Alness cyclist Kyle Gordon called up to Scotland Commonwealth Games squad for Birmingham 2022
ALNESS cyclist Kyle Gordon has been called up to the Scotland squad for the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham.
The 33-year-old is one of 20 athletes who have been named in the squad which will take to the road and velodrome in July and August.
Commenting on the strength of the squad selected, Scottish Cycling’s Performance Director David Somerville said: “Our 2018 team set the bar very high, winning 10 medals, four of which were gold, but I have every confidence in the calibre and character of the team we have been able to pick this time around.
“From household names to Commonwealth Games debutants, we have an amazing mix of youth and experience, who are all equally hungry to leave their mark in Birmingham.
“COVID has taught us a lot, but one thing it has only reinforced is our athletes desire to represent Scotland. We will now go about our preparations over the next two months with laser-like focus and I look forward to seeing this team compete with pride and passion in Birmingham.”
Team Scotland’s Chef de Mission, Elinor Middlemiss added: “I am absolutely delighted for the cyclists named in the Team Scotland squad for Birmingham this summer. There is a great mix of hugely experienced riders and Games first-timers, showing we have a hugely talented team and real strength in the squad.
"Cycling is always a great sport to watch and I am looking forward to hearing the crowd get behind our riders in the Lee Valley Velodrome, on the road in Warwick and in the hills in Cannock Chase Forest.”
Scotland squad
Aileen McGlynn OBE
Anna Shackley
Charlie Aldridge
Ellie Stone
Finn Crockett
Iona Moir
Isla Short
Jack Carlin
Jenny Holl
John Archibald
Katie Archibald MBE
Kyle Gordon
Lauren Bell
Lewis Stewart
Libby Clegg MBE
Lusia Steele
Mark Sewart
Neah Evans
Neil Fachie MBE
Sean Flynn