Briana Girard

Cryptological Technician Collection Second Class Briana “Bri” Girard didn’t feel like college was for her. She joined the Navy in 2021 because she wanted to learn some of the professional skills the Navy could provide her and knew that the sea services could set her up for future success. Her life changed in a heartbeat when she was in a catastrophic accident while riding motocross with friends. Her vehicle malfunctioned, she launched from it and landed outside of the track. Her complex injuries resulted in markedly reduced mobility, but she has not let that slow her down. After she finished rehab, her Navy Wounded Warrior Care team told her about the adaptive sports program and she attended her first camp in January 2025. Coaches taught her how to work within her abilities to try things like seated archery and wheelchair rugby, but she most loved swimming again. “Navy Wounded Warrior helped me get stronger, as well as have fun and make new friends along the way. I have something to look forward to. This program has helped me navigate this life changing injury.” Outside of adaptive sports, Girard enjoys coloring for relaxation, playing with her dogs, and driving RC vehicles with her husband.