Ryan

Medrano

Quick Facts

• • Originally from Savannah Georgia and is a proud El Pasoain
  • is a determined Para track and field athlete and a versatile competitor with a remarkable journey.
  • Gained national recognition as a cast member on Season 43 of *Survivor*, where his resilience and competitive spirit were on full display
  • Discovered Para track and field after competing on CBS' Survivor alongside 2020 Paralympian Noelle Lambert
  • Ryan’s journey from *Survivor* to the Paralympic podium reflects his determination, passion, and relentless pursuit of excellence.
  • Balancing the roles of an elite athlete, father, and part-time worker, Ryan continues to inspire others with his dedication, positive energy, and unwavering commitment to achieving greatness on the road to the 2028 Los Angeles Paralympic Games.
  • Ryan went to Utep for a couple semesters for kinesiology but had to pull out because of a car crash that injured his back. He graduated from Coronado High School.

World Championships Experience

• Most recent: 2024 – silver (400m T38 - Men), 5th (100m T38 - Men), 10th (Long Jump T38 - Men)
• Years of participation: 100m T38 - Men 2023, 2024; 400m T38 - Men 2023, 2024; Long Jump T38 - Men 2023, 2024
• Medals: 1 (1 silver)
  • Silver – 2024 (400m T38 - Men)

Career Highlights

• ParaPan American Games Santiago 2023, gold (400m T38 - Men)
• Two-time T38 Long Jump USA Champion

Paralympic Experience

• 1-time Paralympian; 2-time Paralympic medalist (2 silver)
  • Paralympic Games Paris 2024, silver (100m T38 - Men, 400m T38 - Men), 6th (Long Jump T38 - Men)