In Rowing, Men’s Four Wins First Olympic Gold Medal Since 1960
The last time a U.S. crew in the coxless men’s four stood atop the podium, Dwight D. Eisenhower was president.
Athlete Bio#
Height
5'9"
Age
26
Hometown
Belleville, WI
Education
University of Wisconsin '20
Personal
- Walked onto the team at Wisconsin after hearing about it from a high school friend who thought she’d enjoy it
- Grew up showing pigs, rabbits, and horses as a part of her local 4H club
- Has a black belt in martial arts
- Took vocal lessons and was in musicals for 12 years as a child
- Works in environmental conservation and protection
- Hobbies include hiking, camping, crochet, cycling, cooking and trying new restaurants
World Championships Experience
- Most recent: 2023 – 11th (Quadruple Sculls - Women)
- Years of participation: Quadruple Sculls - Women 2023
- Top finish: 11th – 2023 (Quadruple Sculls - Women)
Career Highlights
- 2024 World Rowing Final Olympic & Paralympic Qualification Regatta, 1st (Women - Quadruple Sculls)
- 2023 World Rowing Cup II, 5th (Women - Double Sculls); 7th (Women - Quadruple Sculls)
- 2023 USRowing National Selection Regatta, 1st (Women - Double Sculls)
Olympic Experience
- 1-time Olympian;
- Olympic Games Paris 2024, 9th (Quadruple Sculls - Women)
Lauren O'Connor Photos#
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