The Achilles Rundown: Summer 2021 Newsletter

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Achilles Athletes Reach Handcycle Podium in Houston and Conquer Disney in Florida
Achilles Athletes Reach Handcycle Podium in Houston and Conquer Disney in Florida

Achilles athletes kicked off the New Year at the Chevron Houston Marathon, Half Marathon, and We Are Houston 5K, by sweeping the handcycle divisions, earning multiple podium finishes. Several first-time competitors also made strong debuts, showcasing the depth and talent of the team. Meanwhile in Florida, 50 Achilles athletes competed in the Walt Disney® World Marathon Weekend events, including seven who completed the Dopey Challenge (a 5K, 10K, half marathon, and full marathon) over four consecutive days.

Record Number of Athletes with Disabilities Conquer the NYC Marathon
Record Number of Athletes with Disabilities Conquer the NYC Marathon

More than 300 athletes with disabilities and their volunteer guides from around the world came to New York City to take on the 2025 TCS New York City Marathon on November 2, 2025. Despite bad weather and travel delays, a record number of Achilles athletes from around the world made the journey to the Big Apple to take on this race, marking one of our largest fields yet.

Achilles International Featured in Bank of America Chicago Marathon Campaign
Achilles International Featured in Bank of America Chicago Marathon Campaign

Achilles International is honored to be featured in the 2025 Bank of America Chicago Marathon campaign, which spotlights the story of two longtime members of the Achilles community: Zach Stinson, military veteran of the Achilles Freedom Team, and his wife Tesa, a charity runner with Team Achilles. Their strength, resilience, and teamwork capture the very heart of our mission.

Athletes with Disabilities Beat the Heat and Conquer Major Milestones at the Berlin Marathon
Athletes with Disabilities Beat the Heat and Conquer Major Milestones at the Berlin Marathon

Despite hot and cloudless 82°F conditions, 40 Achilles athletes with disabilities, 41 guides, and 107 Team Achilles Charity Runners participated in the 2025 BMW BERLIN MARATHON. With representation from around the globe, from Mongolia to Mexico, our community came together for one of the world's most iconic races. Read more.

Achilles Hosts Third Relay From Connecticut to Washington, D.C. Chapters
Achilles Hosts Third Relay From Connecticut to Washington, D.C. Chapters

Achilles athletes, guides, and community members covered a collective 1,585 miles from September 3 to the 10th as part of the third Achilles Relay. Military veterans of the Achilles Freedom Team ran, walked and handcycled with five Achilles chapters in Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Philadelphia, and Washington, D.C. Read a recap.

Meet the Marathoner: Dancer and Former Para-Cyclist from Charlotte Running New York Marathon Thanks to Cordani Family Grant
Meet the Marathoner: Dancer and Former Para-Cyclist from Charlotte Running New York Marathon Thanks to Cordani Family Grant

Davian “DJ” Robinson, 33, from Charlotte, NC, has been dancing through life and reframing what’s possible since birth. He gradually lost his vision throughout his childhood due to retinopathy of prematurity, but found movement unlocked a world of possibilities from the dance floor as a choreographer to the podium as a para-cyclist. DJ has set his sights on his next challenge: his first TCS New York City Marathon this November. Read a Q&A.

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