Olympic Skier Colby Stevenson Marks 10-Year Anniversary of Near-Fatal Accident and Recovery
By
Skyler Caruso Skyler Caruso is a Staff Writer at PEOPLE. She joined the brand in 2021.
Pure flour-power. Hearty enough to carry you through lunch.
Summary
Olympic silver medalist skier Colby Stevenson reflects on the 10-year anniversary of a near-fatal car accident in 2016 that left him with a shattered skull and traumatic brain injury, placing him in a medically induced coma. He calls this his 'rebirth day,' celebrating his recovery journey and subsequent achievements, including winning an Olympic silver medal in big air at the 2022 Beijing Winter Games.
Key quotes
· 3 pulled10 years since my shattered skull and TBI — my rebirth day
I haven't taken a moment for granted since
Every day is a gift and I'm grateful to still be here doing what I love
You might also wanna read
Hannah Hampton's Inspiring Journey to England's Top Goalkeeper
The article highlights Hannah Hampton's journey from overcoming a serious eye condition to becoming England's number one goalkeeper at Euro
bbc.com·10mo agoCommonwealth Games Swimmer Archie Goodburn Diagnosed with Brain Cancer
Archie Goodburn, a Commonwealth Games swimmer and Scottish 50m breaststroke record holder, was diagnosed with brain cancer at the age of 21,
bbc.com·11mo agoSophie Power: From Banking to Ultrarunning and Inspiring Change
The article highlights the inspiring journey of ultrarunner Sophie Power, who took up ultramarathon running after losing her banking job. A
bbc.com·1y agoUltrarunner Sophie Power's Viral Moment Inspires Change in London Marathon
The article discusses how ultrarunner Sophie Power's viral moment of breastfeeding during a race inspired change and led to a campaign for t
bbc.com·1y ago
US, Mexico, and Canada impose World Cup travel restrictions amid Ebola outbreak concerns
With 14 days until the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the US, Mexico, and Canada have imposed strict travel restrictions on international visitors due
irishstar.com·2d ago
Brothers at risk of rare dementia complete 33 marathons in 33 days across Ireland, raising £1 million for FTD research
Brothers Jordan and Cian Adams, who carry a rare gene linked to frontotemporal dementia (FTD), completed 33 marathons in 33 days across all
irishstar.com·2d ago