Emma MacLeod reflects on defending Scottish title as a new mum

Scottish women’s singles champion Emma MacLeod discusses returning to competition as a new mum in a new Bowls Scotland feature for Scottish Women and Girls in Sport Week.
After winning the 2025 title while pregnant, MacLeod returned in 2026 and successfully defended it. The interview explores support from her family, balancing bowls with motherhood, and how clubs can make competitive opportunities more accessible.