Sarah Will

Paralympic Alpine Skiing

Sarah Will (Vail, Colo.) had her first run of the mountain at the age of four. From that moment on she was hooked on the sport. In 1988, the Olympic skiing hopeful was in a serious skiing accident that paralyzed her from the waist down. Rather than give up the sport she loved, she took up mono skiing and was back on the slopes just one year later. And just four years after her start in the mono-ski, she competed in her first Paralympic Games, winning gold in downhill and super G.

Will won a total of 12 Paralympic gold medals and one silver medal throughout her four Paralympic experiences, making her the most decorated female mono skier in U.S. Ski Team history. In 2002, Will took the Paralympic alpine skiing gold medal sweep, winning all four races, along with the U.S. Paralympic Spirit Award.

  • Paralyzed from the waist down after a skiing accident in 1988
  • The most decorated female mono skier in U.S. Ski Team history
  • As a four-time Paralympian, won 12 Paralympic gold medals and one silver medal throughout her career
  • Won her first skiing title in 1991, just three years after her accident
  • At the 2002 Paralympic Winter Games, took the Paralympic alpine skiing gold medal sweep, winning all four races

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  1. On April 19, 2009 Patty Mannino wrote

    That's my son and I couldn't be prouder.

  2. On April 19, 2009 dana jaster wrote

    You are awesome! I am proud to call you my friend!

  3. On April 20, 2009 ken mingus wrote

    You could not have a better person in the hall of fame!! Greg continues to shine as "King of the Mountain" by helping wounded vets returning from Iraq and pushing the limits now on "two" skis! Greg continues to be a great ambassador for the sport of skiing and is an obvious choice!! Keep up the good work. Your friend, Ken Mingus

  4. On April 21, 2009 Brian Will wrote

    Good luck to all the atheletes and their friends and families who have supported them, you are all incredible people. Of course my vote is for Sarah my sister who I am very proud of not only for her athletic achievments, but also for her continuing work to make this world more accessable to those who are handicapped and those who are not. Go Sarah

  5. On April 21, 2009 Carerie Kozak wrote

    My brother Greg ROCKS!!!! He is truly an amazing individual. He has displayed such determination and dedication not only to the sport he loves but also in helping the many individuals out there with like physical disabilities. He inspires so many and shows that anything is possible. He sure inspires me. I'm so proud of you bro!!!! Love you, Carerie, Rick, Cameron & Wyatt (the boys say GO UNCLE GREG!!)

  6. On April 21, 2009 Anne Oakley wrote

    Nyack and Valley Cottage NY could not be more proud of Sarah! She is an outstanding person who continues to help everyone reach their goals. Hope you get recognized for all you've done!

  7. On April 22, 2009 vincent phillips wrote

    Dave Larson is the guy - embodies all the things the Olympics stand for!

  8. On April 22, 2009 Wendy Reyes wrote

    You are all an inspiration to everyone who ever wants to give up because things get tough!! I have to vote for Sarah Will however! She is my true hero, inspiration and will always be a winner in my book! Sarah, Nyack Indians/Nyack High School is so proud of you and we are honored and blessed to be in or have been in your life! God Bless you and all of the great things you do!!!

  9. On April 22, 2009 Ron Sears wrote

    Greg Mannino. What you have overcome in your life to be one of the best in your sport, and considered for the Hall is truly inspirational. With hard work and complete focus you have proven that anything is possible for the rest of us mortals. Good Luck to you and the rest of the nominees. You make me proud to be a Mannino, Your cousin Ron Sears.

  10. On April 22, 2009 Wendy Reyes wrote

    Oh by they way Sarah...it is Wendy Savitt-Reyes in case you wondered who this crazy women is commenting and voting for you!!! Love you!!!!

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