SMG Van Hoy was diagnosed with Complex Regional Pain Syndrome and spinal injuries when serving in the Armed Forces. He has said that “The Invictus Games mean the world to me. With retirement looming in the near future, I am able to share this opportunity with not only Marines, but my family as well. After over 25 years of service and years of recovery, I am able to participate in these games and have a huge step toward a lifetime of recovery.” He will be looking forward to competing for gold in Swimming and Road Cycling.

When serving in the French Armed Forces Roger Hoyoux suffered from a blast to his right shoulder. Hoyoux has said “These games will raise awareness of the general public and may change the vision of the population about war-wounded militaries or injured in service.” He will be competing in Archery, Athletics and Swimming.

Injured in 2001 while playing ice hockey for the army, David Hubber put up with increasingly worsening back pain for ten years until he could no longer continue to do his job. He was medically discharged in October 2013 and now, as well his spinal injury, has been diagnosed with a psychological condition that limits his employability in Civvy Street. Now a wheelchair user, with a strong upper body, archery is an ideal sport for Hubber to pursue. Vigorous training in the sport has been a key element in helping him adapt to his injury. Hubber will be representing the British Armed Forces team in Achery.

In August 2007, Private Jamie Hull was involved in an incident piloting a light aircraft in Florida. He suffered horrendous injuries, including 60% third-degree burns and partially paralysed feet. Using the power of sport to help his recovery, Hull wasted no time setting new goals. He completed the 2011 London Marathon and the New York Marathon the following November. He has also climbed Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania the same year. In 2013 Hull formed part of the 8 man wounded relay team that tackled the Race Across America (RAAM), supporting Help for Heroes. He will be representing the British Armed Forces team in Cycling

Adrian Humphries was involved in a training accident when serving with the Army. This resulted in his knee having to be reconstructed. This is Humphries first time at a major sporting event, so is excited to compete in Swimming, Cycling and Athletics.

Fergus Hurst broke his right foot and has since suffered from Chronic Ankle Pain. Sport has played a key role in his recovery, Hurst will proudly be representing the British Armed Forces in Archery and Athletics.

Marianne Hüche was injured during a traffic accident while serving. This resulted in a broken back, partially paralysed left side – primarily in the hip and leg. The power of sport has played a key role in her recovery. Hüche is a professionally licensed triathlete, and has taken part in many large scale sports events including: the Iron Man competitions and Olympic Sprint Distances. She is also the winner of the German Championship 2013. Hüche will be representing Denmark in Athletics and Road Cycling.

Armando Marco Iannuzzi was injured during service with the Italian Air Force. He is proud to be representing his country in Swimming and Wheelchair Rugby.

An Air Force Sergeant Mark Johnson II served in 33rd Combat Communications in Afghanistan. He was wounded whilst on operation and subsequently lost his right leg above the knee. He plans to go back to school to get an associate bachelors, he is proud to be to be part of the US Invictus team. He will be competing in Swimming, Track running and Wheelchair Rugby.

GySgt. Judge enlisted in the United States Marine Corps in 1998. He suffered from a motorcycle accident resulting in a Traumatic Brian Injury, chest injury, and a shattered wrist when serving. He has said; “The importance of the Invictus Games is that it gives all recovering service members the opportunity to do things that they may normally not do. It also provides a focus outside of injuries where for that moment the pain is not the main priority. The Invictus Games provide an outlet that instills camaraderie and builds a brotherhood where all can support each other in accomplishing our best and pushing to do better. Invictus Games help in providing a sense of self-worth and Esprit de Corps.” He is looking forward to competing in Archery and Indoor Rowing.

Engin Imprammpasi has had a long and decorated military career; first serving as a Paratrooper, Mr Imprammpasi moved on to lead a sniper group in Afghanistan during 2010 where he was given a service medal for outstanding bravery. Imprammpasi was wounded by an improvised explosive device in Afghanistan that gave him Tinnitus and recurrent hip pain. In his recovery sport has enabled him to develop his love of Athletics, and a number of other sports, which he is excited to take part in during the Games.

Benjamin Itrac suffered from a gunshot wound when serving in the French Armed Forces. He believes that; “The Invictus Games will bring forward the sports values, shared by all and most of all, highlight the commitment of wounded militaries in sport.” He is looking forward to competing in Athletics, Archery and Swimming.

Donald Jackson is an Aviation’s Boatswain’s Mate 3rd Class. He is currently stationed on board the USS John C. Stennis, a Nimitiz Class super carrier. Jackson is an avid sportsman who was thrilled to make the cut for the command’s flag football team. A recent biopsy diagnosed him with epiglottal cancer. He anticipates that he will be seperated from the navy in due course, he is currently working at the U.S. Coast Guard Base Seattle clinic and he hopes to move to New Orleans. He will be competing in Field-Discus, Javelin, Shot Put, Powerlifting, Track running, Wheelchair Basketball and Wheelchair Rugby.