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Adaptive Sports is not just a game changer; it’s a life changer!
July 2, 2024
— Retired Army Sgt. First Class Gabi Cha, a two-time Warrior Games athlete and participant in the 2022 Invictus Games, emphasizes the transformative power of adaptive sports for wounded, ill, or injured servicemembers. Competing at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Orlando, Cha celebrates the magic of the Warrior Games held at Disney. Despite severe injuries from her 2007 deployment in Baghdad, resulting in multiple surgeries and right leg paralysis, Cha has triumphed in adaptive sports, earning multiple medals. She reflects on the life-changing impact of adaptive sports, particularly during challenging times such as the recent loss of her mother and grandmother. As a mentor and medalist in track, cycling, and field events, Cha continues to inspire and support fellow athletes, focusing on her future endeavors in sit-skiing, bobsledding, wheelchair rugby, and hand cycling marathons...
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Adaptive sports helped me have a routine
June 29, 2024
— Army Specialist Alexis Pantoja's journey of recovery and resilience is nothing short of miraculous. After suffering a traumatic brain injury from a bicycle hit-and-run accident on September 24, 2022, Pantoja was in a coma for ten days and had to relearn basic skills such as walking, talking, and writing. His rehabilitation included participation in adaptive sports at the Fort Bliss Soldier Recovery Unit (SRU), which helped him establish a daily routine and regain his abilities. Now a competitor in the Department of Defense Warrior Games in Orlando, Florida, Pantoja reflects on his remarkable progress and the importance of adaptive sports in his recovery. Although he will not return to duty due to his medical condition, Pantoja proudly represents Team Army in field, track, and rowing events. His story highlights the power of perseverance, routine, and the support of a dedicated community, inspiring others with similar challenges to strive for a positive outcome...
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Anybody who wants to try an adaptive sport should just do it!
June 26, 2024
— Retired Army Spc. Michael Villagran, who lost his right leg after stepping on a bomb in Afghanistan in 2012, has found recovery and resilience through adaptive sports. Despite the challenges, he embraced adaptive sports, leading to significant improvement over time. Villagran competes in the 2024 Department of Defense Warrior Games in events such as wheelchair rugby and sitting volleyball, demonstrating his determination and hard work. His journey from limb salvage attempts to choosing amputation showcases his tenacity. Villagran's participation aims to inspire others facing medical challenges to explore adaptive sports. Supported by his three daughters, he prepares to represent the U.S. in the upcoming Invictus Winter Games. Villagran appreciates the camaraderie among his fellow athletes and is proud of Team Army's achievements...
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I’m going to push through to put my team on top!
June 25, 2024
— U.S. Army Spc. Janmiguel Torres-Cruz is competing at the 2024 Department of Defense Warrior Games at Disney’s ESPN Wide World of Sports. Selected for Team Army after the 2024 Army Trials, Torres-Cruz is enthusiastic about participating in rugby, volleyball, and basketball. He helped Team Army secure their first-ever bronze in wheelchair rugby, showcasing the impact of adaptive sports on his recovery from severe knee and back injuries sustained during a deployment to Poland. Medically retired and now a full-time student in Puerto Rico, Torres-Cruz credits adaptive sports and the Army Recovery Care Program for transforming his mentality and aiding his physical and mental health. Engaged and planning a wedding, he remains passionate about sports, which continue to inspire and motivate him...
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Team Army Sgt. 1st Class Jack Peko: “I’m giving hope to those with a stroke”
June 24, 2024
— U.S. Army Sgt. First Class Jack Peko, who suffered a stroke in November 2022, is now recovering at the Ft. Riley Kansas Soldier Recovery Unit (SRU) and competing in the 2024 Department of Defense Warrior Games. Learning about adaptive sports at the SRU, Peko represents Team Army in Orlando, using his experiences to inspire others with similar conditions. Despite using a wheelchair and working on his speech, he medaled in the precision air rifle competition and looks forward to competing in shot put and discus. Peko's wife, Gloriah, and their children support his journey, emphasizing the importance of adaptive sports in recovery and resilience...
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Team Army and Team Australia - A Cancer connect and friends for life
June 23, 2024
— At the 2024 Department of Defense Warrior Games in Orlando, U.S. Army Capt. Hannah Wright and Australia Army Sgt. Emily Lahey formed an instant bond after discovering they both had cancer diagnoses during a chance meeting in the ladies' room. Lahey, on long-term medical leave due to terminal cancer, and Wright, a recent ovarian cancer survivor, found camaraderie and support in each other's stories. Both emphasized the importance of a positive mindset and participating in adaptive sports as part of their recovery. Despite ongoing treatments, they are committed to living fully and appreciating their ability to compete, with Wright winning bronze in powerlifting. Their newfound friendship exemplifies the unifying power of shared experiences and resilience...
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Team Army Staff Sgt. Derrick Thompson: “This is redemption year”
June 23, 2024
— Staff Sgt. Derrick Thompson views this year's Warrior Games in Orlando with greater preparedness and determination compared to last year's Warrior Games Challenge in San Diego. After being diagnosed with life-threatening diabetes three years ago and undergoing recovery at the Joint Base San Antonio Soldier Recovery Unit, Thompson participated cautiously last year. This year, he is fully committed, aiming for redemption, and has already won gold in the men’s 200-meter and silver in the 100-meter track events. Thompson is also competing in multiple sports, including cycling, archery, and wheelchair basketball. Beyond sports, he recently welcomed his third child and is preparing for retirement. His focus on health, bolstered by the Army Recovery Care Program and his SRU, has been crucial in his recovery. Embracing his new normal with positivity and gratitude, Thompson is motivated to be his best for his family and team, playfully confident about Team Army's success...
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Spc. Noah Strunk: “Warriors are always ready to go, and I am.”
June 20, 2024
— Army Spc. Noah Strunk is competing in the 2024 Department of Defense Warrior Games as he prepares to medically retire from the Army on June 28th. Strunk, a field artillery radar operator, joined the Army with plans to serve for twenty years but sustained a severe knee injury in 2022, leading to multiple surgeries and his participation in the Army Recovery Care Program. Adaptive sports became a crucial part of his recovery, giving him a new purpose and helping him overcome depression. Strunk's passion for the Army remains strong, and he is determined to excel in swimming, track, and cycling at the Warrior Games, viewing this competition as a continuation of his journey rather than its end...
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