Olympic and Paralympic Strength - Edmond, OK - Figurative Public Sculpture on Waymarking.com

This bronze sculpture by artist, Jon D. Hair, stands eight feet high, on a three-tiered circular base. It is an open globe of the earth with the latitude and longitude lines and continents solid. The earth is being held up on the backs of four athletes who represent the diversity in athleticism. One is African American, with a Olympic medal around his neck. A second athlete is female, wearing a medal from the Pan Am Games. A third represents a paralympian and he is wearing a medal from the International Paralympic Committee games. The fourth athlete, wearing sandals and a head sash is an ancient Greek representing the initial Olympic movement. This is a powerful sculpture making a strong statement.

A plaque beneath the sculpture reads:

Olympic and
Paralympic Strength
By Jon Hair
Purchased by
University of Central Oklahoma
Partnering with
Edmond Visual Arts Commission
April 2014

A second plaque placed by the University reads:

University of Central Oklahoma
"Olympic and Paralympic Strength"
Strength of Mind, Body and Spirit
Artist: Jon D. Hair
April 2014

In 2005, the University of Central Oklahoma was designated as an official U.S.
Paralympic Training Site in recognition of its dedication to the adapted sports
community and willingness to help Paralympic hopefuls achieve their Paralympic
dreams. In 2009, UCO became an official U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Training Site.
Through these designations, UCO has provided athletes of all ages and abilities
opportunities to reach toward their highest goal of standing on the medal podium at an
Olympic or Paralympic Games.

Name or use 'Unknown' if not known: Olympic and Paralympic Strength Figure Type: Human Artist Name or use 'Unknown' if not known: Jon D. Hair Date created or placed or use 'Unknown' if not known: April 2014 Materials used: Bronze Location: UCO - Wellness Center

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