A host of special homecoming events have been planned to welcome back Northern Ireland’s Olympic heroes following the 2024 games in Paris.
Athletes from the region picked up a record four gold medals thanks to swimmers Daniel Wiffen and Jack McMillan, rower Hannah Scott and gymnast Rhys McClenaghan.
The last Olympic gold medal won by an athlete from Northern Ireland was in 1988 when Stephen Martin was part of the Team GB hockey team.
A welcome home event has been planned by Magheralin Community Association at St Patrick’s Parish Hall.
On Wednesday afternoon, Scott who won a gold medal in the women’s quadruple sculls event, will be honoured with a day of celebrations in her home town of Coleraine.
It is set to include a meet and greet at Bann Rowing Club as well as a parade through the town to the Town Hall for a private reception.
Some 10 athletes from the borough competed in Paris, including McClenaghan – who won gold in the men’s pommel horse event – and McMillan, who won gold as part of the Team GB men’s 4x200m relay team.
“We particularly hope local sports clubs will turn out, in their kits, as this will be a great visual reminder of the diverse range of sports enjoyed across our borough and maybe encourage more people to sign up to have a go.”
