IOC president visits Utah ahead of 2034 Winter Games
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International Olympic Committee President Kirsty Coventry visited Utah on Wednesday, meeting with state leaders and schoolchildren to promote the Olympic values of excellence, friendship, and respect ahead of the 2034 Winter Games.
Coventry began her day with a private meeting with Governor Spencer Cox and other officials before speaking to students at Washington Elementary School in Salt Lake City.
She shared her experiences as a swimmer for Zimbabwe at five Olympic Games, encouraging the children to pursue their dreams and try new activities. Coventry also toured facilities that will be used for the 2034 Games, including Utah Olympic Park and the Salt Lake City Sports Complex. At the sports complex, she announced a $5,000 donation from the organizing committee to Utah Youth Sports Giving Day, which pleased players from the Utah Lady Grizzlies, an all-girls hockey organization.
The IOC president emphasized the importance of legacy, noting that facilities from the 2002 Winter Olympics are still being used by athletes today. She expressed hope that the 2034 Games will inspire a new generation of Utah athletes and continue to foster community and passion for sport. Coventry, elected last year to lead the Switzerland-based IOC, plans to remain president through the 2034 games.
