It was an unforgettable swim for UNF’s Morgan Ray at the Paralympic games on Thursday. Ray swam breast stroke in the Mixed 4×50 Medley Relay.
The St. Johns County star, whose dad works at WOKV/Cox Media Group, finished with a silver medal, along with his American record set in the 100 meter breast stroke earlier in the games.
Ray set a new American record in the 100 meter breast stroke earlier in the Paris games.
“This being my first games I really wanted to just come in here and just give my all and I really did.”, Ray told NBC-Peacock moments after the final.
LISTEN: Morgan Ray’s dad, Matt Ray, speaks with Rich Jones
Jacksonville’s Morning News spoke early Friday morning with Matt Ray, who admits he barely slept after a long day and night of celebrating.