For the brave

Joe Hineman is 82 years old.  He lost his left leg during World War II. Thanks to this annual event, Hineman learned to ski at age 70. He started playing hockey three years ago at age 79.

Hockey is not just a game, it’s a lesson that is passed on from veteran to veteran.

Michael Kuhn is the former navy man was injured in a car accident in 1998. For 3 years, Michael has been coming to the national disabled veteran’s winter sports clinic.

The experiences here have helped his rehabilitation... and his self esteem.

As these veterans work on their abilities, all they say they need is the right equipment, a little patience from the rest of us... and that we listen carefully.

David Shuster is a Hardball correspondent. 'Hardball' airs weeknights at 7 p.m. ET on MSNBC.

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