Geoffrey Evans joined the Australian Defence Force in 1994. During his time serving he was wounded in action in 2010, when an improvised explosive device detonated in close proximity to him. He suffered a traumatic brain injury, a spinal injury, and also suffers Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. Evans is passionate about recovery through sports. He has incorporated this philosophy into a comprehensive sporting and activities program at the shelter he operates, and advocates strongly that sport and other physical challenges provide a strong pathway to improving the mental health of contemporary veterans. He will be competing in Athletics, Archery, Cycling and Sitting Volleyball.