CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (August 23, 2024) — Chattanooga Football Club today announced that it will celebrate Olympic gold medalist and Chattanooga native Olivia Reeves on Sunday, September 1st at Finley Stadium. CFC hosts Atlanta United 2 for a crucial Eastern Conference match with a 7:00 p.m. kick-off.
Reeves, who is back in Chattanooga to complete her degree at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, will be in attendance at the match, along with her gold medal in weightlifting in the 71kg class at Paris 2024.
Reeves will be joined by City of Chattanooga Mayor Tim Kelly at the match.
"I’m really excited to be back home as the support from the community has been unbelievable,” said Reeves. "I'm excited to celebrate with all the Chattanooga Football Club fans at Finley Stadium this Sunday evening.”
Fans are encouraged to stay for the club's fireworks finale after the conclusion of the match.
For more on Reeves' incredible journey, visit Local 3 News.
Photo credit: AP Photo/Kin Cheung
