Grenada’s Olympic Team to Receive Hero’s Welcome
Anderson Peters won bronze in the men’s javelin at the Paris Olympics.
Homecoming Celebrations
Grenada’s Olympic team will be greeted with much celebration when they return home from the Paris Olympics over the weekend. A six-member team comprising Kirani James, Lindon Victor, Anderson Peters, and swimmers Halle Hazzard, Tilly Collymore, and Zachary Gresham captured two bronze medals at the recently concluded Olympics, their highest-ever medal haul.
Medal Winners
Victor grabbed bronze in the men’s javelin, while Victor was third-best in the men’s decathlon. James, Grenada’s first and only Olympic gold medalist, finished fifth in the men’s 400 meters.
Celebrations and Recognition
In a press release issued on Wednesday, the Government of Grenada announced that ceremonies to honor the achievements and representation of all the country’s participants in the just-concluded Paris Olympics will occur on Saturday, August 17, and Sunday, August 18. Peters, James, and Victor will arrive home on Saturday.
Acting Minister of Sports
“The activities have been put in place to celebrate athletes who have brought glory and honor to our land,” said Acting Minister of Sports Delma Thomas. “Let’s get together and be part of the grandest welcome ever as we celebrate Grenadian resilience and excellence,” she added, encouraging citizens throughout Grenada to organize and participate in their various communities, especially in Sunday’s events.
Weekend Activities
Government officials, executives of sports associations, and family members will greet the athletes, and Grenadians are invited to a greeting party outside the airport at 2 p.m. The weekend’s activities will include a national motorcade on Sunday, August 18, beginning at Morne Rouge and a recognition rally at the La Sagesse Playing field.
Conclusion
Grenada’s Olympic team is set to receive a hero’s welcome, with ceremonies and celebrations planned for Saturday and Sunday. The team’s medal haul is a testament to their hard work and dedication, and the Government of Grenada is eager to recognize their achievements.
FAQs
Q: When will the Olympic team return to Grenada?
A: The team will return to Grenada over the weekend, with Peters, James, and Victor arriving on Saturday.
Q: What are the weekend’s activities?
A: The weekend’s activities will include a national motorcade on Sunday, beginning at Morne Rouge, and a recognition rally at the La Sagesse Playing field.
Q: Who will be in attendance at the ceremonies?
A: Government officials, executives of sports associations, and family members will be in attendance, as well as Grenadians who are invited to participate in the events.