Sports And Service
Female Athletes Who Have Served Their Country
Here are just some of, but definitely not all, the female athletes who have served in the United States Military.
‘The Role That I Have Now Is My Way To Serve Out Of Uniform’: How The 5k Frogman Swim Honors Fallen Navy SEALs
The 5k Frogman Swim Series features swimmers and kayakers who compete in an open water race to help raise money for the Navy SEAL Foundation. Organized by Geoff Leard, active duty, veterans, and civilians participate every year in Tampa, Boston, and San Francisco.
Allison Brager: ‘Unraveling’ The Brains Of Athletes And Military Members Alike
GoodSport spoke with author Allison Brager to discuss her journey through life and her book, Meathead: Unraveling the Athletic Brain.
Meet The Real-Life Soldiers-Turned-Coaches Who Are Changing The Future
Here are the stories of just a few superwomen who’ve taken action and used the skills they learned in Soldiers to Sidelines to make a difference. The post Meet The Real-Life Soldiers-Turned-Coaches Who Are Changing The Future appeared first on GoodSport.
Wounded Veteran Turned Paralympian Inspires Others Through Power Of Choice
Iraqi War veteran Melissa Stockwell found a new passion in sports after her life-changing injury. She tells all in her new book, The Power Of Choice. The post Wounded Veteran Turned Paralympian Inspires Others Through Power Of Choice appeared first on GoodSport.
Meet The Army Veteran Who Is Tackling Her Next Life Chapter – Coaching Football
Cherre Marshall moved from the battlefield to the football field thanks to the Soldiers To Sidelines program. The post Meet The Army Veteran Who Is Tackling Her Next Life Chapter – Coaching Football appeared first on GoodSport.
Running To Renewal
Amanda Burrill is a United States Navy veteran who returned to her first love, running, to aid recovery from traumatic brain injury. She was kind enough to share her story with us. The post Running To Renewal appeared first on GoodSport.
Catch A Lift Fund Helps Rejuvenate A War Hero
The Catch A Lift fund helps Melissa Leuck overcome the physical and mental injuries she suffered during her military service, while also providing support and a close community. The post Catch A Lift Fund Helps Rejuvenate A War Hero appeared first on GoodSport.
This Army Intelligence Officer Is Hoping To Slide Her Way To The Olympics
A patriot through and through, Megan Henry hopes to compete for her country in the next Winter Olympic games. The post This Army Intelligence Officer Is Hoping To Slide Her Way To The Olympics appeared first on GoodSport.
Former Army Sergeant Forgoes Olympics To Pursue A Professional Dream
Rianna Rios, a former sergeant in the U.S. Army, has two passions in life: serving her country and her boxing career. The post Former Army Sergeant Forgoes Olympics To Pursue A Professional Dream appeared first on GoodSport.
This Army Veteran Overcame Disability To Go Gold
Wounded during battle, Elizabeth Marks rises to win a Paralympic gold medal for the country she fought for. The post This Army Veteran Overcame Disability To Go Gold appeared first on GoodSport.
A Veteran’s Journey From Losing A Limb In Iraq To Paralympic Glory
After losing a leg on the battlefield, Melissa Stockwell turned adversity into triumph and became an elite athlete. The post A Veteran’s Journey From Losing A Limb In Iraq To Paralympic Glory appeared first on GoodSport.
An Athlete’s Journey From The Army To The Olympic Podium
How the National Guard helped one of the best athletes in America achieve Olympic glory. The post An Athlete’s Journey From The Army To The Olympic Podium appeared first on GoodSport.
MMA Fighter Channels Military Experience Into Sport
Women's Mixed Martial Arts pioneer Liz Carmouche served three tours in Iraq before taking part in the UFC’s first ever women’s bout in 2013. The post MMA Fighter Channels Military Experience Into Sport appeared first on GoodSport.