Volleyball at the 2004 Summer Paralympics was staged at the Helliniko Fencing Hall from September 21 to September 27.
The sport is performed sitting down, on a smaller court and a lower net. There are separate men's and women's competitions.
The tournament brought Bosnia and Herzegovina their first ever Paralympic gold medal. Their team consisted of players injured in the War of 1992-95.
Read more about Volleyball At The 2004 Summer Paralympics: Men's Tournament, Team Lists, Women's Tournament
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