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The U.S. Army supports 15 Soldier-athletes training for the 2026 Winter Olympics, aiming for medals in biathlon, bobsled, and skeleton.
The U.S. Army’s World Class Athlete Program is supporting 15 Soldier-athletes and coaches as they prepare for the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milano Cortina.
Among them, Staff Sgt.
Deedra Irwin, a biathlon athlete and Vermont Army National Guard member, aims to win the U.S.’s first Olympic medal in the sport after a top-seven finish in Beijing.
A former track runner, she uses breathwork and visualization to balance endurance and precision shooting.
Lt. Col. Chris Fogt, a three-time Olympian and bobsled silver medalist, now leads Team USA Bobsled, applying military experience to guide athletes.
Spc.
Bradley Nicol, a skeleton racer, relies on mindfulness and visualization to manage high-speed runs nearing 90 mph.
All athletes benefit from the Army’s Holistic Health and Fitness system, which supports their physical, mental, and emotional readiness.
Their dual commitment to military service and elite sport reflects the Army’s longstanding tradition of excellence in both defense and international competition.
El Ejército de los Estados Unidos apoya el entrenamiento de 15 atletas soldados para los Juegos Olímpicos de Invierno de 2026, con el objetivo de medallas en biatlón, bobsled y esqueleto.