The Veteran Who Changed How MLB Honors the Military
Jun 17, 2026
Operation Rebound is a transformative initiative that assists injured veterans and first responders by integrating them into sports, fostering a sense of community, purpose, and recovery. Initiated by Nico Marco Longo, a U.S. Marine veteran with firsthand experience of PTSD, this program emphasizes the psychological and physical rehabilitation of its participants. It provides essential equipment like sports wheelchairs and running prosthetics, ensuring participants can compete on equal footing. The campaign has successfully helped individuals like Sarah Betancourt become world-class athletes, demonstrating significant personal and community impact.