Oklahoma City to Host 2028 Olympic Softball and Canoe Slalom Events

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Oklahoma City's Devon Park will host the canoe slalom and softball Olympic events during the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, according to USA Softball CEO Craig Cress. Cress sat down with local news station KFOR to discuss how the city is preparing to host these events for 16 days during the games.

Why it matters

The 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles will be the first Summer Games held in the United States since 1996, and Oklahoma City's selection as a host city represents a major opportunity for the region to showcase its athletic facilities and infrastructure on a global stage.

The details

Cress explained that Oklahoma City's Devon Park has been chosen to host the canoe slalom and softball events during the 2028 Olympics. The city will host these events for 16 days as part of the LA28 games.

• The 2028 Los Angeles Olympics will take place.
• Oklahoma City will host the canoe slalom and softball events for 16 days during the LA28 Olympics.

What they’re saying

What’s next

Officials in Oklahoma City and the LA28 organizing committee will continue to work on preparations and infrastructure upgrades to ensure a successful hosting of the canoe slalom and softball events.