Steve Cash was just three years old when he was diagnosed with osteosarcoma, resulting in the amputation of his right leg. Growing up in Missouri, he discovered sled hockey through a local adaptive sports organization and quickly found his calling between the pipes.

Cash made his Paralympic debut at the Torino 2006 Games, but it was four years later in Vancouver where he made history. There, he posted five shutouts in five games—still unmatched in sled hockey Paralympic play—leading Team USA to its second-ever gold medal in the sport.

Over the course of four Paralympic Games and five world championships, Cash helped transform the United States into a global sled hockey powerhouse. Known for his composure, agility, and razor-sharp reflexes, he set the standard for goaltending in the sport, finishing his career with the most minutes played and one of the lowest goals-against averages internationally.

Off the ice, Cash has remained a central figure in the sled hockey community, mentoring younger players and developing specialized training programs for goaltenders. He’s also been a visible advocate for mental health in elite sports, speaking openly about the importance of psychological support for athletes.

In 2025, Steve Cash was inducted into the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Hall of Fame. His legacy is reflected not only in the banners and medals, but in the many goaltenders and athletes he’s helped inspire across generations.