WASHINGTON, D.C. – This morning, the United States Olympic Committee released the completed list of 2016 U.S. Olympic Team members for the summer games in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. U.S. Senator Deb Fischer (R-Neb.) released the following statement congratulating the four Nebraska natives who will represent the United States at this summer’s games.
“I’m proud to congratulate these four Nebraskans for earning their spots on the 2016 U.S. Olympic Team. I look forward to cheering them on as they compete in next month’s competitions. Each of these young men and women represent the very best of our state and our nation, and I wish them good luck in Rio. Go for the gold!”
Four Nebraskans will travel to Brazil as part of Team USA. They include Maggie Malone of Geneva, Jordan Larson of Hooper, Jack Sock of Lincoln, and Frank Thompson of Alliance. The 2016 Olympic Games will begin Friday, August 5 and last until Sunday, August 21.
Nebraska’s Team USA Athletes:
Maggie Malone
Women’s Track & Field (Javelin Throw)
Geneva, Nebraska
Jordan Larson
Women’s Volleyball (Outside Hitter)
Hooper, Nebraska
Jack Sock
Men’s Tennis (Singles, Doubles)
Lincoln, Nebraska
Frank Thompson
Men’s Shooting (Skeet)
Alliance, Nebraska
Click here to view the entire list of
Team USA Athletes for the 2016 Olympic Games.
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