Blesma is proud to congratulate Member Corie Mapp on being named Bobsleigh Athlete of the Year.
A former member of the Household Cavalry, Corie’s life changed dramatically in 2010 when his armoured vehicle struck an improvised explosive device (IED) while serving in Afghanistan. The blast resulted in the loss of both legs below the knee, alongside a broken jaw, a severed lip, and a punctured lung.
Since his injury, Corie has gone on to achieve extraordinary success in para-bobsleigh, becoming a world champion in the sport. He is now sharing his journey and insights through his forthcoming book.
Speaking about his determination to overcome adversity, Corie said:
“I know that my kids are watching me, watching everything I do and I wanted to let them know that I’ve had a rough blow but I’m not giving up, I want them to see that. You’re going to hit difficult moments, difficult patches in your lifetime and you can’t allow those particular things to define you as a person.”
