NewsMarch 11, 2002
Olympic medalist feted at hometown
GREAT NECK, N.Y. -- Olympic figure skating champion Sarah Hughes was feted in her hometown Sunday with hundreds lining the streets to watch marching bands, politicians, police and fire departments parading in her honor. Hughes, 16, shocked the sports world Feb. 21 when she turned a fourth-place finish in preliminary Olympic competition into a gold medal-winning performance in the finals...
The Associated Press
GREAT NECK, N.Y. -- Olympic figure skating champion Sarah Hughes was feted in her hometown Sunday with hundreds lining the streets to watch marching bands, politicians, police and fire departments parading in her honor.
Hughes, 16, shocked the sports world Feb. 21 when she turned a fourth-place finish in preliminary Olympic competition into a gold medal-winning performance in the finals.
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One supporter held up a sign that said, "Sarah's the best. No need for a test."
"This is exhilarating," said Dr. Ralph Sasto, a local physician. "I should have practiced my skating more. Maybe I could have become a Sarah Hughes."
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