JudoScotland and Team Scotland are proud to announce the appointment of Katrina Downie as the Team Scotland Judo Team Manager for the upcoming Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games.
With a strong history in Team Management Katrina brings a wealth of experience to the role. In 2022, Katrina served as Team Manager for the EuroHockey Club Challenge II, where she expertly coordinated all logistical operations. Her responsibilities included travel planning, insurance, media communications, technical kit checks, match administration, and health and safety compliance. She also played a vital role in athlete recovery and served as the primary contact for player and staff wellbeing throughout the tournament.
Katrina also played a pivotal role during the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games, where she was appointed HQ Manager for the NEC Village with Team England. In this capacity, she oversaw daily operations, ensuring athletes had seamless access to essential services such as medical care, accommodation, training schedules, and ticketing. Her collaboration with the Local Organising Committee and key partners ensured smooth coordination across accommodation, transport, and competition venues.
Katrina is already familiar with the judo programme as she currently works with sportscotland, providing Performance Lifestyle support for selected institute athletes across four sports; Judo, Sailing, Canoeing, and Women’s Cricket. Through this role, she works within a multidisciplinary team and in close partnership with national governing bodies to support athlete development and wellbeing.
Judith McCleary, CEO of JudoScotland, on the appointment said: “It is fantastic to have Katrina on board for the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Her extensive experience across multiple sports brings a unique perspective that will be invaluable in a multi-sport Games environment. Her breadth of knowledge will ensure our athletes are supported holistically to help them perform at their best on the international stage.”
On her appointment Katrina added “I’m delighted to be appointed as Team Scotland Judo Team Manager for the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. I look forward to continuing to work with the Judo programme to create a supportive environment in which athletes can excel, as we build towards the exciting opportunity of a home games.”
Elinor Middlemiss, Chef de Mission for Team Scotland, said: “With previous experience as a sport Team Manager, Katrina is well-placed to help deliver success for our judokas at Glasgow 2026. We’re delighted to welcome her and all the other newly-appointed team managers to Team Scotland as preparations gather pace for what promises to be a memorable home Games next year.”
Her appointment marks a significant step forward in JudoScotland’s preparations for Glasgow 2026, where judo will once again be a highlight of the Games.