Katie Bone, 19, pursues a 2028 speed-climbing Olympic dream while managing Type 1 diabetes. SDP funding renewal would sustain management tech and trials. She trains through knee rehab with a diabetes‑alert dog and a supportive partner.

The piece ties her story to broader T1D visibility, including Barbie's Type 1 edition and athletes like Mark Andrews and Max Domi. It flags funding debates and ADA donations as crucial for athletes chasing elite goals.