2024 Paris Olympics

Former Eatonton resident Vincent Hancock (left) takes a selfie on the Olympic podium in France alongside his silver medalist partner Austen Smith (second from left) and the gold and bronze medal-winning pairs from Italy and China, respectively, in mixed team skeet shooting. Courtesy USA Shooting

Former Eatonton resident Vincent Hancock (left) takes a selfie on the Olympic podium in France alongside his silver medalist partner Austen Smith (second from left) and the gold and bronze medal-winning pairs from Italy and China, respectively, in mixed team skeet shooting. Courtesy USA Shooting

King of Skeet: Gatewood alum brings home fourth gold medal

Gatewood alum Vincent Hancock recently won his fourth Olympic gold medal in men’s skeet shooting. The 35-year-old Army veteran edged out fellow American and protégé Conner Prince to claim the top spot at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games.