U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Allison Smith prepares to pass the ball during the opening round of wheelchair basketball games on July 19, 2025. The DoD Warrior Games are designed to enhance the recovery journeys of wounded, ill, and injured service members and veterans outside of traditional therapy settings, bringing the community together for recovery in real time. The nine-day event features 175 athletes competing in 11 adaptive sporting events from July 18–26, 2025. (U.S. Army photo by 1st Lt. Alicia Mazzante)