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Oakland to Host Celebration for Olympic Gold Medalist Alysa Liu
The 20-year-old figure skater, who trained at the Oakland Ice Center, will be honored at a rally in Frank Ogawa Plaza on March 12.

Alysa Liu's Olympic Gold Marks Triumph Over Skating's Toxic Culture
The 24-year-old's unconventional path back to the top of the sport shows the power of personal agency and joy over results-driven pressure.
Olympian Alysa Liu Reveals 2 Keys to Staying Grounded After Gold Medal Win
The 20-year-old figure skater shares how she's avoided getting overwhelmed by newfound fame and social media attention.
Recent news
Mar. 3, 2026
Alysa Liu Honored by Hometown NHL Team's Mascot
San Jose Sharks mascot Sharkie pays tribute to Olympic gold medalist Alysa Liu at home game.
Mar. 2, 2026
U.S. Figure Skater and UCLA Student Alysa Liu Wins Gold After Comeback
The inspiring story of how Alysa Liu won gold at the Olympics after years of retirement.
Mar. 2, 2026
U.S. Figure Skater Alysa Liu Announces Decision on 2030 Winter Olympics
The 2026 gold medalist plans to compete at the 2030 Winter Games in France.
Mar. 1, 2026
Alysa Liu Wins Olympic Gold After Chinese Spying Attempt
The American figure skater overcame a Chinese spying plot targeting her and her father, a Tiananmen Square protester.
Feb. 28, 2026
Alysa Liu wins figure skating gold, ending 24-year US drought
The 20-year-old from the San Francisco Bay Area delivered the U.S. its first women's figure skating gold medal since 2002.
Feb. 28, 2026
Alysa Liu wins figure skating gold, ending 24-year US drought
The 20-year-old American delivers a near-flawless Olympic free skate performance in Milan.
Feb. 28, 2026
Lake Elsinore to welcome year-round indoor ice rink this April
New Ice Cave facility to host hockey, skating, and more
Feb. 28, 2026
Alysa Liu Wins Olympic Gold with Unconventional Approach
The 20-year-old figure skater cared more about her artistry than the medal, defying expectations of Olympic success.
Feb. 27, 2026
Alysa Liu Wins Olympic Gold in Stunning Comeback
The 20-year-old American figure skater's incredible life story now includes an Olympic gold medal victory.
Feb. 27, 2026
Oakland's Alysa Liu wins Olympic gold in figure skating
The 20-year-old figure skater's victory at the Milan Cortina Olympics is celebrated by her hometown fans at the Oakland Ice Center.
Feb. 27, 2026
Alysa Liu Wins Gold at 2026 Winter Olympics
The 20-year-old figure skater's joyful performance captivates the crowd and makes history.
Feb. 26, 2026
Alysa Liu wins Olympic gold in figure skating comeback
20-year-old Oakland native delivers electrifying performance to end 24-year U.S. drought
Feb. 26, 2026
Clovis-Born Alysa Liu Wins Olympic Gold for Team USA in Women's Figure Skating
The 20-year-old skater is one of her generation's most accomplished athletes.
Feb. 26, 2026
Olympic Gold Medalist Alysa Liu Celebrates Family's Immigrant Legacy
Alysa Liu's father, Arthur Liu, was a Chinese political dissident who fled to the US as a refugee.
Feb. 26, 2026
Olympic Star Alysa Liu Gets Mural from LA Art Legend
The 20-year-old figure skater is immortalized in a new mural in Gardena, California.
Feb. 26, 2026
Alysa Liu Faces Reality Check After Olympic Glory
The 20-year-old figure skater is adjusting to newfound global fame after historic double-gold performance.
Feb. 26, 2026
Alysa Liu Visits Italian Restaurant in Bay Area, Reveals Cake Secret
The Olympic figure skating champion enjoyed pasta and a special dessert at Trabocco Kitchen and Cocktails.
Feb. 25, 2026
Oakland to Honor Figure Skating Champ Alysa Liu
The 20-year-old Oakland native won gold medals in team and solo events at the 2026 Winter Olympics.
Feb. 25, 2026
Olympic Champion Alysa Liu Visits Alameda Restaurant
Trabocco Kitchen and Cocktails staff impressed by Liu's warmth and graciousness
Feb. 25, 2026
Alysa Liu Greeted by Cheers at SFO After Olympic Gold
The figure skater returned home to San Francisco to a warm welcome after winning the first U.S. women's figure skating gold medal in 24 years.