Jamie Crosser
“Being active, fit, and healthy is a great form of self-care that helps with so many other aspects of daily life.” – Jamie Crosser
Jamie Crosser was born with oculocutaneous albinism (OCA) and is legally blind. She discovered adaptive sports at a young age and was immediately drawn to the energy and atmosphere of competition. From the sidelines, she watched athletes compete and couldn’t wait for her own opportunity to participate.
That opportunity came in seventh grade. Crosser competed in every adaptive sport her school offered through twelfth grade, but two stood out: swimming and goalball. In the pool, she found a love for individual competition and quickly excelled. Goalball drew her in with its fast-paced environment and strong team dynamic, challenging her to grow both individually and as a teammate.
From 2012 to 2017, Crosser competed in goalball through the Eastern Athletic Association for the Blind (EAAB). In 2018, she began competing nationally with the United States Association of Blind Athletes (USABA), where she continues to represent the organization today. She also competes in swimming at both regional and national levels.
In May 2021, Crosser graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Sociology with a minor in Gender and Women’s Studies. She now resides in Harrisonburg, Virginia. Sport continues to motivate her daily, encouraging her to pursue goals both inside and outside of competition. Crosser remains grateful for every opportunity adaptive sports has provided and looks forward to what lies ahead.
Sports
- Goalball
City
- Harrisonburg
