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07/16/2026
Day 2 with Greenville Technical College’s Physical Therapy students.
Another incredible day spent discussing spinal cord injury, the journey that brought us together, and the responsibility we all share in shaping the future of rehabilitation, advocacy, and inclusion.
As I looked across the ROAR panel today, I couldn’t help but smile at the countless “God winks” that have woven themselves throughout this nonprofit’s journey. None of us would have chosen the path that led us here, yet God has a remarkable way of bringing people together for a purpose far greater than ourselves.
Today’s discussion wasn’t just about spinal cord injuries. It was about leadership from a wheeled perspective. It was about advocacy in real time. It was about recognizing that inclusion begins when we focus on the person in the chair—not the chair itself.
To the future practitioners sitting in that classroom…
Learn the diagnosis, but never stop there.
Take the time to know the individual sitting in front of you. Learn their story, their fears, their dreams, and their goals. Strive to be the catalyst that helps set a positive tone for their new reality. Your words, your attitude, and your willingness to listen may become just as important as any exercise or treatment plan you prescribe.
Life doesn’t stop because of a spinal cord injury. It simply changes your means of transportation.
One of the greatest reminders from today is that God still uses broken vessels. Every member of our panel is living proof that purpose doesn’t disappear after tragedy—it often begins there.
Collectively, today’s ROAR panelists brought more than 131 years of lived spinal cord injury experience to the room. That’s 131 years of victories, setbacks, perseverance, laughter, tears, resilience, and hope—lessons no textbook could ever fully teach.
We shared the realities of life after traumatic injury, the challenges we continue to face, and the determination it takes to rediscover purpose while refusing to let disability define ability.
As we wrapped up, one thought continued to resonate:
We are all influencers. Every single day, someone is watching how we respond to adversity, how we treat others, and how we choose to live. The question isn’t whether we’re influencing people… it’s what we’re inspiring them to do—or to become.
Thank you, Greenville Technical College, for allowing ROAR to once again be a small part of preparing tomorrow’s physical therapists. We are honored to share our stories, and we pray they help shape compassionate clinicians for generations to come.
Mike Hudson. Jeremy Chapman. Michael Rousey. Jay Youngblood. Bass Pro Shops - Greenville, SC. D.j. Haynes. Cabela's. Bass Pro Shops. Michal Parker. Prisma Health Roger C. Peace Rehabilitation Hospital. Paralyzed Veterans of America. Be Adaptive Equipment. Chastity Gambrell Miller. Greenville Technical College. Jeremy Kerr
Stop making excuses and find new ways to get on the water.
Our buddy Dave Hansen, The Unstoppable Sportsman, developed a fishing modality device called Grip N Rip. This device allows quadriplegics and individuals with diminished grip strength, to offset the torque of a pulling fish as a major physical barrier for individuals living life with varying disabilities.
This device works by-
Forearm Leverage: The system transfers the physical strain away from the fingers and hand, redirecting it to the forearm and upper arm.
Enhanced Rod Control: It provides the mechanical leverage needed to "high stick," track fish movement, and cast effectively.
Unified Component Design: Hansen launched the device alongside custom-built rods, like the Guide Series, which feature premium cork and specialized reel seats engineered to endure heavy lifting without loosening.
With advancements in technology and organizations willing to help, the time has not been better, despite perceived limitations to find new ways to .
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Cabela's
Bass Pro Shops - Greenville, SC.
Bass Pro Shops
Challenged Athletes Foundation
Michael Rousey.
Jay Youngblood.
Jeremy Chapman.
D.j. Haynes.
06/26/2026
Today we had the opportunity to share a little about faith, resilience, advocacy, and turning obstacles into opportunities with the outstanding therapists, practitioners, and clients at Roger C. Peace Rehabilitation Hospital.
It was an honor to discuss the realities of life after a spinal cord injury (SCI), the importance of adaptive recreation, and how purpose can still be found in the midst of life’s greatest challenges.
Through R.O.A.R. (Rediscovering Outdoor Activities & Recreation), we strive to help individuals rediscover confidence, community, and the healing power of the outdoors. Every story is different, but hope, perseverance, and purpose remain constant.
Thank you to everyone at Roger C. Peace for welcoming us and for the incredible work you do each day to help individuals reclaim their independence and redefine what’s possible.
Together, we continue to advocate, educate, and remind others that while life may change in an instant, it never loses its purpose.
Presenters:
Jeremy Chapman
Mike Hudson
From Injury, To Rehab, Reinvention, and The Marine Corps Marathon
ROAR. Prisma Health Roger C. Peace Rehabilitation Hospital. Cameron Dorn. The Suitcase of Courage. Ben Huntzinger
05/26/2026
Memorial Day honors the brave men and women who paid the ultimate price for the freedom enjoyed today, serving as a solemn reminder that liberty is never free. Thankful for all that serve and protect. God bless.
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Mike Hudson
Arlington National Cemetery
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