Olson is adamant in his support of Pistorius. "Absolutely, because he has to overcome just as much as anybody else does, if not more."

He's hoping to follow the same path and qualify not in Paralympic shooting but Olympic shooting events at the 2012 London Games.

"As far as when I wear my prosthetic when I shoot, it helps me get a good solid position for shooting and makes me more consistent," he said. "And that's what shooting is all about — being consistent and doing the same thing right every time.

"Eventually, someone could come up to me and say, 'Well, he's using something to hold himself up, a prop if you will,'" Olson continued. "But, for the lack of a better term, try to put yourself in my shoes or any amputee's shoes — they have to overcome a lot just to get out of bed in the morning and put their leg or legs on. Definitely, people should take that into consideration."

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