Alex Benedetto

Alex Benedetto

United States of America

Athlete #941

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Chicago, IL

On July 20, 2014, Alex sustained a C6-C7 spinaal cord injury while vacationing in Ocean City, Maryland, after diving into shallow water and striking the back of his head. They underwent surgery and inpatient rehabilitation.

“Keep going”

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High Fives has provided:

Cycle 2 2025 Grant Funding for top end force adaptive bike.

Alex Benedetto

“Over the past decade, I've used adaptive sports to stay active and maintain independece, but a busy work schedule has limited participation. This grant would all me to purchase a hand cycle and pursue a more active, competitive lifestyle.“

– #HighFivesAthlete, Alex Benedetto

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