Needham to Hold 'Rally for Aly'

NEEDHAM, MA — Once again, Needham is ready to celebrate the return of their hometown Olympian.

The Town of Needham announced Tuesday that the town will hold a Rally for Aly on Aug. 27 at 11 a.m. The rally will be held at the Town Common, rain or shine.

The will be the second parade for the two-time Olympian. The six-time medalist was honored four years ago following the 2012 Olympics.

At 22, many thought Raisman would be too old to compete in gymnastics. But the Team USA captain, nicknamed "Mama Raisman," put on one of the most impressive performances of the competition. She captured a gold medal in the team competition and won silver in the individual competition and floor exercises. Both silvers were behind teammate Simone Biles.

Raisman's six Olympic medals are the second most for gymnastics. Shannon Miller ranks first with seven.

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