Paris Olympics

There are so many great highlights of the 2024 sports year that there may be some omissions.  There is only so much space on the sports page to cram in all the events that transpired in the world of fun and games this past year.

The final week of the 33rd Olympic Games was a spectacular and failing moment for the United States. Topping the former list was the show-stopping performance of Gabby Thomas, who won three gold medals.

Two names with significantly different purposes yet identical goals highlight the roster of the United States Olympic team that will compete in the Summer Olympic Games in Paris, France, beginning on July 26.