Southern California fields more than 30 athletes at the 2024 Summer Olympic Games in Paris
As 2024 Summer Olympics kick into gear, Southern California has sent a sizable contingent of more than 30 athletes to represent the United States. Joining the US teams more than 500 athletes, this group will compete across various disciplines, showcasing the region’s rich talent and dedication to sports.
Athletes from Southern California will participate in sports ranging from basketball and beach volleyball to track and field and skateboarding. With representatives in nearly every major event, the area’s depth of talent is on full display.
Southern California has a long history of producing top-tier Olympic athletes–maybe it has something to do with the year-round favorable climate, extensive sports programs, and strong community support for athletic development. The region’s world-class training facilities and access to expert coaching also play a significant role in nurturing young talent.
These athletes are part of a larger Team USA, which boasts over 500 competitors, each bringing their unique skills and determination to the global stage. Southern California’s representatives are ready to showcase their hard work and passion, aiming for Olympic glory in Paris.
Here’s the complete list of SoCal athletes:
ARCHERY
- Catalina Gnoriega, San Diego
BASKETBALL
- Jrue Holiday, Los Angeles
- Kawhi Leonard, Los Angeles
- Kareem Maddox, Los Angeles
- Kelsey Plum, Poway
- Diana Taurasi, Chino
BEACH VOLLEYBALL
- Andy Benesh, Rancho Palos Verdes
- Kelly Cheng, Fullerton
- Sara Hughes, Costa Mesa
- Miles Partain, Pacific Palisades
BOXING
- Jajaira Gonzalez, Glendora
FENCING
- Nick Itkin, Los Angeles
GOLF
- Collin Morikawa, La Cañada
- Xander Schauffele, San Diego
PARA SHOOTING
- Yanxiao Gong, Malibu
- Kevin Nguyen, Westminster
ROWING
- Azja Czajkowski, Chula Vista
SKATEBOARDING
- Chris Joslin, Hawaiian Gardens
- Tom Schaar, Malibu
- Tate Crew, San Diego
- Ruby Lily, Oceanside
SURFING
- Griffin Colapinto, San Clemente
- Caitlin Simmers, Oceanside
TABLE TENNIS
- Kanak Jha, Milpitas
- Rachel Sung, San Jose
TAEKWONDO
- CJ Nickolas, Brentwood
TRACK AND FIELD
- Kendall Ellis, North Hollywood
- Michael Norman, Murrieta
- Nico Young, Camarillo
TRIATHLON
- Taylor Spivey, Redondo Beach
VOLLEYBALL
- TJ Defalco, Huntington Beach
- Garrett Muagututia, Oceanside
- Kathryn Plummer, Aliso Viejo
- Justine Wong Orantes, Cypress
WATER POLO
- Rachel Fattal, Seal Beach
- Kaleigh Gilchrist, Newport Beach
- Amanda Longan, Moorpark
- Maddie Musselman, Newport Beach
- Tara Prentice, Temecula
WHEELCHAIR BASKETBALL
- Courtney Ryan, San Diego
WHEELCHAIR RUGBY
- Clayton Brackett, Irvine
WHEELCHAIR TENNIS
- Dana Mathewson, San Diego
