Every Commonwealth Games athlete has a story….
Every Commonwealth Games athlete has a story.
Behind every selection are years of training, difficult decisions, setbacks and sacrifices that often go unseen.
Australia’s Kelsey Cottrell recently reflected on missing Birmingham 2022, balancing elite sport with family life, and the determination that led to her selection for Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games
Her story is a reminder that reaching the Commonwealth Games isn’t always about talent alone. Resilience, perseverance and adapting to life’s challenges are just as much a part of the journey.
Thank you to Bowls International for sharing Kelsey’s reflections: https://bowlsinternational.com/the-wizard-of-oz/