Service Members Compete in 2026 Warrior Games in San Antonio

San Antonio, Texas hosted the 2026 Warrior Games, featuring nearly 200 service members competing in 12 adaptive sports. All participants have service-related ailments, including physical injuries, traumatic brain injuries, visual impairments, or PTSD. Army Maj. Jonathan Turnbull, who survived an ISIS suicide bombing in Syria in 2019, competed as a blind athlete after undergoing 23 surgeries. He expressed his motivation to serve following the 9/11 attacks and shared his journey of recovery and determination to participate in the games. The Warrior Games serve as a platform for service members to showcase their abilities and potentially transition back to active duty. The event was attended by Prince Harry, who was inspired to create the Invictus Games from his experience at the Warrior Games. The Director of the Warrior Games, David Paschal, highlighted the event's role in supporting veterans, noting that it demonstrates their capabilities despite injuries.