What’s Up, TeamUP? : Steven Peace Checks In

What’s Up, TeamUP? : Steven Peace Checks In

The following is a recent update from TeamUP Co-Captain Steven Peace, who has been a long-term advocate for people living with mobility challenges. When a severe stroke unexpectedly derailed his career in the US Navy, Steven found that competitive cycling was a key...
“Master of my Fate”: Jacopo Parizzi’s Story

“Master of my Fate”: Jacopo Parizzi’s Story

I am the master of my fate, I am the captain of my soul. I was a “normal” young Italian boy like every other young Italian boy: in love with soccer, pasta and holidays at seaside. I was, until the age of 8. I still remember the feelings; my feet were weaker than...
Raising a Son with a Rare Disease: The Clayton Journey

Raising a Son with a Rare Disease: The Clayton Journey

The following is a blog post written by Darla Clayton, the mother of TeamUP Co-Captain Trent Clayton. Both she and Trent have CCM, or Cerebral Cavernous Malformations, which is a rare genetic disease that causes brain and spinal tumors. Recently they took part in a...