The road to the Commonwealth Games is built on years of dedication, resilience and countless moments of hard work. For only a select few, that journey leads to wearing their nation’s colours on one of the biggest stages in world sport.
This year, the University of Sydney is proud to celebrate 10 current students, alumni and club members who have earned selection for the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games, representing Australia and Ireland across Athletics, Swimming, 3×3 Basketball and Gymnastics.
Their selection is more than an individual achievement. It reflects the strength of the University’s sporting community and its long-standing commitment to helping student-athletes pursue excellence both academically and athletically.
Athletics once again provides the largest University of Sydney contingent, with seven members of Sydney University Athletics Club (SUAC) selected to represent Australia.
For Liam Adcock (Long Jump), Glasgow will mark the beginning of an exciting new chapter as he prepares for his Commonwealth Games debut. After establishing himself among Australia’s leading long jumpers, Adcock has earned his place on one of the sport’s biggest stages.
At the other end of the experience spectrum is Michelle Jenneke (100m Hurdles), who will compete at her fourth Commonwealth Games. A familiar face in Australian athletics, Jenneke’s continued selection is a remarkable achievement and a testament to her consistency and longevity at the highest level of competition.
Joining them is Dr Mackenzie Little (Javelin Throw), who returns to another major championship after cementing herself among the world’s leading javelin throwers. The University of Sydney Doctor of Medicine graduate, former Elite Athlete Program Valedictorian and SUAC member will again be one of Australia’s strongest medal prospects.
Nicola Olyslagers (High Jump) adds another international championship to her decorated career. The Olympic medallist, Bachelor of Science graduate and SUAC member continue to inspire on the world stage and remains one of Australia’s most accomplished field athletes.
Australia’s fastest man, Rohan Browning (100m) has again earned the opportunity to represent the green and gold. The Law and Arts graduate has become one of the country’s most recognisable sprinters and will line up against the Commonwealth’s best in Glasgow.
Fellow sprinter Christopher Ius (Sprint Relay Squad) continues his impressive rise through the Australian ranks, earning selection after a series of outstanding performances. Completing the athletics contingent is Cam McIntrye (Javelin), whose selection rewards years of consistent improvement and establishes him among Australia’s best.
Together, the seven athletes continue the proud legacy of the Sydney University Athletics Club, one of Australia’s most successful athletics clubs, while showcasing the University’s enduring contributions to Australian athletics.
The University’s Commonwealth Games presence extends well beyond the athletics track.
Swimmer Victoria Catterson will proudly represent Ireland, taking her place among the world’s best as she competes on the Commonwealth stage.
On the basketball court, Georgia Munro-Cook has earned selection in Australia’s 3×3 Basketball team. As one of the country’s leading players in the rapidly growing discipline, Munro-Cook will look to help Australia challenge for Commonwealth Games success in Glasgow.
While not part of Australia’s final competition team, Lucy Stewart has also been recognised with selection as a reserve for the Australian Women’s Artistic Gymnastics team.
As the countdown to Glasgow continues, the University wishes all its athletes every success as they prepare to compete on one of world sport’s greatest stages.
University of Sydney Representatives – Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games
Australia – Athletics
- Liam Adcock – Long Jump
- Michelle Jenneke – 100m Hurdles
- Dr Mackenzie Little – Javelin Throw
- Nicola Olyslagers – High Jump
- Rohan Browning – 100m
- Christopher Ius – Sprint Relay Squad
- Cam McIntyre – 5000m
Ireland – Swimming
- Victoria Catterson – Swimming
Australia – 3×3 Basketball
- Georgia Munro-Cook – 3×3 Basketball
Australia – Gymnastics
- Lucy Stewart – Women’s Artistic Gymnastics (Reserve)
