USAF Wounded Warrior

"When I think about strength, I think about how this program helped me see that cancer is part of my story, but not the headline. There's so much more ahead and while some doors may close, others open that are meant for you." - SMSgt Nicole Favuzza

Driven by Recovery. Rising in Unity. We are proud to announce the 40 recovering service members selected to represent Team Air Force at the 2026 Department of War Warrior Games in Santonio, Tx, June 13-20. 🎊 @warriorgames

Check out more highlights from the 2026 Marine Corps & Air Force Trials at Camp Pendleton 💪 The unity and resilience on display in adaptive sports continues to inspire. Looking forward to seeing many of these athletes again this June at the 2026 DoD Warrior Games! #WG2026

🚨 3 WEEKS OUT 🚨 Team Air Force is bringing the energy to San Antonio, TX for the South-Central CARE Event and Warrior Games training! Strength, focus, and determination are building everyday as we countdown to the 2026 Warrior Games. #AFW2 #RoadtoWarriorGames #AdaptiveSports

The 2026 Marine Corps & Air Force Trials showed the power of connection- where partnerships are built, strength is shared, and recovery is supported through a united community. #AFW2 #StrongerTogether #RecoveryinMotion

We're proud of each and everyone of these athletes for embracing the warrior mindset; showing up, pushing through, and refusing to be defined by anything other than their strength and determination! #AFW2 #TeamAirForce #MCAFTRIALS #Resilience woundedwarrior.af.mil

SSgt (ret) Olajide “OJ” Shasanya, 2022 Warrior Games competitor, takes on the rowing competition during the 2026 Marine Corps & Air Force Trials at Camp Pendleton. “This community keeps you pushing, defines resiliency, and shows the true warrior spirit”

Yesterday, the weight hit the floor but the impact will last far beyond the platform. 🏋️ At the Marine Corps & Air Force Trials powerlifting competition, our recovering service members showed exactly what strength looks like. #AFW2 #MCAFTRIALS #RoadToWarriorGames

Another incredible turn out of over 70 logistic Airmen who came out to hear powerful testimonies from our AFW2 Ambassadors on Joint Base San Antonio- Lackland.

The 2026 Marine Corps & Air Force Trials are almost here- two weeks of competitions, 11 adaptive sports, and recovering service members from across the services and our international partners from Ukraine and the United Kingdom coming together on the road to @warriorgames.

Today we celebrate #USODay and the unwavering support the USO provides to the entire military community. From the moment they enlist, through assignments and deployments, and as they transition back to their communities, those who serve can rely on the USO.uso.org

Recovery is not still- it's active, evolving, and powerful. As we kickoff a new month, we're highlighting how some of our recovering service members continue their recovery journey through adaptive sports as they prepare for the Marine Corps & Air Force Trials.

Support doesn’t stop when challenges begin. If you know an Airman or Guardian who could benefit from individualized care and resources, refer them to the Air Force Wounded Warrior Program. Strength starts with connection. woundedwarrior.af.mil/Refer-an-Airma…

Learning the game. Laughing together. Building the team. Recovering service members had a blast during intro wheelchair basketball—strengthening skills, confidence, and camaraderie. 🏀🏀 #AFW2 #CareBeyondDuty #determinednotdefeated #adaptivesports #Airmen #Guardians

With over 50 vendors on site, recovering service members had access to valuable resources, support, and connections all in one place. Moments like these reinforce our commitment to ensuring Airmen and Guardians have the tools they need on their recovery journey.

New Challenges. New Skills. New Victories. 👏 As our recovering service members begin their introduction to 11 different adaptive sports, they're discovering what's possible when determination meets opportunity. #AFW2 #CareBeyondDuty #AdaptiveSports #Airmen #Guardians

Healing looks different for everyone—and sometimes it starts with a moment of laughter. 💙 Recovery is strengthened through genuine connection, shared experiences, and the support of a community that understands. woundedwarrior.af.mil/Refer-an-Airma… #AFW2 #CareBeyondDuty #Airmen #Guardians

The countdown is on The 2026 Marine Corps & Air Force Trials are almost here, and the competition schedule is stacked with moments you won't want to miss. Every event, every rep, every race is a chance to push limits and showcase resilience in actions. #AFW2 #WWR #CareBeyondDuty

The medals are ready. The challenge is calling. 🏅🔥 The 2026 Marine Corps & Air Force Trials are coming, and there’s still time to be part of something bigger- Push your limits, and stand alongside other recovering service members who know what it means to overcome. #AFW2 #WWR