Annie Carey

Catherine Anne Carey (born October 2, 2004) is an American Paralympic athlete who competes in long jump and sprinting events at international track and field competitions.

Early life Born in Datong, Shanxi, China, Carey was adopted by Sarah and Geoff Carey and grew up in Idaho. She was born with a left clubfoot which was corrected by undergoing surgery and also resulted in drop foot and nerve damage. Carey began playing basketball and soccer at the age of five. She then began took up swimming and track and field two years later.

Carey competed in four events in the 2024 Summer Paralympics. Her best result was in sixth place in the final of the long jump and 200 metres, setting a Paralympic and American record in these respective events.

Carey competed in the 2025 World Para Athletics Championships held in New Delhi, where she won the silver medal in the 100m T44 event. She then won the gold medal in the 200m T44 event.