The U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command (TRADOC) has announced the locations for the Department of Defense (DoD) Warrior Games in the coming years, with the event set to return to Colorado Springs in 2025. The games will then be hosted in San Antonio, Texas, in 2026 and 2028. These locations have been selected for their strong tradition of supporting military service members, particularly those in recovery from injury or illness.
“We are excited to host this event in locations with a deep tradition of supporting the military, especially those service members going through recovery journeys. These men and women deserve our support as they overcome these obstacles,” says Gen. Gary Brito, commanding general of TRADOC. “It’s an honor for us to once again host these athletes, along with their families, friends, supporters and community, for this inspiring adaptive sports event that plays such a powerful role in the recovery of wounded, ill and injured military members and veterans.”
The Warrior Games, first held in 2010, is an annual adaptive sports event designed for wounded, ill and injured military service members and veterans. Athletes compete in various sports including wheelchair basketball, cycling, indoor rowing and sitting volleyball, with participation serving as a key component in their physical and mental recovery journeys. These sports programs help participants build physical strength, endurance and camaraderie with their teammates.
Previously, the Warrior Games took place in Colorado Springs from 2010 to 2014, at the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Training Center, and again in 2018 at the U.S. Air Force Academy. For the games’ July 2025 return to Colorado Springs, approximately 200 participants will gather at Colorado College and the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Training Center to take part in competitions.
“We are absolutely thrilled to welcome the Department of Defense Warrior Games back to Colorado Springs. Hosting these inspiring games once again is a tremendous honor for our city and a testament to our deep commitment to supporting our nation’s wounded, ill and injured service members and veterans,” says Megan Leatham, president and CEO of the Colorado Springs Sports Corp. “The return of the Warrior Games is not just a major sporting event; it is a celebration of community, courage and the unyielding spirit of our heroes. We are excited to provide a world-class platform where their stories of determination and triumph can inspire us all.”
San Antonio, known as “Military City, USA,” will host the Warrior Games for the first time in 2026 and 2028. This will mark a significant occasion for the city, which had been scheduled to host the games in 2020 before they were canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
“We’re excited to welcome the Department of Defense Warrior Games and recognize our wounded, ill, or injured service members in Military City, USA, home of the DoD’s largest medical center,” says Jenny Carnes, president and CEO of San Antonio Sports. “San Antonio Sports’ mission is to transform our community through the power of sport. We know that this competition is about more than just athletics. We look forward to celebrating sport as a means of empowering individuals, giving confidence, strengthening community and being an integral part of the recovery journey.”
As the 2025, 2026 and 2028 Warrior Games draw closer, additional details about the sports schedule, viewing opportunities and sponsorships will be announced. The event remains a vital part of recovery for wounded warriors and continues to inspire both participants and spectators through the power of adaptive sports.
