Subsequent wave be part of confirmed Dolphins in Para swimming at Glasgow 2026

Headlined by Games’ gold medallists Tim Hodge OAM – a New South Wales Institute of Sport scholarship holder -and Col Pearse, who additional cemented their standing with standout performances at Birmingham 2022, the squad additionally contains Dolphin veteran Lakeisha ‘Lucky’ Patterson OAM, taking to the pool on the Commonwealth Games for a fourth time.

Patterson is one in every of Australia’s most embellished swimmers and is again on the pool the place she made her Dolphins’ debut as a 15-year-old.

“It’s always an honour to wear the green and gold and representing Australia at my fourth Commonwealth Games is special,” Lucky stated.

“The Commonwealth Games is the one time on the worldwide stage we get to compete alongside our able-bodied buddies, and we have now extra classifications on supply this time round.

“And I am so excited to have Mia Hogan on the team, who is basically the same age as me when I made my Australian debut!”

In addition to Hogan, 14, the group of thrilling debutants additionally options 16‑12 months‑olds Gemma Sellick and Liam Togher.

To date, Hogan is the youngest member of the Australian Commonwealth Games Team and has impressed together with her speedy rise by the ranks.

“I am so excited to join the Dolphins at the Commonwealth Games, to wear the green and gold, it’s something I’ve dreamed about,” Hogan stated.

“I’ve learned so much from the more experienced swimmers… I’ve already known Lucky and I’ve met Lani Pallister, and I’m really looking forward to joining them on team and racing on such a big stage.”

Australian Team Chef de Mission Petria Thomas OAM OLY stated the group embodies the values and spirit of Australian sport.

“Australian swimming has a proud history at the Commonwealth Games, and the Para Swimming squad for Glasgow will build on that legacy with incredible performances no doubt,” Thomas stated.

“I commend those confirmed today, acknowledge the tireless effort of their coaches, support staff, friends and family behind the scenes and look forward to welcoming their able-bodied Dolphins counterparts to the Team next month.”

Swimming Australia National Head Coach of the Paralympic Program Mel Tantrum stated she was excited concerning the steadiness of the Para group.

“There is so much experience and youth in this team … from Tim, Col and Lucky through to Mia and all our debutants and the likes of Kirralee Hayes returning to team – her first Ausralian team since Birmingham.”

Swimming Australia CEO Rob Woodhouse added: “On behalf of Swimming Australia, I would like to congratulate the athletes selected and announced today,” Woodhouse stated.

“For those making their Commonwealth Games debut, we are excited to see them gain experience on the international stage alongside some of Australia’s most accomplished Para Swimmers as they represent the nation with pride in Glasgow.”

The chosen group displays the continued power and depth of Australia’s Para Swimming program, with athletes who’ve persistently delivered on the worldwide stage and proceed to push the boundaries of excellence.

Australian Para Swimming Team – Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games

NAME	EVENT	AGE	STATE	COMMONWEALTH GAMES
Emily Beecroft OAM	100m Freestyle SB9	26	QLD	Birmingham 2022 – bronze medallist
Victoria Belando Nicholson	100m Freestyle S9, 100m Backstroke S9	18	QLD	Debut
Jasmin Fullgrabe	100m Backstroke S9	20	SA	Debut
Alyssa Gillespie	100m Breaststroke SB8	17	NSW	Debut
Jasmine Greenwood	200m Individual Medley SM10	21	ACT	Gold Coast 2018; Birmingham 2022 – gold medallist
Kirralee Hayes	50m Freestyle S13, 100m Freestyle S13	21	QLD	Birmingham 2022 – bronze medallist
Timothy Hodge OAM	100m Backstroke S9, 100m Breaststroke SB9	25	NSWIS	Gold Coast – two-time silver medallist; Birmingham 2022 – gold and silver medallist
Mia Hogan	50m Freestyle S13, 100m Freestyle S13	14	NSW	Debut
Jack Ireland	200m Freestyle S14	26	QLD	Birmingham 2022 – bronze medallist
Jenna Jones	200m Freestyle S14	25	QLD	Birmingham 2022
Beau Matthews	100m Breaststroke SB9	17	NSWIS	Debut
Maddie McTernan	200m Freestyle S14	25	QLD	Birmingham 2022
Lakeisha Patterson OAM	100m Freestyle S9	27	QLD	Glasgow 2014 – bronze medallist; Gold Coast 2018 – two-time gold medallist; Birmingham 2022
Col Pearse	100m Butterfly S10	22	VIC	Birmingham 2022 – gold medallist
Alex Saffy	100m Butterfly S10	20	ACT	Birmingham 2022 – silver medallist
Gemma Sellick	100m Backstroke S9, 100m Breaststroke SB8	16	NSW	Debut
Liam Togher	100m Backstroke S9	16	NSW	Debut
Harrison Vig	100m Backstroke S9	23	QLD	Birmingham 2022

The best Para Swimmers from throughout the Commonwealth are set to showcase their power, ability and pace as they take to the pool at Glasgow 2026.

A key a part of the Commonwealth Games program since its debut at Manchester 2002, Para Swimming continues to play a significant position within the development and visibility of Para sport on the worldwide stage.

Australia has constructed a proud legacy in Para Swimming on the Commonwealth Games, persistently delivering world-class performances. Ben Austin OAM made historical past as Australia’s first Para Swimming gold medallist on the Commonwealth Games, whereas the group has continued to realize excellent success within the years since.

At Birmingham 2022, Australia’s swimmers as soon as once more demonstrated their power and depth, contributing to the nation’s general success within the pool and reinforcing Australia’s place as a worldwide chief within the sport.

The Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games will run from 23 July to 2 August. Swimming occasions will happen on the Tollcross International Swimming Centre from Friday 24 to Wednesday 29 July.

*The choice announcement as we speak is the primary of two for Swimming Australia at Glasgow 2026.

**A full group announcement for swimming will observe after athletes are chosen on the shut of the Australian Swimming Trial and nomination interval on 13 June.

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