Californians Shine at 2026 Winter Olympics, Winning Five Medals

Athletes from Oakland, Torrance, Redondo Beach, and Eastvale contribute to Team USA's success.

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

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Californians competing for Team USA at the 2026 Olympic Winter Games in Milano Cortina, Italy, have brought home five medals, highlighting the state's continued presence on the international winter sports stage. Athletes from communities including Oakland, Torrance, Redondo Beach and Eastvale contributed to Team USA's medal count.

Why it matters

California has long been a hotbed for winter sports talent, and the state's strong showing at the 2026 Winter Olympics underscores its enduring influence in these events. The medals won by Californians showcase the depth of the state's athletic programs and the dedication of its winter sports athletes.

The details

Alysa Liu of Oakland won two gold medals in figure skating, helping secure Team USA's position atop the podium. Chloe Kim of Torrance earned a silver medal in the women's snowboard halfpipe final, adding to her career résumé. Madison Chock of Redondo Beach captured silver in Olympic ice dance alongside her partner and husband, Evan Bates. Cayla Barnes of Eastvale helped lead the United States women's hockey team to a gold medal victory over Canada in overtime.

  • The 2026 Olympic Winter Games took place in Milano Cortina, Italy.
  • The Paralympic Games are scheduled for March 6 through March 15 in Milano Cortina.

The players

Alysa Liu

An Oakland figure skater who won two gold medals for Team USA.

Chloe Kim

A Torrance snowboarder who earned a silver medal in the women's halfpipe final.

Madison Chock

A Redondo Beach ice dancer who captured silver in the Olympic ice dance competition alongside her partner and husband, Evan Bates.

Cayla Barnes

An Eastvale hockey player who helped lead the United States women's hockey team to a gold medal victory over Canada in overtime.

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What they’re saying

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)

What’s next

The Paralympic Games are scheduled for March 6 through March 15 in Milano Cortina, where two more Californians, Jen Lee of Daly City and Kate Delson of San Diego, are set to compete for Team USA.

The takeaway

California's strong showing at the 2026 Winter Olympics, with athletes from diverse communities across the state winning five medals, underscores the state's enduring influence and talent in winter sports. This success reflects the depth and dedication of California's athletic programs and the state's continued prominence on the international stage.