The Utah sports community is in mourning. Colin Hilton, president of the State Olympic Heritage FoundationHe died at the age of 58. The circumstances of his death have not been made public. He played a key role in the maintenance of the legacy of the 2002 Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games and eyes had naturally turned to him since the awarding of the 2034 Winter Games to Utah.
The organizing committee paid tribute to him in a statement. I know that I speak on behalf of the Olympic and Paralympic Movement when I pay tribute to our friend and colleague Colin Hilton, reacted Fraser Bullock, president of Utah 2034. He played a key role in helping us win the bid for the 2034 Games. But it was above all in showcasing our heritage and creating real added value for communities that he truly excelled. His work in the field of heritage is unparalleled in the world.He also used his role to bring together national and international leaders in winter sports, thereby strengthening our Utah 2034 team and adding value to all sporting disciplines. »
Brad Wilson, CEO of COJOP, for his part, emphasized his knowledge, his energy and his commitment " as well as " its influence on this state and on the Olympic and Paralympic communitywhich will be felt for many years to come ».
