Warrior Games

℠2014 - Defense Officials were on hand for the 2014 Warrior Games closing ceremonies. The celebration honored the more than two hundred wounded warriors who took part in the games.

The 2014 Warrior Games come to a close:
The Adaptive Warrior Tailgate will host between 700-1000 Wounded Warriors, families and guests beginning at 1:30 p.m. eastern. The Ultimate and Team Championship awards will be presented at this event.

Featured at this event:

General Martin Dempsey, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Admiral James Winnefeld, Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Admiral Harry Harris, Commander, U.S. Pacific Fleet
Deborah James, Secretary of the Air Force Lieutenant General Patricia Horoho, U.S. Army Surgeon General and Commanding General of the U.S. Army Medical Command.

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℠2014 - Working toward gold medals lets wounded warriors relax, have fun.

℠2014- Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel will be at the Warrior Games closing ceremony in Colorado Springs, Colorado.

"Warrior Games," a talk show featuring the participating military athletes to showcase the resilient spirit of today's wounded, ill, or injured service members from all branches of the military, from Colorado Springs, CO.

Featured Today:

Admiral James Winnefeld, Jr., Vice Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff
Brig. Gen. Russell Sanborn, director Marine and Family Programs,
Rear Admiral Elaine Wagner, Deputy Chief Bureau of Medicine and Surgery
1st Lt. Kelly Elmlinger, Adaptive Warrior.

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℠2014 - Retired Marine Sgt Devin Campbell is a participant in Warrior Games 2014. Adaptive sports have helped him reintegrate into life after deployment. Also available in high definition.

℠2014 - The Marines of the Warrior Games 2014 seated volleyball team overcome their disabilities with the help of their coach.

℠2014 - Petty Officer Lori Bent interviews a volunteer.

℠2014 - An Airman talks about how the Warrior Games and adaptive sports have helped reshape his future.

℠2014 - An Airman fresh from competition at London's Invictus Games aims for gold at the Warrior Games in Colorado Springs.

"Warrior Games," a talk show featuring the participating military athletes to showcase the resilient spirit of today's wounded, ill, or injured service members from all branches of the military, from Colorado Springs, CO.

Featured today:

1) John Register, Director Community and Veterans Programs, U.S. Paralympics
2) SFC Joseph Kapaczieski, Adaptive Warrior
3) Meagan & Tech. Sgt. (Ret.) Ryan Pinney, Caregiver and Adaptive Warrior
4) SFC Michael Smith, Adaptive Warrior

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℠2014 - The sixty-person Navy and Coast Guard team competes in seven different events during Warrior Games 2014.

℠2014 - Colorado Springs hosts competition for wounded or ill service members.

℠2014 - Warrior Transition Command hosted more than a hundred wounded warriors and veterans during the Army's Warrior Trials at West Point Military Academy. Participants were looking to secure their spot for Warrior Games 2014 held in Colorado.

B-roll of the Olympic Training Center at the 2014 Warrior Games.

℠2014 - Wounded and ill service members continue competition in Colorado Springs.

℠2014 - More than 200 wounded or ill service members are in Colorado Springs for the 2014 Warrior Games. It's been a long road for these adaptive athletes, both in their recovery and the grueling training to make it to the Warrior games.

℠2014 - More than 200 wounded or ill service members gather in Colorado Springs, Colorado for Warrior Games 2014. The adaptive sport events help soldiers stay active.

"Warrior Games," a talk show featuring the participating military athletes to showcase the resilient spirit of today's wounded, ill, or injured service members from all branches of the military, from Colorado Springs, CO.

Featured today:

1) James Rodriguez, Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Warrior Care Policy
2) Marine Sgt. Andres Burgos, Orlando, FL – Archery & Shooting
3) Army Sgt. Kadina Baldwin, Columbus GA – Shot-put, Discus, 50 meter freestyle, wheelchair basketball, sitting volleyball

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℠2014 - Colorado Springs hosts the annual event for wounded warriors.

℠2014 - Senior Defense Officials joined more than 200 wounded or ill service members for the 2014 Warrior Games opening ceremony in Colorado Springs, Colorado.

℠2014 - More than 200 wounded or ill service members are in Colorado Springs for the 2014 Warrior Games. DoD News goes live to cover the games.

℠2014 - More than 200 wounded or ill service members are in Colorado Springs to compete in the 2014 Warrior Games.

"Warrior Games," a talk show featuring the participating military athletes to showcase the resilient spirit of today's wounded, ill, or injured service members from all branches of the military, from Colorado Springs, CO.

This segment of Adaptive Warrior will feature the following:
U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Douglas Robb, Director Defense Health Agency
U.S. Navy CMDCM Terry Prince, Senior Enlisted Advisor Defense Health Agency
Dr. Jonathan Woodson, Assistant Secretary of Defense (Health... read more

"Warrior Games," a talk show featuring the participating military athletes to showcase the resilient spirit of today's wounded, ill, or injured service members from all branches of the military, from Colorado Springs, CO. This segment of Adaptive Warrior will feature the following: U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Douglas Robb, Director Defense Health Agency U.S. Navy CMDCM Terry Prince, Senior Enlisted Advisor Defense Health Agency Dr. Jonathan Woodson, Assistant Secretary of Defense (Health Affairs) Charlie Huebner, VP Paralympic Development for the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Foundation Join the conversation about Warrior Games on Social Media with hashtag: #WarriorGames2014 Keep up with all military news from the Warrior Games here: http://www.dvidshub.net/feature/2014WarriorGames   show less

The opening ceremony for the 2014 Warrior Games. The Warrior Games showcase the resilient spirit of today’s wounded, ill, and injured service members from all branches of the military. After overcoming significant physical and behavioral injuries, these men and women demonstrate the resilience of today’s force and the spirit of competition.

Since 2010, approximately 200 wounded, ill, and injured service members and Veterans have competed annually at the Warrior Games, a unique... read more

The opening ceremony for the 2014 Warrior Games. The Warrior Games showcase the resilient spirit of today’s wounded, ill, and injured service members from all branches of the military. After overcoming significant physical and behavioral injuries, these men and women demonstrate the resilience of today’s force and the spirit of competition. Since 2010, approximately 200 wounded, ill, and injured service members and Veterans have competed annually at the Warrior Games, a unique partnership between the Department of Defense (DoD) and U.S. Olympic Committee Paralympic Military Program. Athletes representing the Army, Marine Corps, Navy/Coast Guard, Air Force and Special Operations compete for gold in each of seven sports: Archery Cycling Shooting Sitting volleyball Swimming Track and field Wheelchair basketball   show less

℠2014 - More than 200 Wounded Warriors from the Army, Marine Corps, Navy, Air Force and Special Operations are expected to take part in Warrior Games 2014 in Colorado Springs, Colorado.

2013 - The Marines are taking home the Chairman's Cup for the fourth consecutive time as they head home from the 2013 Warrior Games.

2013 - For the fourth consecutive year, the Marines have won the medal count and the Chairman's Cup at the Warrior Games.

2013 - Some Marines suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder and traumatic brain injuries they received while serving in war zones. Their service dogs help them with anxiety on a daily basis.

2012 - Army pulled of a narrow two-point win over the Marine Corps to take their third consecutive gold medal in wheelchair basketball at the Warrior Games.

2013 - The Army wins half of all archery medals at the 2013 Warrior Games in Colorado Springs.

2013 - The Marine Corps entered the final day of competition at the Warrior Games with a three medal lead on Army in the race for the Chairman's Cup.

2013- Army Wounded Warrior Ivan Castro has ulterior motive in the 2013 Warrior Games.

2013- A self-taught bike mechanic dedicates time to keep Wounded Warriors in the race.

2013- Team marines defend their championship title in a sprint towards this year's Chairman's Cup during the 2013 Warrior Games.

2013 - The Army is making a run at the defending Warrior Games champs, tying the Marines in the medal count going into the third day of competition in Colorado Springs.

2013 - Combat vehicles are at the front of seapower requests before Congress, warnings about what you post to social media sites and the Army and Marines are tied in the Warrior Games medal count.

2013- Corey Carter represents the Air Force at the 2013 Warrior Games in Colorado Springs Colorado.

2013 - More than 200 wounded, ill and injured military athletes are taking part in this year's Warrior Games.

Beyond fear, beyond pain, these wounded, ill, and injured Marines went beyond victory in capturing their second straight Chairman's Cup at the 2011 Warrior Games in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Also available in high definition.

More than 200 wounded warriors are expected to compete in the annual Warrior Games next spring in Colorado. Also available in high definition.

A member of the Navy-Coast Guard team talks about what's inspired her during the Pacific Wounded Warrior Trials.

A Sailor discusses how the Warrior Games helped him recover from the wounds of war.

Defense Secretary Leon Panetta hosts the 2012 Warrior Games Recognition Ceremony at the Pentagon.

An inside look at how the Warrior Games enriches the lives of those who participate.

First Lady Michelle Obama congratulates participants in the 2012 Warrior Games. More than 200 participants competed in seven different events in the week long competition.

First Lady Michelle Obama and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff GEN Martin Dempsey deliver remarks at the Warrior Games Opening Ceremonies at the U.S. Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs, CO.