Candice Caesar
Manvel, TX
Candice’s Bio
I’m a Houston native, Army veteran, and elite adaptive archer driven by faith, resilience, and purpose. After a service related accident in Germany left me with a traumatic brain injury and a spinal cord injury, I was told I would never walk again. I defied those expectations by completing 24 marathons, including four Boston Marathon finishes, and 100 half marathons across all 50 states and Washington D C. I later transitioned into triathlon before discovering archery during the COVID pandemic, where I found a new competitive passion. I am now the No. 1 ranked U.S. para archer and a 2023 Pan American Games medalist, earning bronze in the individual event and gold in the team event, along with multiple international medals. I am focused on qualifying for and winning gold at the 2028 Paralympic Games. I use my journey to inspire others to overcome adversity and reach their potential.
My Core Values
- Speak and act with honesty, choosing integrity in everything I do
- Own my feelings, decisions, and behaviors, and we grow through accountability
- Serve God and others with compassion, humility, and generosity
- Smile daily, show kindness, and create uplifting moments for those around me
- Embrace humor, laugh often choose laughter and make room for happiness in everyday life
- Seek out new experiences, stay curious, and welcome learning and adventure
- Say “thank you,” notice the good, and express appreciation daily
- Complete what I start and follow through with dedication and perseverance
- Approach life with energy, excitement, and a motivated spirit
- Rise again when I fall or fail, using challenges to build resilience
- Remain committed despite obstacles
- Face challenges with courage, lean into difficulty, and push myself to grow even when the path is tough
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