Two former CSUN athletes, Katie Holloway Bridge and Jamie Whitmore, are set to represent Team USA at the 2024 Paralympic Games in Paris. Holloway Bridge will compete in sitting volleyball, marking her fifth Paralympic appearance, while Whitmore will participate in paracycling for the third time. Both athletes have impressive backgrounds, with Holloway Bridge having earned multiple gold medals and accolades in sitting volleyball and Whitmore overcoming significant health challenges to excel in paracycling.

By the Numbers
  • Katie Holloway Bridge has won three gold medals (2016, 2020) and two silver medals (2008, 2012) at the Paralympics.
  • Jamie Whitmore has 22 World Championship medals, including 11 gold, and won her first gold medal at the Paralympics in 2016.
State of Play
  • The U.S. sitting volleyball team will compete in Pool A, including teams from China, France, and Italy.
  • Both athletes are entering their events with strong competitive histories and notable achievements in their respective sports.
What's Next

Holloway Bridge's team begins its pool play on August 30, while Whitmore's paracycling events kick-off on September 3. Success in these games could further enhance their legacies and inspire future athletes.

Bottom Line

The achievements of Holloway Bridge and Whitmore highlight the resilience and dedication of Paralympic athletes, setting the stage for thrilling competition as they aim for glory on the international level.