Josh Sweeney
NORDIC SKIING
LW12
Paralympic medals: 1 Gold
2026 Outlook: Josh Sweeney heads into the Milano Cortina cycle determined to translate hard-earned experience into a breakthrough on the Nordic stage. The two-time Paralympian has steadily built range and rhythm since shifting from his decorated sled hockey career, bringing the same Marine Corps discipline that shaped his path after injury. Sweeney is targeting measurable gains in sprint efficiency and closing speed, with the intent of becoming a stronger contributor to a rising U.S. men’s squad in 2026.
Need to know:
• Two-time Paralympian
• Sweeney was the first recipient of the inaugural Pat Tillman ESPN Sports Award.
Personal:
Age: 38
Hometown: Glendale, AZ
Limb difference / disability: Bilateral above-knee amputee
JOSH SWEENEY
NORDIC SKIING
LW12
Paralympic medals: 1 Gold
2026 Outlook: Josh Sweeney heads into the Milano Cortina cycle determined to translate hard-earned experience into a breakthrough on the Nordic stage. The two-time Paralympian has steadily built range and rhythm since shifting from his decorated sled hockey career, bringing the same Marine Corps discipline that shaped his path after injury. Sweeney is targeting measurable gains in sprint efficiency and closing speed, with the intent of becoming a stronger contributor to a rising U.S. men’s squad in 2026.
Need to know:
• Two-time Paralympian
• Sweeney was the first recipient of the inaugural Pat Tillman ESPN Sports Award.
Personal:
Age: 38
Hometown: Glendale, AZ
Limb difference: Bilateral above-knee amputee
