Parry Sound, Ontario is preparing to celebrate local Olympic gold medalist Megan Oldham. The 24-year-old skier made headlines this week by securing gold at the Milan-Cortina Olympics. She also previously won bronze earlier in the games.
Celebration Plans for Megan Oldham
The town’s Mayor, Jamie McGarvey, announced plans for a special event dedicated to Oldham. This celebration is scheduled for February 28 at the Charles W. Stockey Center for the Performing Arts. Key logistics for the event are being coordinated with Oldham and her family.
Recent Achievements
Megan Oldham showcased her extraordinary talent by winning gold in the women’s big air event at Livigno Snow Park. After overcoming a 75-minute weather delay, she delivered a spectacular performance. Her combined score of 180.75 was highlighted by an impressive first run of 91.75, the highest score of the night.
- Gold Medal: Women’s Big Air
- Bronze Medal: Slopestyle on February 9
- Location: Livigno Snow Park, Italy
Oldham’s achievements have created a wave of pride in the community. Mayor McGarvey expressed how the townsfolk are excited about her accomplishments. “It’s like the community was abuzz when she won bronze,” he noted, highlighting the joy and pride within Parry Sound.
Community Support
Parry Sound, home to approximately 7,000 residents, also celebrates its storied history, being the hometown of hockey legend Bobby Orr. While there are discussions about possibly honoring Oldham with a sign similar to Orr’s, these talks remain preliminary.
With two medals at the Olympics, Oldham is part of Canada’s 12 total medals, of which three are gold. Celebrating local athletes like Oldham is a source of inspiration for the community’s youth and sports enthusiasts alike.
