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James Shoemaker competes for Team Navy at 2026 Warrior Games

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 10:23 AM

Last updated Jun 10, 2026

James Shoemaker competes for Team Navy at 2026 Warrior Games

Summary

James Shoemaker, a retired Navy Aircrew Survival Equipmentman 1st Class, will represent Team Navy at the 2026 Warrior Games from June 13 to June 20 in San Antonio. As part of a cohort of over 200 injured service members and veterans, Shoemaker will compete in various adaptive sports, including archery and sitting volleyball. Motivated by a promise to show his children resilience, he aims to demonstrate that setbacks can be overcome. The Warrior Games are designed to highlight the skills of athletes with severe injuries and illnesses, promoting healing through competition.

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•Shoemaker competes in multiple sports including archery and swimming.
•The Warrior Games run from June 13 to June 20, 2026.
•Over 200 wounded service members will participate in the event.
•Shoemaker aims to inspire his children through his competition.
•The event emphasizes healing and confidence for injured veterans.

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10:23 AMYahoo Sports — For one Oak Harbor sailor, the 2026 Warrior Games started with a promise to his kids

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James Shoemaker is a retired Navy Aircrew Survival Equipmentman 1st Class, and this month, he competes from his wheelchair as part of Team Navy at the 2026 Warrior Games in San Antonio. He’s one of more than 200 wounded, ill, and injured service members and veterans taking part in eight days of adaptive sports starting June 13.
— Yahoo Sports

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