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Wounded Vets Shoot Hoops at the White House (Inspiring Video)

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Wounded Vets Shoot Hoops at the White House (Inspiring Video)

The President hosted a remarkable group of wounded veterans a few weeks ago on the White House basketbal court. These "Wounded Warriors" from Walter Reed Army Medical Center showed President Obama a thing or two about wheelchair basketball.

The President hosted a remarkable group of wounded veterans a few weeks ago on the White House basketball court. These "Wounded Warriors" from Walter Reed Army Medical Center showed President Obama a thing or two about wheelchair basketball.

Check out the impressive moves that can be performed on four wheels as well as the camaraderie and confidence fostered on the court: (from the White house blog)

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