SSgt. Whittemore has been in the Marine Corps for over 15 years and has been deployed 7 times. During this time he has suffered from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, a Tramatic Brain Injury, and Chronic Knee and Back Pain. SSgt. has said; “The Invictus Games allow me to compete in events against other countries from around the world and despite my injuries, I can compete.” He will be competing in Sitting Volleyball, Wheelchair Basketball and Wheelchair Rugby.