JACKSONVILLE, Fla., June 21,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Wounded Warrior
Project® (WWP) is supporting the Department of Defense
Warrior Games as a Platinum sponsor. More than 200 athletes from
U.S. military branches will participate with athletes from
international ally nations at the Games June
21-30 in Orlando. Over 90
of the U.S. athletes are registered warriors with WWP™.
"Wounded Warrior Project is incredibly honored to sponsor one of
the most prestigious and spirited competitions in the military
community," said WWP CEO Lt. Gen. (Ret.) Walt Piatt. "The 2024 Warrior Games represent
the biggest stage in military adaptive sports and showcase the
bravery and resilience of our nation's heroes. We're proud to help
support their journey to mental and physical wellness – something
Wounded Warrior Project works to cultivate among warriors every
day."
Many of the WWP-registered warriors participating in the Warrior
Games were first introduced to modified athletic opportunities
through WWP's Adaptive Sports, Physical Health and Wellness, and
Soldier Ride® programs. Warriors who adopt healthier
habits through these programs see improvements in chronic
conditions, their support system and mental wellness, and an
increase in overall quality of life. WWP's Warrior
Survey concluded that more than half of WWP's warriors
use physical activity as a tool to cope with stress or mental
health concerns.
Army veteran and wounded warrior Corine
Hamilton is competing in Warrior Games for the second time.
She credits WWP for playing a significant role in her post-service
recovery.
"Wounded Warrior Project is big for me because I'm still
connected with everyone who supported me from the very beginning,"
said Corine, who is competing in cycling, field, powerlifting, and
track in the Warrior Games. "I was locked in a room. I was in a
wheelchair and didn't want to go outside. Wounded Warrior Project
reintroduced me to society and brought me back to my community –
and they haven't left my side since. They don't leave you!"
First held in 2010, Warrior Games celebrates the resiliency and
dedication of wounded, ill, and injured active-duty and veteran
U.S. military service members. It now includes athletes from
international allied nations as well. The event features adaptive
sports, including archery, cycling, precision shooting, sitting
volleyball, swimming, track and field, wheelchair basketball,
wheelchair rugby, indoor rowing, powerlifting, and golf as an
exhibition. Learn more about the Warrior Games.
About Wounded Warrior Project
Since 2003, Wounded
Warrior Project® (WWP) has been meeting the growing
needs of warriors, their families, and caregivers — helping them
achieve their highest ambition. Learn how the organization supports
veterans and service members.
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