Last Leg to stand on!

Greetings everyone! I am a US Marine Corps Veteran and former law enforcement officer, turned adaptive athlete. I am a one-legged (3 track) ski racer, competing against some of the best adaptive skiers in the world.

I am currently ranked in the top 45 positions in the world for adaptive alpine ski racing, competing in all four events: Slalom, Giant Slalom, Super G, and Downhill.

This is the make it or break it season to ensure my position to compete in the 2026 Winter Paralympics in Italy. The points list at the end of this season will show me if I'm qualified and what position I will be in. (Technically, there will be around 2 races in the 2025/2026 season that may change things.)

I've been working hard and dedicating myself to make this and push as hard as I can to make it possible. This has been goals in the making for the past several years, creating and accomplishing smaller goals along the way.

So I'm calling this my Last Leg to Stand On fundraiser! I'm looking for assistance to pay for my training fees, race fees, travel and lodging, and equipment.

Please share and help get me to the finish line in Italy!

Thank you everyone for your support!

Semper Fi!

John Papai