Oakland Revels in Alysa Liu's Olympic Gold Homecoming
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Olympic figure skater Alysa Liu returned to Oakland for a fan-filled homecoming at Frank Ogawa Plaza and City Hall, where she was celebrated by officials, received the key to the city, and spoke about her Chinese heritage and Oakland roots as she becomes the first U.S. woman in 24 years to win Olympic gold in figure skating (earning two medals). The event featured performances by TURFinc and Kehlani, high school drumlines, and cameos by Bay Area stars, underscoring Oakland pride and Liu’s inspirational journey.
- Alysa Liu’s homecoming celebration was hella Oakland The Oaklandside
- At Her Home Rink, Gold-Medalist Alysa Liu Inspires Oakland Fans to Pick Up Skates KQED
- ‘She is our hero’: Oakland celebrates Alysa Liu after Olympics triumph The Guardian
- Oakland's celebration for hometown Olympian Alysa Liu KTVU
- Behind the scenes of Alysa Liu’s Olympic victory tour and her new level of fame The New York Times
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