Hannah Scott Honored with Homecoming in Coleraine

Hannah Scott, who won gold in the women's quadruple sculls at the Paris 2024 Olympics, received a hero's welcome in her hometown of Coleraine. This marks her as the second woman from Northern Ireland to achieve Olympic gold, following Lady Mary Peters in 1972. The celebrations included a parade and a private reception after a meet-and-greet at Bann Rowing Club, where the community showed overwhelming support. Scott expressed appreciation for the local support and reflected on her journey in rowing, emphasizing the importance of belief and confidence in sports. Independent MLA Claire Sugden has called for a broader celebration of all Northern Ireland athletes who competed in Paris, hoping for a homecoming reception to honor their achievements. Scott joins other gold medallists from Northern Ireland, including Daniel Wiffen and Jack McMillan, in the recognition of their accomplishments.