Paralympic hopeful and Para surfer, Jose Martinez
Paralympic hopeful and Para surfer, Jose Martinez
PROJECT NAME
Surfing therapy for veterans
Role
Producer
Editor
DATE
2020
Retired U.S. Army Spc. Jose Martinez set off an IED while deployed in Afghanistan. He lost three limbs and a partial hand amputation due to the explosion. Through his journey he has found friends to help him along; Ricochet and surfing.
This story would not have been possible without the help and footage of Ricochet's owner Judy Fridono, Ruben Ramirez and the directors of 'Superpower Dogs' by Cosmic Picture.