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linkhttps://department.va.gov/veteran-sports/ calendar_today09-02-2012 19:38:32

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It’s a wrap for the 38th National Veterans Golden Age Games! Salt Lake City, you will forever be in our hearts as we continue our “Fitness for Life” journey. Here’s a recap of today’s basketball championship and golf. #GoldenAgeGames #Fitness4Life #Sports4Vets @deptvetaffairs

It’s a wrap for the 38th National Veterans Golden Age Games! Salt Lake City, you will forever be in our hearts as we continue our “Fitness for Life” journey. Here’s a recap of today’s basketball championship and golf. #GoldenAgeGames #Fitness4Life #Sports4Vets 
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At the #SummerSportsClinic, Veterans enjoy kayaking and cycling thanks to Team River Runner and @WWP. With adaptive equipment and tailored instruction, these activities promote improved physical and mental well-being. #VeteransSupport Veterans Affairs VA San Diego

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"With or without my leg, I’m still me. The NVSSC exceeded my expectations," U.S. Army Veteran Julie Gilliam. Gilliam represents Veterans' resilience at the 2024 National Veterans Summer Sports Clinic. Shoutout to @teamriverrunner for their support. @deptvetaffairs VA San Diego

"With or without my leg, I’m still me. The NVSSC exceeded my expectations," U.S. Army Veteran Julie Gilliam. Gilliam represents Veterans' resilience at the 2024 National Veterans Summer Sports Clinic. Shoutout to @teamriverrunner for their support. @deptvetaffairs <a href="/VASanDiego/">VA San Diego</a>
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Day 4 of the #SummerSportsClinic! This is just a glimpse of what's available. It's not what you can't do, but what you CAN do. Thanks to ExaltedWarriorFndtn for leading yoga/meditation, and to AmpSurf and @deloitte for helping make surfing possible. Veterans Affairs VA San Diego

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During the Paralympics, VA is highlighting Veteran athletes representing Team USA at the Games. All of us at VA are cheering them on as they compete in Paris!

During the Paralympics, VA is highlighting Veteran athletes representing Team USA at the Games. All of us at VA are cheering them on as they compete in Paris!
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Celebrating the resilience and accomplishments of Veterans at the 17th #SummerSportsClinic. Every moment embodies our mission of empowerment and well-being. More photos on Flickr ow.ly/6jhP50Tb36H Veterans Affairs VA San Diego #Sports4Vets

Celebrating the resilience and accomplishments of Veterans at the 17th #SummerSportsClinic. Every moment embodies our mission of empowerment and well-being. More photos on Flickr ow.ly/6jhP50Tb36H <a href="/DeptVetAffairs/">Veterans Affairs</a> <a href="/VASanDiego/">VA San Diego</a> #Sports4Vets
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U.S. Navy Veteran Dwight Morgan enjoys the clinic and hopes to continue adaptive sporting events in the future. Share your experiences and explore adaptive sports. Thanks AmpSurf and @deloitte for supporting Veterans. @DepteVetAffairs VA San Diego #Sports4Vets

U.S. Navy Veteran Dwight Morgan enjoys the clinic and hopes to continue adaptive sporting events in the future. Share your experiences and explore adaptive sports. Thanks <a href="/ampsurf/">AmpSurf</a> and @deloitte for supporting Veterans. @DepteVetAffairs <a href="/VASanDiego/">VA San Diego</a> #Sports4Vets
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During the Paralympics, VA is highlighting Veteran athletes representing Team USA at the Games. All of us at VA are cheering them on as they compete in Paris!

During the Paralympics, VA is highlighting Veteran athletes representing Team USA at the Games. All of us at VA are cheering them on as they compete in Paris!
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About 120 Veterans from across the country participated in the 2024 National Veterans Summer Sports Clinic held August 25-30, 2024, in San Diego, California. Adaptive Sports included are sailing, surfing, adaptive fitness, kayaking, cycling, yoga and meditation.

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During the Paralympics, VA is highlighting Veteran athletes representing Team USA at the Games. All of us at VA are cheering them on as they compete in Paris!

During the Paralympics, VA is highlighting Veteran athletes representing Team USA at the Games.
All of us at VA are cheering them on as they compete in Paris!
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Way to go Marco! you just won a Gold at the #WheelchairGames in #NOLA and we can't wait to see you shine in #Paralympics2024!

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Dr. George Velez, director Veterans Health Care System of the Ozarks, traveled to Utah to support their team of 32 athletes at the #GoldenAgeGames. “I want them to know how much I care about our patients. They are setting the example for others.” #sports4vets ➡️news.va.gov/134362/hospita…

Dr. George Velez, director <a href="/VAFayetteville/">Veterans Health Care System of the Ozarks</a>, traveled to Utah to support their team of 32 athletes at the #GoldenAgeGames. “I want them to know how much I care about our patients. They are setting the example for others.” #sports4vets

➡️news.va.gov/134362/hospita…
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We are proud to share Jason won gold in archery at the 2024 #paralympics. BTW, he also crushed it at the #WheelchairGames, winning 1st in archery, nine ball, bowling in 2018. #stipends4vets #sports4vets ow.ly/hfvH50TeLl1

We are proud to share Jason won gold in archery at the 2024 #paralympics. BTW, he also crushed it at the  #WheelchairGames, winning 1st in archery, nine ball, bowling in 2018. 
#stipends4vets #sports4vets
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During the Paralympics, VA is highlighting Veteran athletes representing Team USA at the Games. All of us at VA are cheering them on as they compete in Paris!

During the Paralympics, VA is highlighting Veteran athletes representing Team USA at the Games. All of us at VA are cheering them on as they compete in Paris!
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Thanks to NBC 7 San Diego for telling our Veterans stories during the #SummerSportsClinic, which took place Aug. 25-30 in San Diego. We are so proud of all Veteran athletes and their accomplishments! #Sports4Vets #AdaptiveSports #Veterans ow.ly/OeS150TfJ4H

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The Nelson father/son duo, both Army vets, competed in the 2024 #GoldenAgeGames. “It's a dream come true to compete with my son,” said Thomas. “We push each other to be the best we can be. I love the time we get to spend together. It’s a true blessing.” #sports4vets #support

The Nelson father/son duo, both Army vets, competed in the 2024 #GoldenAgeGames. “It's a dream come true to compete with my son,” said Thomas. “We push each other to be the best we can be. I love the time we get to spend together. It’s a true blessing.”
#sports4vets #support
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3 days to the National Disabled Veterans Golf Clinic! If you aren’t attending this year, don’t fear – you can still share in the inspiring stories and camaraderie. Sign up for our daily newsletter during the clinic at public.govdelivery.com/accounts/USVHA….

3 days to the National Disabled Veterans Golf Clinic! If you aren’t attending this year, don’t fear – you can still share in the inspiring stories and camaraderie. Sign up for our daily newsletter during the clinic at public.govdelivery.com/accounts/USVHA….
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This was the first year Rhonda Mae Liddell, a Navy Veteran from Albany Stratton VA Medical Center, participated in the #SummerSportsClinic. In her words, adaptive sports are where "a warrior finds reprieve. An alchemy of strength, where spirit achieve." To learn more, visit department.va.gov/veteran-sports/

This was the first year Rhonda Mae Liddell, a Navy Veteran from <a href="/AlbanyVAMC/">Albany Stratton VA Medical Center</a>, participated in the #SummerSportsClinic.  In her words, adaptive sports are where "a warrior finds reprieve. An alchemy of strength, where spirit achieve."
To learn more, visit department.va.gov/veteran-sports/
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2 days to the National Disabled Veterans Golf Clinic. Check veteransgolfclinic.org for photos/stories from last years NDVGC, including WWII Navy Veteran Donald Johnson, who will be returning as our oldest participant at 108 years old! #VetsGolfClinic youtu.be/lqDKhQvo88E