Danielle Green played on the Notre Dame team that won it all in 2001. After college she served in the Army, as an MP.

Last year she lost her arm in Iraq. A long New York Times piece follows her struggles and those of West Point grad Dawn Halfaker, who also played hoops, served in Iraq, and lost an arm.

"Both were aware of being in this transparent world, their very personal fight being watched closely because they were women, amputees and athletes," says occupational therapist Capt. Katie Yancosek.

Green has talked about her recovery elsewhere, and about her new athletic ambitions. Disabled Sports USA took Green and Halfaker skiing. Green now hopes to compete in javelin at the Paralympics: “When I was able-bodied, I was scared to do this,” she says. “But now, it’s just like I’m ready to take on any challenge that comes my way."