In 2002 the world was welcomed to Utah in a spectacular way. The Olympic torch was run through the streets of Ogden with the final leg being run on Historic 25th Street by Spencer Eccles. The huge crowd roared as Spence ascended the stairs to the stage and lit the cauldron. In 2002, Ogden’s Olympic moment was celebrated in spectacular fashion. In 2012, we are ready to celebrate that moment again!
The 2002 Olympic Winter Games showed off the hospitality of Utah. The Olympic volunteers helped everyone to have a great experience. The athletes, officials, SLOC staff, government officials and spectators all witnessed a phenomenal outpouring of friendliness, cooperation and compassion from the volunteers. And the volunteers all became an integral part of “The Games”. That same volunteer spirit is alive and thriving in the Ogden community today and we want you to be part of the energy and excitement that surrounds this community and the world class events we support. Recommit yourself to your community...Get connected with the GOAL Foundation here!
In honor of the 10th anniversary of the games and all of those involved, the GOAL Foundation, Ogden City, Weber State University and Snowbasin will host another celebration. The celebrations will take place February 15-18, 2012. There will be a public reception at the Banff Film Festival. Discounts for volunteers will be offered at Snowbasin and the Ice Sheet. In conjunction with the Mustangs, the GOAL Foundation will sponsor the opening ceremony. Click here for a full schedule.
