Anthony Burruto breaks records in USA Powerlifting Competition!
POA patient Amazzzzzing Anthony Burruto, a bilateral AK/BK amputee, competed against able-bodied athletes in the USAPL (USAPOWERLIFTING) competition. He entered into the Varsity & the Junior 16&17’s divisions. Not only did Anthony perform well, he broke both records, set new ones, and was awarded two Gold medals and a trophy!! Needless to say, there is […]
Bree McMahon, “Ex-Freedom player defeating the odds,” Orlando Sentinel, 05/15/2012
Bree McMahon was determined to return to the soccer field, and in the 2-1/2 years since the accident that resulted in the amputation of her leg, she has worked hard to make that dream a reality. On April 21st, Bree was put in as goalie in the final game of the spring exhibition season at […]
President George W. Bush and Chis Self on CNN’s Piers Morgan program, 5/3/2012
Chris and Dana Self were featured on CNN’s Piers Morgan program last night as part of a segment on George W. Bush and his commitment to support our troops. President Bush recently hosted the 2nd Warrior 100K mountain bike ride, and Chris has participated in both of them. Chris Self on CNN's Piers Morgan Show
Another one of our heros – Dan Gade – rode in GW Bush Warrior 100K, 4/28/2012
Here’s another one of our heros! – Dan Gade. He became a hip disartic amputee in 2005 due to severe injuries he incurred while serving as a company commander in Iraq. Dan is now an instructor at West Point, teaching political science and public policy.
“Sanford Police Officer Doesn’t Let Amputation Stop Him From Working,” Orlando Sentinel, 11/18/2010
Here’s another great news story about POA patient Officer Lonnie Taylor. All his hard work and determination have him back on the job at Sanford PD just six months after losing his leg to cancer. Click on the following link to view the Orlando Sentinel article
POA Patient Lonnie Taylor returns to Sanford Police Dept., 11/17/2010, WFTV Interview
Officer Lonnie Taylor, on medical leave from the Sanford Police department after losing his leg to cancer six months ago, was determined to get back to work as soon as possible. He never once considered the possibility of returning to a desk job, and today he returned to full duty at the Sanford Police Department, […]
POA Patient Kent Solheim in University of Louisville Magazine Spring 2010 issue, “The Green Beret”
Great article about Maj.Kent Solheim, a Green Beret soldier who lost his leg while on a mission in Iraq. You can also see a video of him running in the “Sports Training” section of our website. Click on the following link to view the UL Magazine article
POA’s Mabio Costa featured in Life in Hunter’s Creek magazine, 11/2010 edition, “A Triathlete’s Journey”
POA’s Mabio Costa is featured in an article written about his participation in the World Championship Paratriathlon held in Budapest, Hungary last month.
POA’s Ronnie Dickson releases “Amputee Biking” video, 10/18/2010
In addition to his running video, Ronnie has also created an “amputee” biking video. Click on the following link to view the video
Staff Sgt. John W. Walding Awarded Silver Star, “Army Times” article, 12/15/2008
POA Patient Staff Sergeant John W. Walding was awarded the U.S. Military’s third-highest combat award, the Silver Star. To read more about Sgt. Walding and his heroic actions during a raid in Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Freedom, click on the following link. Click on the following link to view the Army Times article