Servicemember spotlights, adaptive sports event coverage, live sports updates and community stories from the SUDS program.
Key Largo · Puerto Rico · Virginia Beach · Cozumel. 64 total warrior spots across four dive destinations. Dates, available spots, and how to apply.
Read Full Story →HBO documentaries, YouTube algorithm shifts, and global streaming interest are pushing adaptive sports into the mainstream. Here's what it means for the SUDS community.
Read Full Story →Federal employees can donate to SUDS via payroll deduction through the Combined Federal Campaign #94754. As little as $5/month fully equips one warrior per year.
Read Full Story →Sept 20–21, 2026. Rocky Mountain National Park, Colorado. Multi-pitch adaptive routes at 9,400 ft. AMGA-certified guides. Registration open — 12 spots.
Read Full Story →Mobile streaming, YouTube Live, and affordable underwater cameras are making it possible for families worldwide to watch SUDS events live — from diving to mountain summits.
Read Full Story →HesGoal, official broadcasters, and adaptive sports platforms compared. A no-fluff breakdown for military families who want reliable live sports coverage in 2026.
Read Full Story →New VA referral pathways, $10.2M in grants, and national competition opportunities — what SUDS' MOVE UNITED membership delivered for wounded warriors in 2026.
Read Full Story →Day-by-day schedule, dive sites, and 6 spots still available for the SUDS Virginia Beach summer adaptive dive weekend.
Read Full Story →Day-by-day schedule, live coverage info, and last-chance application details for the SUDS Key Largo summer dive — 4 spots remaining.
Read Full Story →TBI divers, amputee climbers, bilateral-limb-loss skiers — five SUDS participants share the moment adaptive sports changed the arc of their recovery.
Read Full Story →ABC News / Good Morning America feature on SUDS founder John W. Thompson and SSG Juan Arredondo — how scuba diving in Rincón, Puerto Rico changes lives.
Read Full Story →The flagship SUDS international dive event returns — 8 spots for experienced warriors. Palancar Reef, Santa Rosa Wall and 100+ ft visibility in the Caribbean.
Read Full Story →Every platform and channel for watching adaptive veteran sports live — from SUDS events to Invictus Games, Warrior Games and Disabled Sports USA. Updated for 2026.
Read Full Story →Free tiers, HesGoal overview, and the best platforms for adaptive sports — an honest complete guide to watching sports online without a subscription in 2026.
Read Full Story →SUDS launches its 2026 annual fundraiser. $120,000 goal funds four dive destinations and five additional adaptive sport events for wounded warriors.
Read Full Story →Three new ACA-certified adaptive paddling guides, expanded capacity, and two rafting sessions in 2026 at New River Gorge, West Virginia.
Read Full Story →340+ veterans cross-referred, 16 years, 23 states — how the SUDS-Warfighter Sports partnership extends adaptive sports access.
Read Full Story →19 warriors, two Colorado resorts, alpine and cross-country disciplines — the 2025–26 SUDS skiing season closes with record participation.
Read Full Story →A practical guide for military families on how to watch veteran and adaptive sports events live online in 2026.
Read Full Story →SUDS needs certified dive instructors, adaptive climbing guides, media professionals and event coordinators for the 2026 season.
Read Full Story →12 veterans tackled Class III–IV rapids at New River Gorge, WV. Modified seating for amputees and 100% completion rate over 8 miles.
Read Full Story →Step-by-step guide on how wounded veterans get a nationally recognized open-water scuba certification at zero cost through the SUDS program.
Read Full Story →Steps Beach, Tres Palmas Reserve, warm Caribbean waters — the full preview of SUDS' August 7–11 Puerto Rico adaptive dive expedition.
Read Full Story →HesGoal aggregators, legitimate free tiers, and why adaptive sports broadcasting is finally going mainstream — an honest look at free streaming in 2026.
Read Full Story →Sponsorship packages from $500 to $5,000. Tickets $60/person. Date announced in May.
Read Full Story →An optional introductory breathhold diving module joins the August Virginia Beach event — demonstrating therapeutic benefits for veterans with PTSD.
Read Full Story →Why adaptive sports deserve the same live coverage infrastructure as professional leagues — and how SUDS is building it for families across all 50 states.
Read Full Story →11 wounded servicemembers completed 8 miles over two days in the Shenandoah Valley.
Read Full Story →The volunteer board driving SUDS into its 19th year — expanded climbing, new freediving modules, and 9 events scheduled for 2026.
Read Full Story →VA grants, referral pathways, recreation therapy reimbursement — a complete guide to accessing VA-supported adaptive sports including SUDS at no cost.
Read Full Story →A comprehensive index covering HesGoal, official broadcasters, adaptive sports platforms, and the best free options for watching live sports in 2026.
Read Full Story →MOVE UNITED data shows adaptive climbing is the fastest-growing veteran sport for the second consecutive quarter. SUDS adds a third event to meet demand.
Read Full Story →From AFN on-base to Facebook Live streams — where the military community watches live sports in 2026.
Read Full Story →SDI certification process, adaptive techniques, pool-to-ocean progression — and how SUDS makes the entire process free.
Read Full Story →47 applications from 29 states — the SUDS 2026 pre-season certification window is open.
Read Full Story →Your complete guide to SUDS live event coverage — YouTube, Facebook Live, stream alerts and more.
Read Full Story →The largest single volunteer intake in 18 years — 34 guides certified including 7 SDI dive instructors ready for the 2026 summer expedition season.
Read Full Story →Free and paid live sports streaming options for military families in 2026 — from official apps to aggregator platforms and adaptive sports channels.
Read Full Story →A new systematic review finds adaptive diving programs reduce PTSD severity by 38% after 6 sessions. SUDS methodology aligns directly with clinical findings.
Read Full Story →SUDS YouTube, Warrior Games, MOVE UNITED, and the broader sports streaming landscape — everything military families need to follow adaptive sports online in 2026.
Read Full Story →11 warriors completed cold-water adaptive scuba checkout dives at Virginia Beach in January — qualifying them for the Summer 2026 expedition season.
Read Full Story →Four dive destinations. Key Largo, Puerto Rico, Virginia Beach & Cozumel. Limited spots available. No prior diving experience required — apply today.
Read Full Story →14 servicemembers. 100% completion rate. Two days in the Guadalupe Mountains. Full athlete quotes, event summary and upcoming fall climbing events.
Read Full Story →93 cents of every dollar directly funds participant experiences. Read the full 2025 annual impact report with financial breakdown, program stats and a 2026 outlook.
Read Full Story →We are happy to announce that SUDS participant Eric Cowin has gone pro by joining the Olympus Dive Center Team. This is what adaptive sports can do.
Read Full Story →"Diving with SUDS has taught me many things; it has improved my well-being, and has helped me get through the rough patches that many of us face after returning."
Read Full Story →Join us for the SUDS Virginia Beach Fins & Folly fundraiser. Sponsorship packages from $500 to $5,000 available. Tickets $60/person. Live event coverage available.
Read Full Story →From Warfighter Sports to Olympus Dive Center, these organizations and individuals make the SUDS adaptive sports program possible for wounded warriors across the US.
Read Full Story →SUDS is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization funded entirely by charitable donations. Every dollar goes directly toward adaptive sports programs for wounded warriors.