Know the warrior: Community in competition
The Department of Defense Warrior Games represent many things for many participants. For U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Noelle Delgado, the games represent a family. It’s a place she’s found community after a period of isolation following her departure from the Marine Corps.
“To us, this is a family,” said Delgado. “Not every Marine is going to understand another Marine, but when you come to a place like this, and meet the wounded warriors, regardless of branch, we can all relate on the same level.”