Warrior Games

Warrior Games

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The U.S. Marine Corps Wounded Warrior Regiment will host the third annual Marine Corps Trials for wounded, ill and injured Marines March 1-6.
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Army Secretary John M. McHugh speaks with Army cycling team members Tim Patterson and Juan Soto before the beginning of the 2012 Warrior Games in Colorado Springs, Colo., May 1, 2012. U.S. Army photo by Sgt. 1st Class Raymond Piper

Story by Warrior Transition Command Edited by Erin Wittkop, Defense Media Activity The 2013 Warrior Games are slated for May 11-17, Colorado Springs, Colo. More than 200 wounded, ill and injured service members and veterans are expected to participate in …
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“I lost my leg in Afghanistan.  Stepped on an IED.” “I was struck in the head with an ax.” “I was shot by a sniper in the face.” The “how did you get here” stories of the wounded warriors competing in this …
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Warrior Games is an Olympic-style event open to all wounded, ill and injured military members and veterans. This year’s event are scheduled to take place April 30 through May 5 in Colorado Springs, Colo. Here’s a small peek at the …
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Every morning when Chess Johnson wakes up, he does what he likes to call, “the dirty thirty,” or 30 push-ups, pull-ups, dips, lunges, squats and back exercises. A former infantryman, physical fitness and mental toughness were traits drilled into him …
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