Join us for an inspiring conversation with Joe Delagrave, the esteemed Team USA Wheelchair Rugby Coach. Joe opens up about his journey from a decorated wheelchair rugby athlete to a guiding figure for Team USA, emphasizing the values of resilience, adaptability, and personal growth. Through his story, listeners will uncover how wheelchair rugby isn’t just about the sport itself—it’s a powerful platform for empowering athletes and building community. Joe shares insights on coaching a national team, teaching life skills, and fostering a culture of mutual respect and inclusivity. Whether you’re an athlete, coach, or simply a fan of remarkable sports stories, this episode is packed with valuable takeaways on thriving through adversity and making an impact.

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Join us for an inspiring conversation with <a href="https://www.teamusa.com/profiles/joe-delagrave" target="_blank">Joe Delagrave</a>, the esteemed Team USA Wheelchair Rugby Coach. Joe opens up about his journey from a decorated wheelchair rugby athlete to a guiding figure for Team USA, emphasizing the values of resilience, adaptability, and personal growth. Through his story, listeners will uncover how wheelchair rugby isn’t just about the sport itself—it’s a powerful platform for empowering athletes and building community. Joe shares insights on coaching a national team, teaching life skills, and fostering a culture of mutual respect and inclusivity. Whether you’re an athlete, coach, or simply a fan of remarkable sports stories, this episode is packed with valuable takeaways on thriving through adversity and making an impact.Producer note: We apologize for the audio quality in this episode and appreciate your understanding. Despite the technical hiccups, we believe the insights shared are too valuable to miss, and we hope you’ll stick with us for this great conversation. Thanks for tuning in!Show Resources:<ul><li><a href="https://truesport.org/join-us/truesport-talks-mental-wellness/" target="_blank">Sign up for TrueSport's Mental Wellness Event</a></li><li><a href="https://www.wingsforlife.com/us/" target="_blank">Support Wings for Life</a></li><li><a href="https://www.joedelagrave.com/" target="_blank">Book Joe for a Speaking Engagement</a></li></ul> 
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In this episode, we sit down with Joe Delagrave, Team USA Wheelchair Rugby Coach. He shares his journey from athlete to coach and the impactful lessons he learned along the way. Discover how Joe’s resilience fuels his coaching style and dedication to teaching life skills far beyond the game.