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.
Sports And Service
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
