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Conquering catastrophe: Jessica Garcia's story of no excuses
August 7, 2023 — The mid-summer heat scorched the ground, filling the air with the scent of synthetic rubber. “Take your mark,” boomed over the loudspeaker as the athletes positioned themselves to launch from their starting blocks. Adrenaline coursed through their bodies, only adding to the heat that already surrounded them. A moment of calming quiet came over the competitors. The crowd's cheers became a low unintelligible hum as the runners became hyper focused, listening for the signal to explode into action. The few seconds of waiting felt like an eternity. Finally, a gunshot rang out, echoing across the field and immediately snapping them back to the present... MORE

Shooting for more than medals at the DoD Warrior Games
July 17, 2023 — The crowd's cheers slowly fade into deafening silence as the line is readied. “The line is hot” is announced over the intercom signaling shooters to ready their rifles. He brings his weapon up to his shoulder and gently presses his cheek against the walnut hardwood stock. In this moment, the rifle is not an item that can be picked up and put down. It is a part of him, an extension of his body. With one click of the safety lever, the rifle is now ready to fire. He moves his firing finger to the trigger and squeezes with just enough pressure to release the projectile. Bullseye... MORE

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