Eric Newby was injured in a car accident on the night of his high school graduation, Eric found independence and freedom when he was introduced to wheelchair rugby 5 weeks afterwards. He credits the sport for rebuilding his confidence and independence, for pulling him out of depression and realizing his full potential. Now he is a 10 year veteran of the national team, a 2X Paralympic silver medalist, and captain of the team going into Paris. He also works for DASA, a Move United member organization in St. Louis and coaches the local team. And, wheelchair rugby also led him to meet his wife Megan and two kids.