Lauren Scruggs – Won Silver Medal in Women’s individual foil Fencing at Paris Olympics 2024

Lauren Scruggs etched her name into the annals of Olympic history by securing a silver medal in the women’s foil event at the 2024 Paris Olympics. The young fencer’s journey to the podium was nothing short of remarkable. Her impressive performance not only showcased her exceptional talent but also marked a significant milestone for American fencing.  

Scruggs’ silver medal win is a testament to her dedication and hard work. Her achievement has inspired countless young athletes and brought further recognition to the sport of fencing in the United States

Early Life and Education

Lauren Scruggs was born on January 27, 2003, in Queens, New York. She developed an interest in fencing at the age of six, inspired by her older brother who joined a fencing club in Brooklyn. She attended Packer Collegiate Institute, graduating in 2021. Following in her brother Nolen’s footsteps, who fenced at Columbia University, Lauren pursued her passion for the sport. Currently, she is a student at Harvard University, majoring in philosophy.

Career Highlights

Lauren Scruggs has made a significant impact in the world of fencing. She is a two-time champion at the Junior World Fencing Championships, securing individual gold medals in 2019 and 2022. Additionally, she earned various individual and team awards in 2018 and 2021. In 2023, Lauren clinched an individual gold medal at the NCAA Fencing Championships in Durham, North Carolina, contributing to Harvard’s fifth-place team finish.

In June 2024, Lauren won a bronze medal at the Pan American Fencing Championships in Lima. She continued her impressive performance by qualifying for the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, where she earned a silver medal in the women’s foil event. She defeated top fencers Arianna Errigo and Eleanor Harvey before finishing second to fellow American Lee Kiefer.

the table with the full list of U.S. medal winners:

Also read- USA Medal Winners at Paris Olympics 2024: A Complete List

No	Date	Athlete/Team	Medal	Event	Sport
1	27 July	Sarah Bacon/Kassidy Cook	Silver	Women’s springboard 3m synchronized	Diving
2	27 July	Chloe Dygert	Bronze	Women’s individual time trial	Cycling
3	27 July	Katie Ledecky	Bronze	400m freestyle	Swimming
4	27 July	Kate Douglass, Gretchen Walsh, Torri Huske, Simone Manuel, Erika Connolly, Abbey Weitzel	Silver	4x100m freestyle, women	Swimming
5	27 July	Jack Alexj, Chris Guiliano, Hunter Armstrong, Caeleb Dressel, Ryan Held, Matt King	Gold	4x100m freestyle, men	Swimming
6	28 July	Haley Batten	Silver	Women’s cross country	Mountain Bike
7	28 July	Torri Huske	Gold	Women’s 100m butterfly	Swimming
8	28 July	Gretchen Walsh	Silver	Women’s 100m butterfly	Swimming
9	28 July	Carson Foster	Bronze	Men’s 400m IM	Swimming
10	28 July	Lee Kiefer	Gold	Women’s individual foil	Fencing
11	28 July	Lauren Scruggs	Silver	Women’s individual foil	Fencing
12	28 July	Nic Fink	Silver	Men’s 100m breaststroke

Personal Life

Lauren Scruggs is openly lesbian and is currently in a relationship with a classmate from Harvard. She is actively involved with the Peter Westbrook Foundation, which provides fencing lessons to children and teens from underrepresented groups.

Personal Information Table

Personal Information	Details
Full Name	Lauren Scruggs
Date of Birth	January 27, 2003
Age	21
Birthplace	Queens, New York, U.S.
Education	Harvard University
Major	Philosophy
Sport	Fencing
University Team	Harvard
Olympic Achievement	Silver Medal, 2024 Paris
Junior World Championships	Gold Medal, 2019, 2022
Pan American Championships	Bronze Medal, 2024

Lauren Scruggs continues to inspire with her dedication and success in fencing, paving the way for future athletes from diverse backgrounds.

See more

https://www.usafencing.org/lauren-scruggs

Also read – Lee Kiefer – Won GOLD Medal in Women’s individual foil Fencing at Paris Olympics 2024