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  • WWII Veteran suits up for hockey at 98

    WWII Veteran suits up for hockey at 98

    Navy Veteran Gene Wagner still suits up and plays ice hockey twice a week at age 98. He receives his medical care at Milwaukee VA.

  • Sled hockey: Veteran camaraderie on and off the ice

    Sled hockey: Veteran camaraderie on and off the ice

    Sled hockey program for Veteran players brings unique experiences and camaraderie to the recreational therapy program.

  • Hockey weekend introduces blinded Veterans to an adaptive sport

    Hockey weekend introduces blinded Veterans to an adaptive sport

    The unique weekend event, part of a wider initiative unveiled by BVA in early November, was made possible through a grant awarded to the Association by VA’s Office of National Veterans Sports Programs and Special Events.

  • US National Sled Hockey Team defeats Canada to claim World Championships

    US National Sled Hockey Team defeats Canada to claim World Championships

    The U.S. National Sled Hockey Team, which includes four Marine Corps Veterans, claimed gold at the 2015 IPC Ice Sledge Hockey World Championships in Buffalo, New York on Sunday. The team earned its fourth consecutive shutout with a 3-0 victory over Canada. Team USA includes Marine Corps Veterans Luke McDermott, Josh Misiewicz, Paul Schaus and Josh Sweeney.

  • Veterans receive vital resources at We Care Vet Fair in Columbus, Georgia

    Veterans receive vital resources at We Care Vet Fair in Columbus, Georgia

    We Care Vet Fair brought resources to over 250 Veterans in Columbus, Georgia.

  • From ice to inspiration: Flyers Warriors skate to new heights for Veterans and their community

    From ice to inspiration: Flyers Warriors skate to new heights for Veterans and their community

    VA's Adaptive Sports Grant propelled the Flyers Warriors to new heights, expanding their family and impact, demonstrating how adaptive sports can amplify success and connection for Veterans nationwide.

  • Veteran Resources: Events of the week April 21, 2025

    Veteran Resources: Events of the week April 21, 2025

    We’ve curated an assortment of events that aim to assist, educate, and enrich Veterans and their families. Each week, we post relevant and timely events for the Veteran community.

  • Veterans find confidence on the slopes

    Veterans find confidence on the slopes

    The slopes of the Winter Sports Clinic help Veterans with disabilities remember that pushing boundaries—and not their limitations—is what defines them.

  • Veterans find hope and healing on the slopes as Winter Sports Clinic kicks off in Colorado

    Veterans find hope and healing on the slopes as Winter Sports Clinic kicks off in Colorado

    Nearly 400 Veterans from across the country have gathered in Snowmass Village for the 39th Annual National Disabled Veterans Winter Sports Clinic. This premier adaptive rehabilitation event, co-presented by VA and Disabled American Veterans (DAV), continues through April 5.

  • Veteran Resources: Events of the week March 19, 2025

    Veteran Resources: Events of the week March 19, 2025

    Each week, we post relevant and timely events for the Veteran community, including benefits and health care info, wellness events, job fairs and more.

  • Navy Veteran participates in Veterans Golden Age Games

    Navy Veteran participates in Veterans Golden Age Games

    Navy Veteran Mike Smith is excited about competing with fellow Veterans during the 38th National Veterans Golden Age Games.

  • Army Veteran amputee focuses on Paralympic dream, future goals

    Army Veteran amputee focuses on Paralympic dream, future goals

    Winter clinic helped amputee Veteran look forward to more accomplishments and creating a non-profit organization.

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Last updated June 4, 2025

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