Koehn’s Story

Born without stomach muscles and adopted from Ukraine, Koehn Boyd’s journey is one of faith, resilience, and triumph.

Despite enduring 20 surgeries, Koehn has become one of the rare athletes competing and excelling at the highest levels of both Paralympic and able-bodied swimming.

Team USA Paralympic Swimmer (2X World Record and 18X American Record Holder)

2X Scholastic All-American

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"I didn’t start with perfect health, a straight path, or a guaranteed shot…just a deep belief that starting is stronger than stopping. Every lap, every setback, every prayer… it all begins when you choose to start."
— Koehn Boyd