We are delighted to confirm that Graeme Randall will join the Team Scotland judo coaching team for Glasgow 2026, along with Gary Edwards and Taka Kitahara, bringing a wealth of elite competitive experience to support our athletes as they prepare for and compete at the Games.
Graeme is one of Scotland’s most successful judokas, best known for becoming the nation’s first World Judo Champion in 1999. An Olympian and Commonwealth Games gold medallist in 2002, he also claimed multiple British and Scottish titles and enjoyed consistent success on the international stage.
Following his competitive career, Graeme has continued to contribute to high-performance sport and currently works with sportscotland as a Sports Programme Manager.
On his appointment, Graeme said:
“I am delighted to be joining Team Scotland at the 2026 Commonwealth Games. I hope to serve the team to the best of my ability, and I know the hard work and dedication of all the athletes and staff will shine through. Representing Scotland at the Commonwealth Games is a true honour, and I am looking forward to working with the whole team to ensure the home supporters enjoy what will be an amazing Games”
We are thrilled to welcome Graeme to the team and look forward to the impact his experience and expertise will have in supporting our judoka at what promises to be a landmark home Games.
