Muffy Davis

Muffy Davis is an American paralympic athlete, born on June 25, 1973, in Sun Valley, Idaho. She is globally recognized as one of the most inspiring athletes of all time. Davis began her professional career with skiing before shifting to handcycling due to a tragic accident. Despite the adversity, she went on to win numerous titles, including three Paralympic gold medals in handcycling.

Davis is known for her incredible strength, determination, and versatility. She has won numerous individual awards and holds multiple records, establishing herself as a top athlete in paralympic sports.

Off the field, Davis is also recognized for her advocacy work for people with disabilities, making significant contributions and inspiring millions worldwide.

Skiing Career

• Youth and Early Career: Davis was born and raised in Sun Valley and started skiing at a young age. She was a promising downhill skier before her accident in 1989.

Paralympic Skiing

• Career Shift: Following her accident, Davis pursued paralympic skiing. She won her first Paralympic medals in the 1998 Winter Paralympics in Nagano, Japan, earning two silver and a bronze.

Handcycling

• Career Change: In 2002, Davis transitioned to handcycling and quickly excelled in the sport. She won the handcycling world championships in 2002, 2006, and 2011.

Paralympic Handcycling

• Gold Medals: Davis won three gold medals in handcycling at the 2012 Summer Paralympics in London.

USA Paralympic Team

• Debut: Made her debut for the USA Paralympic Team in 1998.

Achievements:

• Paralympic Winter Games: Won two silver and one bronze medal in 1998.
• Paralympic Summer Games: Won three gold medals in 2012.
• Davis is one of the most decorated athletes in the history of American paralympic sports.

• Position: Primarily a handcyclist, but also excelled as a paralympic skier.
• Skills: Known for her incredible strength, determination, and adaptability. Davis is celebrated for her versatility and resilience in overcoming adversity.

• Family: Davis is married and has one daughter. Her husband's name is Jeff Burley.
• Philanthropy: Davis is involved in various advocacy work for people with disabilities and has made significant contributions to promoting inclusivity in sports.

• Muffy Davis is celebrated not only for her extraordinary talent and numerous records but also for her resilience, determination, and advocacy for people with disabilities. Her impact on the sport and her status as an icon extend beyond the field, inspiring millions of people around the world.

Paralympic Winter Games Medals:

• 2 Silver and 1 Bronze in 1998

Paralympic Summer Games Medals:

• 3 Gold in 2012

Handcycling World Championships:

• Gold in 2002, 2006, and 2011

Books

• Davis, M. (2012) Live Your Dreams: An Inspirational Journey From Injury to Achieving Paralympic Gold. Self-published.

Websites

• Paralympic: Information about Muffy Davis’s international career and achievements. Available at: https://www.paralympic.org
• Team USA: Details about Davis’s career at Team USA. Available at: https://www.teamusa.org

Articles

• ESPN: Muffy Davis: Career in numbers. Available at: https://www.espn.com
• The Guardian: Muffy Davis’s career highlights and records. Available at: https://www.theguardian.com

Interviews and Documentaries

• Paralympics (2012): Directed by Anthony Wonke. This documentary provides a detailed look at Davis’s life and career, featuring interviews with her family, friends, and colleagues.
• ESPN Interviews: Various interviews and features on Muffy Davis, covering different aspects of her career. Available at: https://www.espn.com