Great news as the U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command have announced that the 2022 DoD Warrior Games are planned to take place in Central Florida, with valiant competitors showing the world their grit and determination at Walt Disney World Resort from August 19 through 28.

Hundreds of elite athletes from across the United States Armed Forces and allied nations will be fiercely competing at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in events such as wheelchair basketball, cycling, indoor rowing and many more. We can’t wait to cheer for them and celebrate with their families.

These games also afford the opportunity for families, friends and supporters to witness these incredible veterans shine as they display their true warrior spirit through competitive sports.

Additionally, Walt Disney World will host the 2022 Veterans Institute Summit presented by Disney Institute Aug. 19-20 also at ESPN Wide World of Sports complex. The summit is designed to empower companies to build effective veteran hiring, training and support of their own. The two-day forum will include speakers from Disney’s Heroes Work Here initiative, U.S. government officials, veterans and military spouses, among many others.