Valor Games Southeast Celebrates ‘13 Years Strong'
BUSINESS WIRE)--Bridge II Sports (BIIS) is honored to bring the spirit of Valor Games Southeast (VGSE) to the Triangle for the 13th year with the continued support of presenting sponsor MetLife and its employees.
The theme of this year's Valor Games is 'Undaunted, Undeterred. Undefied.' Since 2013, VGSE has engaged over 1,000 Veterans with disabilities through the power of adapted sports competition and camaraderie. This year's games will consist of a three-day event with eleven competition sports at several locations, with closing ceremonies to be held at the MetLife Global Technology Hub in Cary.
'Over the years, I have witnessed lives heal through Valor Games SE, giving hope for a future that is impacted by the storms of war,' said Ashley Thomas, Founder & CEO, Bridge II Sports. 'As a person who lives with disability, my biggest joy is seeing people find their way, engaged with their families and community, living life well with limitations instead of living disabled. It is an honor. I am thankful to our premier sponsor and the many other sponsors.'
This life-changing event is made possible through a grant from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and support from several community and corporate partners. For the 10th year running, MetLife is serving as a presenting sponsor of VGSE. Beyond providing generous financial support, MetLife has engaged a strong core team of employees, predominantly Veterans, who have committed more than 5,000 volunteer hours over the years to assist with planning and supporting this event.
'As one of the world's leading financial services companies, MetLife plays an important role in being committed to the communities where we do business,' said Tony Granata, MetLife Valor Games Executive Sponsor and a US Navy Veteran. 'We are honored to be able to partner with BIIS to present the Valor Games, a one-of-a-kind, inspirational week of events, focused on the men and women who served our country.'
For more information on Valor Games Southeast 2025, visit www.bridge2sports.org/valorgamesse.
Valor Games Southeast 2025 Schedule
Monday, May 19
Athlete Check-in, and Opening Ceremony 6:00pm
DoubleTree Hotel, Page Creek Lane, Durham
Tuesday, May 20
Athlete Competition 8:30am - 3:00pm
Air Rifle, Sitting Volleyball, Boccia
University of North Carolina — Rams Head Recreation Center
Wednesday, May 21
Athlete Competition 8:30am - 3:00pm
Powerlifting, Indoor Rowing, Wheelchair Basketball, Table Tennis
Duke University — Cameron Indoor Arena, Wilson Gym, K-Ville
Thursday, May 22
Athlete Competition 8:00am - 11:30pm
Kayaking, Cycling, Archery, Shot Put
Lake Crabtree County Park
Note: All media interested in covering this event will need to be in the park by 7:30am and will be unable to leave until approximately 12:00pm due to the closure of the road for the cycling race.
Closing Ceremony 12:00 – 1:30 pm
MetLife Global Technology Hub, Cary
IMPORTANT: MEDIA COORDINATION
Media interested in covering the event(s) are REQUIRED to:
RSVP with a proposed time and duration of visit to: Bridge II Sports – ericw@bridge2sports.org
NO WALK UPS ALLOWED. BIIS will send confirmation.
Limit attendance to a maximum of 2 individuals.
Review and sign Bridge II Sports Media Policy and check in for credentials on-site.
About Bridge II Sports
Bridge II Sports is a North Carolina non-profit organization dedicated to developing and implementing opportunities for youth, adults, and Veterans with physical disabilities to realize their potential through sports participation. Through sports programming, special events, awareness initiatives and team development, Bridge II Sports empowers persons with physical disabilities to 'Find the Player Within' and challenge perceptions of disability. It is the power of adapted sports that builds healthy bodies, minds, impacting the community with strength. For more information on Bridge II Sports visit www.bridge2sports.org.
About MetLife
MetLife, Inc. (NYSE: MET), through its subsidiaries and affiliates ('MetLife'), is one of the world's leading financial services companies, providing insurance, annuities, employee benefits and asset management to help individual and institutional customers build a more confident future. Founded in 1868, MetLife has operations in more than 40 markets globally and holds leading positions in the United States, Asia, Latin America, Europe and the Middle East. For more information, visit www.metlife.com.
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