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‘Just can't beat it.' Volunteer from 1984 Olympics looks forward to LA28
By Mary Harris and Lynette Romero at NBC Los Angeles (KNBC)
· July 14, 2026
· 2 min read
A Southern California man who volunteered at the 1984 Los Angeles Olympics is enthusiastic to enter back into the role as he and the rest of the world await LA28.
Paul Madwin, 88, said he got to do it all in 1984. As he reflects on his time as a volunteer for one of the biggest global sporting...
Key takeaway Paul Madwin, 88, said he got to do it all in 1984.
Why this matters in The Los Angeles
As the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics approach, the city is poised to relive the magic of 1984, and for volunteers like Paul Madwin, it's a chance to recapture the excitement of a lifetime experience. Madwin's enthusiasm is a testament to the lasting impact of the Olympics on the local community, and his desire to volunteer again at the historic Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum speaks to the venue's enduring significance. The Coliseum, an iconic landmark in Los Angeles, will once again take center stage, hosting athletes and spectators from around the world. As the city prepares to welcome the Olympics, Madwin's story serves as a reminder of the power of community engagement and the importance of volunteers in making large-scale events like the Olympics a success. With the application process for 2028 Olympics volunteers likely to garner significant interest, Madwin's experience will undoubtedly inspire others to get involved and be a part of this global spectacle.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 14, 2026 ·
Source: NBC Los Angeles (KNBC) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? A Southern California man who volunteered at the 1984 Los Angeles Olympics is enthusiastic to enter back into the role as he and the rest of the world await LA28.
Paul Madwin, 88, said he got to do it all in 1984. As he reflects on his time as a volunteer for one of the biggest global sporting...
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