Shelby McEwen Makes History, Claims Silver in 2024 Olympics High Jump

Abbeville Native Soars to Success

Impressive Leap Nets American a Prestigious Medal

American track and field athlete Shelby McEwen has made history by securing a silver medal in the high jump at the 2024 Olympics in Paris. The Abbeville, Mississippi, native cleared an impressive 2.36 meters on Saturday, narrowly missing out on the gold but setting a new personal best in the process.