Navy Region Southwest's Navy Wounded Warrior of the Month - March 2023

Congratulations to UT2 Ashley Franklin for being named Warrior of the Month in Navy Region Southwest for March 2023.

Athlete Spotlight - William "Erik" Crews: Keep Moving Forward

LT William "Erik" Crews (Ret.) has not let two major spine injuries slow him down. He's turned his passion for running into cycling and will represent Team USA at the 2023 Invictus Games.

NWW in the News: Adaptive Sports Intro Camp in The Flagship

The Norfolk Flagship published a story about Navy Wounded Warrior's adaptive sports intro camp at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam in February 2023.

Athlete Spotlight – Suzanne Brown: Heart of the Team

CAPT Suzanne Brown (Ret.) was named Heart of the Team during the 2022 Department of Defense Warrior Games. She will soon represent Team USA during the Invictus Games in Germany. She's an avid swimmer and participates in adaptive sports programs with her service dog, Holli Ann.

Briefing MARMC Command on Navy Wounded Warrior's benefits

Navy Wounded Warrior staff from Navy Region Mid-Atlantic briefed the Mid-Atlantic Maritime Regional Maintenance Center (MARMC) commanding officer and command master chief. As a result, 12 Sailors assigned to MARMC and currently going through the Disability Evaluation System started the NWW enrollment process.

NWW in the News: Surface SITREP Profiles 2022 Wounded Warrior of the Year

In their Winter 2022 edition, Surface Navy Association featured OS1 Travis Wyatt on page 5 of Surface SITREP. Wyatt was named as the 2022 Wounded Warrior of the Year by Navy Safe Harbor Foundation.

NWW in the News: SOFREP Pic of the Day

Navy Wounded Warrior's January intro camp for the adaptive sports program was highlighted in the Pic of the Day on SOFREP.

March 2023 Adaptive Sports Team Trials

Navy Wounded Warrior continues its 2023 Road to the Warrior Games Challenge with Adaptive Sports Team Trials to select the Sailors and Coast Guardsmen who will represent Team Navy at the 2023 Warrior Games Challenge.

Invictus Games 2023 Team US

Eleven Sailors and Coast Guardsmen have been named to Team U.S., representing the Department of Defense in the 2023 Invictus Games in Dusseldorf, Germany.

2023 DoD Warrior Games Challenge at NAS North Island

Army’s Training and Doctrine Command, host of the Department of Defense (DoD) Warrior Games, will introduce the Warrior Games Challenge in June 2023, taking place at Naval Air Station North Island in San Diego, Calif.

February 2023 Adaptive Sports Camp

Navy Wounded Warrior continues its 2023 Road to the Warrior Games Challenge with an introductory adaptive sports camp 5 - 11 February at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam in Honolulu, Hawaii.

January 2023 Adaptive Sports Camp

Navy Wounded Warrior kicks off its 2023 Road to the Warrior Games Challenge with an in-person adaptive sports camp 8 - 14 January at Naval Base Ventura County (NBVC) Port Hueneme, Calif.

Family Newsletter - Fall 2022 Edition

Check out the Fall 2022 Edition of the Navy Wounded Warrior's Family Newsletter! --- October - December 2022

Navy Region Southwest's Navy Wounded Warrior of the Month – October 2022

Congratulations to MA2 Robert Orr! He was selected as Navy Region Southwest's Navy Wounded Warrior of the Month for October 2022.

November 2022 Adaptive Sports Camp

As part of Warrior Care Month in November, Navy Wounded Warrior is hosting an in-person adaptive sports camp in Springfield, Virginia, near the Nation's Capital.

Navy Region Southwest's Navy Wounded Warrior of the Month – August 2022

Congratulations to LT Rosanna Barrera! She was selected as Navy Region Southwest's Navy Wounded Warrior of the Month for August 2022.

Family Newsletter - Summer 2022 Edition

Check out the Summer 2022 Edition of the Navy Wounded Warrior's Family Newsletter! --- July - September 2022

Team Navy Road to the DoD Warrior Games Featured Sport: Cycling

DoD Warrior Games Featured Sport: Cycling |From the DoD Warrior Games events to the sport’s origin, here is a list of four facts to know about the sport.

Team Navy Road to the DoD Warrior Games Featured Sport: Archery

DoD Warrior Games Featured Sport: Archery | From the types of bows to sports origin, here is a list of facts to know about the sport.

Team Navy Road to the DoD Warrior Games Featured Sport: Sitting Volleyball

DoD Warrior Games Featured Sport: Sitting Volleyball | From the sport’s origin to explaining why one team member wears a different color jersey, here is a list of four facts to know about the sport.

Team Navy Road to the DoD Warrior Games Featured Sport: Golf

DoD Warrior Games Featured Sport: Field | From an overview of golf’s origins to your chances of getting a hole-in-one, here is a list of six facts to know about the sport.

Team Navy Road to the DoD Warrior Games Featured Sport: Powerlifting

DoD Warrior Games Featured Sport: Powerlifting | From the sport’s Paralympic Games history to explaining the difference between weightlifting and powerlifting, here is a list of four facts to know about the sport.

Team Navy Road to the DoD Warrior Games Featured Sport: Indoor Rowing

DoD Warrior Games Featured Sport: Indoor Rowing | From an overview of indoor rowing’s origins to competition style, here is a list of five facts to know about the sport.

Team Navy Road to the DoD Warrior Games Featured Sport: Shooting

DoD Warrior Games Featured Sport: Shooting | From the sport’s Paralympic Games history to explaining the competition style, here is a list of three facts to know about the sport.

Team Navy Road to the DoD Warrior Games Featured Sport: Field

DoD Warrior Games Featured Sport: Field | From the explaining the term athletics to the Paralympic Games history, here is a list of five facts to know about the sport.

Team Navy Road to the DoD Warrior Games Featured Sport: Swimming

DoD Warrior Games Featured Sport: Swimming | From the explaining the sport’s Paralympic Games history to the different types of starts, here is a list of six facts to know about the sport.

Navy Region Southwest Selected March 2022’s Navy Wounded Warrior of the Month

Join us in congratulating LCDR (Ret.) Jeffery Dewey. Dewey was selected as the Navy Wounded Warrior of the Month by Navy Region Southwest for March 2022.

Family Newsletter - Spring 2022 Edition

Check out the Spring 2022 Edition of the Navy Wounded Warrior's Family Newsletter! --- April - June 2022

Navy Region Southwest's Navy Wounded Warrior of the Month - February 2022

Join us in congratulating ITC Deatrice Sumlin! Sumlin was selected as the Navy Wounded Warrior of the Month by Navy Region Southwest for February 2022.

Navy Region Southwest's Navy Wounded Warrior of the Month - January 2022

Join us in congratulating MA2 Shana Connell! Connell was selected as the Navy Wounded Warrior of the Month by Navy Region Southwest for January 2022.

Athlete Spotlight – Angela Everett: Empathic and Gracious

QMC (Ret.) Angela Everett said, “I joined the Navy because I wanted to fulfill one of the missions my grandmother had for me. She wanted me to be of service to people… I wanted that for myself, too.”

Athlete Spotlight – Zachary Brown: Burning Rubber

SCPO (Ret.) Zachary “Zach” Brown joined the U.S. Navy in November 2003 and proudly served for over 17 years. Brown’s official retirement date occurred during the 2021 Team Navy Training Camp, held July 26 through August 3 at Port Hueneme, California. “It’s good to be among people that get it,” he expressed.

Athlete Spotlight – John McKinney: Still in the Fight

Freshman Team Navy athlete, IV John McKinney is a force to be reckoned with. Throughout his recovery journey, McKinney’s tenacity has helped him tackle obstacles head on.

Athlete Spotlight – Elizabeth Smith: Making a Splash

Veteran Team Navy athlete, AZ3 (Ret.) Elizabeth “Ellie” Smith expressed that since her diagnosis, she feels at home in the pool because it’s where she “feels the most normal.” She shared, “I am grateful that I can continue swimming at a competitive level through the adaptive sports program.”

Family Newsletter - Winter 2022 Edition

Check out the Winter 2022 Edition of the Navy Wounded Warrior's Family Newsletter! --- January - March 2022

Athlete Spotlight – Carlos Valerio: Paying It Forward

As a seasoned Team Navy athlete, HM1 (Ret.) Carlos Valerio understands the value of camaraderie necessary for wounded warriors. Valerio said that his goal is to help build a sense of brotherhood and sisterhood. He said, “When I am talking to new athletes, I tell them ‘You are part of a family now.’”

Athlete Spotlight – Daniel Clarke: Motivated to Adapt and Overcome

Navy Diver 2nd Class (Ret.) Daniel Clarke, describes himself as being adaptable. “The survivor isn’t necessarily the smartest person or the person that can do the most pushups. It’s the person that can adapt to any situation and thrive.”

Athlete Spotlight – Gabriel George: Finding Purpose Through Archery

HN (Ret.) Gabriel “Gabe” George. Dad. Navy Veteran. Amputee. Motivational doer.

Athlete Spotlight – Jacob Cox: Living Life to the Fullest

ME2 (Ret.) Jacob Cox’s determined mindset is showcased with his favorite quote by Eric Thomas, “When you want to breathe as much as you want to success, then you will be successful." Cox is committed and focused on his goals and strives to live actively instead of living passively.

Athlete Spotlight – Michael Diaz: A Lesson in Being Persistence

HM3 Michael “Mike” Diaz describes himself as persistent, as he obstinately stays on course in spite of life’s difficulties.

Athlete Spotlight – Pou Pou: The Gentle Giant

Veteran Team Navy athlete IT1 (Ret.) Pou Pou may look like a rough-around-the-edges kind of guy, but those who know him consider him a gentle giant.

Athlete Spotlight – Austin Parker: Recovery Through Athletics

Seasoned Team Navy athlete, AD1 (Ret.) Austin Parker shares how the Navy Wounded Warrior adaptive sports program has helped in his recovery journey.

Athlete Spotlight – Richard Fernandez: Finding Comfort on and off the Court

Team Navy athlete, Senior Chief (Ret.) Richard Fernandez strives to find comfort on and off the field with the Navy Wounded Warrior’s adaptive sports program.

YN1 (Ret.) Lorraine Currow Receives Wounded Warrior of the Year Award

Congratulations to YN1 (Ret.) Lorraine Currow, who was selected as 2021 Navy Wounded Warrior of the Year by Navy Safe Harbor Foundation.

Navy Region Southwest's Navy Wounded Warrior of the Month – December 2020

Congratulations to AZC Tiffainy Casey! Casey was selected as Navy Region Southwest's Navy Wounded Warrior of the Month for December 2020.

2022 Adaptive Sports Camp

Calling all new enrollees. Navy Wounded Warrior will host several adaptive sports camp 2022. Register today!

Navy Region Southwest's Navy Wounded Warrior of the Month - October 2021

Congratulations to IT3 Basil Franklin! Franklin was selected as Navy Region Southwest's Navy Wounded Warrior of the Month for October 2021.

Navy Wounded Warrior RSMs and Families are in Good Hands

Former Marine Sgt. Dario Santana continues his life of service by serving as the Family Program manager at Navy Wounded Warrior headquarters

Family Newsletter - Fall 2021 Edition

Check out the Winter 2021 Edition of the Navy Wounded Warrior's Family Newsletter! --- October - December 2021

Navy Region Southwest's Navy Wounded Warrior of the Month - August 2021

Congratulations to ABE1 Christopher Bracey! Bracey was selected as Navy Region Southwest's Navy Wounded Warrior of the Month for August 2021.

2021 Military Adaptive Sports Virtual Challenge

Join us in cheering for Team Navy during the Military Adaptive Sports Virtual Challenge, September 13-17, 2021.

September is Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Month

September is National Spinal Cord Injury Month. In 2013, the U.S. Senate passed U.S. Senate Resolution 533, which designated September as National Spinal Cord Injury Month.

September is Suicide Prevention Month

“Reach Out” --- September is Suicide Prevention Month and September 10 is International Suicide Awareness Day.

Athlete Spotlight – Kenneth Bond: Authentically Himself

LCDR (Ret.) Kenneth Bond believes that authenticity is more than just being true to yourself. It’s how you face life – with dignity and courage, no matter the situation.

Athlete Spotlight – Ruben Valenzuela: Motivating Others with an Infectious Smile

Decorated Hospital Corpsman, HMC (Ret.) Ruben “Cooky” Valenzuela strives to motivate the people around him with his infectious smile and positive attitude.

Athlete Spotlight – Josh Laban: Calm Under Pressure

Veteran Team Navy athlete, UT2 (Ret.) Joshua “Josh” Laban has gone into each year’s “Road to the DoD Warrior Games” journey with a can-do attitude.

Athlete Spotlight – Suzanne Brown: Strength Through Determination and Willpower

CAPT (Ret.) Suzanne Brown made history when she joined the U.S. Coast Guard with her identical twin. They were the first set of female twins to join the Coast Guard Academy.

Athlete Spotlight – Abbie Johnson: Redefining Resiliency

MU3 (Ret.) Abbie Johnson isn’t just a DoD Warrior Games medalist or avid marathon runner, she also holds the 2021 Miss World America title. Johnson encourages active duty military and veterans to explore using adaptive sports in their recovery journey.

Celebrating Women’s Equality Day

She’s got grit! This Women’s Equality Day, join us in a round of applause for all of the woman, past and present, who are paving the way for future generations.

Athlete Spotlight – Jason “Rico” Reyes: Pushing Past Limits

Husband and father of two amazing children, FC3 (Ret.) Jason “Rico” Reyes isn’t letting anything stop him. Reyes constantly strives to push past perceived limitations.

Athlete Spotlight – Jarek Neczypor: Adventurous Mindset

“Adventure is worthwhile.” Aesop’s quote perfectly describes freshman Team Navy athlete, LTJG Jarek Neczypor.

Athlete Spotlight – Clay Grimstad: Stoic and Composed

Freshman Team Navy athlete, Clay Grimstad strives to live a fierce and strong life.

Athlete Spotlight – Joshua Cooke: Leaving It All Out on the Court

Everything happens for a reason, even if you don’t understand why. “Take every day as a blessing, and know that the big man upstairs gives his toughest challenges to his toughest people,” shared IC3 (Ret.) Joshua “Josh” Cooke.

Athlete Spotlight – Josh Connell: Cycle of Success

They are not hills; they are mounds of opportunity. LT (Ret.) Joshua “Josh” Connell isn’t stop after his bronze medal during the 2017 Department of Defense Warrior Games. He continues to use adaptive sports on his recovery journey.

2021 Department of Defense Warrior Games Update

Whether we are 6 feet apart or 1,000 miles away, Navy Wounded Warrior is here for you.

Athlete Spotlight – Frank Mmobuosi: Focusing on the Champion Within

One move. Make it work. Make it count. BM2 (Ret.) Frank Mmobuosi steps into the shot put ring, he gives the sport the grace, focus and power it deserves.

Team Navy Road to the Warrior Games Sport of the Week #11 – Wheelchair Basketball

Sport of the Week #11 - Four things to know about wheelchair basketball. From the explaining the sport’s origin and competition style, here are a list of four facts to know.

Athlete Spotlight – Donald Calero: Navigating Life’s Twist and Turns

Through the twist and turns of an ever-changing recovery journey, HM3 Donald Calero found new life when he joined the Navy Wounded Warrior family and started participating in the adaptive sports events.

Athlete Spotlight – Ruth Freeman: Turning Adversity into Triumph

IT1 Ruth Freeman is unstoppable. Few people can say they trained to represent Team Navy during the Department of Defense Warrior Games and trained to represent Team US during the Invictus games, during most of their pregnancy, while also battling cancer.

Athlete Spotlight – Alexis King: A True Warrior Spirit

YN3 (Ret.) Alexis King’s blue hair and outgoing personality are not the only reason she stands out in a crowd. King did not grow up playing sports, though her presence on the court paints a different picture.

Athlete Spotlight – Mario Ingram: Never Stop Moving Forward

Former MC3 Mario Ingram, a veteran Team Navy athlete, is a self-described “foodie,” with the mindset that it’s important to keep moving forward and focusing on personal goals, despite life’s obstacles.

Athlete Spotlight – Lorraine Currow: The Power of Perseverance

Lorraine Currow may be a freshman Team Navy athlete, but she is not newcomer to powerlifting. Currow sets her eyes on her personal best during the upcoming Warriors Games…successfully benching 200 pounds.

Team Navy Road to the Warrior Games Sport of the Week #10 – Track

Sport of the Week #10 - Four things to know about track. From the explaining the term athletics to the Paralympic Games history, here are a list of four facts to know.

Navy Region Southwest's Navy Wounded Warrior of the Month – July 2021

Congratulations to OS1 Martin Vories! Vories was selected as Navy Region Southwest's Navy Wounded Warrior of the Month for July 2021.

2021 Team Navy Road to the Warrior Games

Join us in cheering for Team Navy at the 2021 Warrior Games!

Family Newsletter - Summer 2021 Edition

Check out the Summer 2021 Edition of the Navy Wounded Warrior's Family Newsletter! --- July - September 2021

Tony Jungblut: A Warrior’s Story to Staying Resilient Through Life’s Obstacles

Tony Jungblut finds new life after 26 years in the US Navy through Navy Wounded Warrior. For Jungblut, the Navy Wounded Warrior program offered ways to stay active though adaptive sports and avenues to receive help and care during and after his transition to civilian life.

Caregiver Connection: Summer Events

Calling all Caregivers! Take a break and connect with other caregivers during our summer events.

Navy Wounded Warrior Enrollee Shares PTSD Journey

Information Systems Technician 2nd Class Tiffany Hamilton shares her personal story of her recovery journey with PTSD.

Navy Wounded Warrior Announces Team Navy for 2021 Warrior Games

Navy Wounded Warrior is proud to announce Team Navy for the 2021 Warrior Games. The team will compete during the 2021 DoD Warrior Games hosted at Disney's ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex.

Navy Region Southwest's Navy Wounded Warrior of the Month - April 2021

Congratulations to LTJG George Driscoll! Driscoll was selected as Navy Region Southwest's Navy Wounded Warrior of the Month for April 2021.

Military Caregiver Month: Celebrating Our Hidden Heroes

May is recognized as National Military Caregivers Month, a time used to honor, commend and show appreciation for those that care for wounded, ill and injured service members.

A Success Story: JC Scott

JC Scott's story of resiliency after facing a life altering injury while in the line of duty.---- Story shared from Navy Safe Harbor Foundation

IT1 Ruth Freeman Receives Wounded Warrior of the Year Award

Congratulations to U.S. Navy Information Systems Technician First Class Ruth Freeman, selected as Navy Wounded Warrior of the Year by Navy Safe Harbor Foundation.

Family Newsletter - Spring 2021 Edition

Check out the Spring 2021 Edition of the Navy Wounded Warrior's Family Newsletter! --- April - June 2021

Better Than Before

Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class Shanice Dansby shares her journey with Navy Wounded Warrior. ---- Story shared from DVIDS.

Navy Region Southwest's Navy Wounded Warrior of the Month - March 2021

Congratulations to MM2 Andy Moreno! Moreno was selected as Navy Region Southwest's Navy Wounded Warrior of the Month for March 2021.

Blazing Trails and Leaving Legacies: Celebrating the 35th Anniversary of Proclamation 5606

February 3, 2021 marks the 35th Annual National Girls & Women in Sports Day (NGWSD).

Navy Region Southwest's Navy Wounded Warrior of the Month - February 2021

Congratulations to PR2 Stephanie Sodden! Sodden was selected as Navy Region Southwest's Navy Wounded Warrior of the Month for February 2021.

Pen, Paper and Peace: Finding Zen with Zentangle

Navy Region Southwest's Navy Wounded Warrior of the Month - January 2021

Congratulations to HM1 Ryan Gordon! Gordon was selected as Navy Region Southwest's Navy Wounded Warrior of the Month for January 2021.

Warrior Care Month 2020

Join us in recognizing the Navy Wounded Warrior Community during this year's Warrior Care Month. This year's theme is "virtual show of strength."

Team Navy 2019 Photo Gallery

Team Navy Ends the 2019 Warrior Games With a Gold Medal!

Navy Capt. Daryl Schaffer reacts to receiving the Heart of the Team Award for Team Navy

Team Navy Swim at Warrior Games 2019

Aviation Maintenance Administrationman Elizabeth Smith Participates in a Swim Event

Team Navy's Sitting Volleyball Win Over Army Secured Their Spot in the Gold-Medal Match!

Utilitiesman 2nd Class Joshua Laban Encourages Other Members of Team Navy

Norfolk Navy veteran wins gold and silver medals at 2019 Warrior Games

Coast Guard Maritime Enforcement Specialist 2nd Class Jacob Cox competes for Team Navy in archery at the 2019 Department of Defense Warrior Games

View Team Navy at 2019 Warrior Games Photo Gallery

Navy Petty Officer 1st Class Carlos Valerio Spikes a Ball During a Volleyball Preliminary Match

Members of Team Navy Participate in a Wheelchair Basketball Game

Team Navy Participates in Sitting Volleyball at 2019 Warrior Games

Navy Petty Officer 1st Class Todd Prather Competes in Indoor Rowing at 2019 Warrior Games

Team Navy at 2019 Warrior Games Awards Ceremony

Navy Seaman Gabriel George Uses His Teeth to Draw a Bow During the Archery Finals at 2019 Warrior Games

Vice Adm. Mary M. Jackson, Commander, Navy Installations Command, speaks with U.S. Coast Guard Lt. (ret.) Daniel Lee

Rear Adm. Kyle Cozad, Commander, Naval Education and Training Command, Motions For the Crowd to Get Louder

2019 Warrior Games Begin

Navy Commander Overcomes Spinal Infection to Compete

Team Navy Cycling Team Participates in a Time Trial at 2019 Warrior Games

U.S. Navy Information Systems Technician 1st Class Petty Officer Ruth Freeman and U.S. Navy reservist Lieutenant and New England Patriots long-snapper Joe Cardona Pose for Photo

John Stewart Hosts Opening Ceremony of Warrior Games 2019

Navy Chief Petty Officer Sammy Palomo Races

Retired Chief Machinist's Mate Ferlin Espinal Runs in Warrior Game's Relay Race

Team Navy is officially in action at the 2019 Warrior Games!

These golfers came out and started the week off right! Go Navy!

DoD Warrior Games Inspire Hope, Courage, Healing Through Sport

Great Practice Day for Team Navy 2019!

Check our Facebook page for updates!

Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Lauren Gonzales Practices Swimming

Team Navy 2019 Cyclists Practice

Team Navy cyclists conduct a practice time trial during training camp for the 2019 Department of Defense Warrior Games at MacDill Air Force Base, June 18, 2019.