local ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? Inside the Twin Tigers Badminton facility in Missouri City, future stars of the sport are hard at work. One of them is Maulik Kaushik, a 17-year-old who will soon be a senior at Fort Bend ISD’s Ridge Point High School. Kaushik was diagnosed at birth with achondroplasia, a form of dwarfism that af...
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