For personal use
For personal use
Frequently purchased
Shoutout
$10+
April will record a video for you
More options for family, friends, or yourself
Post
$19+
April will post on social media for you
Appearance
$11+
April will attend your practice or event
Autograph
$69+
April will sign something for you
Pitch Anything
$10+
April will respond to your custom request
For brand or business use
For brand or business use
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About
Biography
April Holmes is a remarkable sports trailblazer who has defied the constraints of disability through determination and an unyielding work ethic. In 2001, a tragic train accident cost her left leg below the knee, but it ignited a fierce passion for the Paralympic Games and three audacious goals: donning the USA uniform, breaking world records, and capturing gold medals. Since her debut in Paralympic track & field in 2002, April has soared to unparalleled heights. Representing the USA with pride, she graced every major championship between 2002 and 2016. Her achievements are nothing short of awe-inspiring, boasting an astounding 14 IPC World Records and 18 American Records in the 100, 200, 400 meters, and long jump. Additionally, she earned three Paralympic medals—1 Gold and 2 Bronze—and claimed five World Championship medals. Beyond the track, April's influence extends far and wide. Armed with an MBA in Marketing, she Co-Founder and CEO of tech startup HeroHangout.
Affiliations
U.S. Paralympics Track & Field
Accolades
Collegiate All-American • Collegiate All-Conference • Collegiate Conference Champion • Collegiate Conference Tournament Champion • Olympic/Paralympic Bronze Medalist • Olympic/Paralympic Gold Medalist • Professional Champion • World Cup Gold Medalist • World Cup/Championship Gold Medalist • World Cup/Championship Silver Medalist
Location
Orlando, FL, USA
Miami, FL, USA
Philadelphia, PA, USA
Background
Professional athlete • Female • African American • 51 • English
Hometown
Somerdale, NJ, USA
Interests
Arts & culture
Business & finance
Disability advocacy
Entertainment
About
Biography
April Holmes is a remarkable sports trailblazer who has defied the constraints of disability through determination and an unyielding work ethic. In 2001, a tragic train accident cost her left leg below the knee, but it ignited a fierce passion for the Paralympic Games and three audacious goals: donning the USA uniform, breaking world records, and capturing gold medals. Since her debut in Paralympic track & field in 2002, April has soared to unparalleled heights. Representing the USA with pride, she graced every major championship between 2002 and 2016. Her achievements are nothing short of awe-inspiring, boasting an astounding 14 IPC World Records and 18 American Records in the 100, 200, 400 meters, and long jump. Additionally, she earned three Paralympic medals—1 Gold and 2 Bronze—and claimed five World Championship medals. Beyond the track, April's influence extends far and wide. Armed with an MBA in Marketing, she Co-Founder and CEO of tech startup HeroHangout.
Affiliations
U.S. Paralympics Track & Field
Accolades
Collegiate All-American • Collegiate All-Conference • Collegiate Conference Champion • Collegiate Conference Tournament Champion • Olympic/Paralympic Bronze Medalist • Olympic/Paralympic Gold Medalist • Professional Champion • World Cup Gold Medalist • World Cup/Championship Gold Medalist • World Cup/Championship Silver Medalist
Location
Orlando, FL, USA
Miami, FL, USA
Philadelphia, PA, USA
Background
Professional athlete • Female • African American • 51 • English
Hometown
Somerdale, NJ, USA
Interests
Arts & culture
Business & finance
Disability advocacy
Entertainment
Fashion & beauty
Fitness
Food
Home & family
For personal use
Frequently purchased
Shoutout
$10+
April will record a video for you
More options for family, friends, or yourself
Post
$19+
April will post on social media for you
Appearance
$11+
April will attend your practice or event
Autograph
$69+
April will sign something for you
Pitch Anything
$10+
April will respond to your custom request
For brand or business use
For brand or business use
Use our step-by-step deal builder to send offers or post opportunities for a marketing campaign
Create offer or opportunity