In this episode of the Warrior Alliance Spotlight, hosts Scott Munn and Tug Cowart sit down with Dawn Churi, Executive Director of Blaze Sports. Born from the legacy of the 1996 Atlanta Paralympic Games, Blaze Sports has evolved into a premier organization dedicated to empowering veterans and individuals with physical disabilities through adaptive sports.

Dawn discusses the critical role of "sport as medicine," explaining how activities like wheelchair basketball, archery, and even pickleball are used to combat PTSD, isolation, and physical limitations. Learn how their partnership with The Warrior Alliance provides a holistic safety net for veterans, addressing everything from mental health to housing.

Tune in to hear inspiring success stories, including how one veteran went from a devastating diagnosis to cycling 100 miles, proving that recovery is a team sport.

In this episode of the Warrior Alliance Spotlight, hosts Scott Munn and Tug Cowart sit down with Dawn Churi, Executive Director of Blaze Sports. Born from the legacy of the 1996 Atlanta Paralympic Games, Blaze Sports has evolved into a premier organization dedicated to empowering veterans and individuals with physical disabilities through adaptive sports.
Dawn discusses the critical role of "sport as medicine," explaining how activities like wheelchair basketball, archery, and even pickleball are used to combat PTSD, isolation, and physical limitations. Learn how their partnership with The Warrior Alliance provides a holistic safety net for veterans, addressing everything from mental health to housing.
Tune in to hear inspiring success stories, including how one veteran went from a devastating diagnosis to cycling 100 miles, proving that recovery is a team sport.

This show takes a deep dive into what actions are working to support success after service for America’s Veterans.  Learn more about The Warrior Alliance impact, the VA and state efforts to improve Veteran care, and Veteran Service Organization’s free programs and services.

This show takes a deep dive into what actions are working to support success after service for America’s Veterans.  Learn more about The Warrior Alliance impact, the VA and state efforts to improve Veteran care, and Veteran Service Organization’s free programs and services.

Working to support success after service for America’s Veterans

The Warrior Alliance Spotlight

Welcome to the multi-media platform that combines radio, podcast, video, and live stream programming to drive awareness and outreach to service members, Veterans, and their families. The Warrior Alliance Network's shows will educate, entertain, and provide resources to XTRA 106.3FM's audience.

Be sure to tune in every Saturday from 11am to Noon on XTRA 106.3FM for a new show featuring Veteran care subject matter experts and Warriors that will inspire listeners with their stories and educate them about programs and services available to Warriors and their families!

Welcome to the multi-media platform that combines radio, podcast, video, and live stream programming to drive awareness and outreach to service members, Veterans, and their families. The Warrior Alliance Network's shows will educate, entertain, and provide resources to XTRA 106.3FM's audience.
Be sure to tune in every Saturday from 11am to Noon on XTRA 106.3FM for a new show featuring Veteran care subject matter experts and Warriors that will inspire listeners with their stories and educate them about programs and services available to Warriors and their families!

The Warrior Alliance Network

How Adaptive Sports Save Lives: Inside Blaze Sports Atlanta (1996 Paralympic Legacy)