Help Support Chad Saultz' Recovery
On February 22, 2025, privateer motocross athlete Chad Salutz was seriously injured while practicing at the Georgia Practice Facility and was airlifted to Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare.
Doctors diagnosed a burst fracture at T7–T8, a spinal cord contusion, multiple rib fractures, and a stable C3 fracture. The injury resulted in paralysis from the belly button down. On February 23, Chad underwent a 5.5-hour spinal surgery to stabilize his spine.
For the last year and a half, Chad has been focused on his recovery and celebrates progress over perfection. While the road ahead may still hold uncertainty, he faces it with with his finacee, Kelsie Dulaney and together, their resilience, gratitude, and determination continue to inspire everyone who follows their journey.