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Wounded vets take on "Extremity Games"

15 wounded soldiers and Marines will compete in a kayak event at the "Extremity Games."

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The Army Times is reporting that 15 soldiers and Marines who have lost limbs will compete in flat-water kayaking race and play-boating demonstration at the O&P Extremity Games on July 29. An extreme sport competition for amateurs, the Extremity Games is open to anyone who is at least 13 years old and “living with a limb loss or limb difference” reports the Army Times.

The Games will be held in Orlando, Florida from July 28-30. Admission is free and winners will share a $25,000 cash prize.

> All reporting done by Melissa Vogt of the Army Times. Click here for the full story.

The Extremity Games Website


 

   
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