Uncommon Grit Athletes
FOR MORE THAN THE FINISH LINE.
Uncommon Grit Athletes brings together people who love to push their limits, chase big goals, and make a difference along the way. Whether you're competing, cheering someone on, or helping spread the word, you're part of something bigger here.
A Little Grit Goes a Long Way
Every athlete has a reason for taking on a challenge, and we love the stories behind those goals.
Through Uncommon Grit Athletes, they're turning their personal pursuits into opportunities to raise awareness and funds for Uncommon Grit SEAL Foundation, helping veterans, first responders, and their families find pathways to healing, stability, and connection.
And behind every athlete is a community of people backing them and helping make it all possible.
MEET THE ATHLETES
Get to know the people pursuing an athletic goal and bringing our community along for the ride.
Eric Robersten
Open Water Swimming | Singapore
Eric first took up open water swimming to challenge misconceptions about autism, having never swum more than 500 meters. Since then, he's tackled extraordinary distances, including a 29 km swim around Dubai's World Islands.
Following a difficult injury and recovery, he's preparing for his next big challenge.
Coming Up: Rottnest Channel Swim | February 2027
D. "McB" McBurnett, SEAL, Ret.
Triathlon | United States
A retired Navy SEAL, photographer, and co-founder of Uncommon Grit SEAL Foundation, McB has spent much of his life embracing challenges and encouraging others to do the same.
He's training for Ironman Texas, using the journey to bring more people into the UGSF community and support the mission he helped build.
Coming Up: Ironman Texas | April 2027
Vincent Nunez
Triathlon & Endurance Sports | Nebraska/California
A mechanical engineering student and Navy ROTC midshipman at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, Vinny has a passion for endurance sports and pushing his limits. His connection to UGSF began with a high school project focused on veteran care, where a conversation with Navy SEAL veteran Pete Scobell inspired him to find ways to give back.
Now he's training for Ironman 70.3 Gulf Coast, aiming to finish in under five hours while raising awareness and support for the veterans and first responders who inspire him.
Coming Up: Ironman 70.3 Gulf Coast | May 2027
There's Room for You Here.
You don't need to be an elite athlete or have a record-breaking goal. Maybe you're training for your first 5K, getting back into a sport you love, or working toward something you've always wanted to try.
If you've got a challenge in mind and want to make it count for something more, tell us a little about it. We'd love to hear from you.
Not competing? You can still be part of the team by supporting an athlete, sharing their story, or cheering them on.
Interested in joining? Complete this quick form and we’ll talk more about the details.