More than 50 NSW Institute of Sport (NSWIS) athletes have contributed to the nation’s success at the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games, winning 25 medals and setting seven Games records.
Minister for Sport Alister Henskens said the NSW and Australian contingent performed remarkably at the Games and congratulated them on their achievements.
“Whether it was seeing Melissa Wu win gold with Charli Petrov in the women’s synchronised 10 metre platform, or reigning champion Madison De Rozario defend her Commonwealth Games titles – our athletes were an inspiration to us all,” Mr Henskens said.
“The results speak volumes of the world class support and training environments provided by NSWIS, bringing home twelve gold, nine silver and four bronze, and contributing to a total 178 medals for Australia.”
52 NSWIS athletes contested nine sports at the Games, with a further 14 NSWIS staff selected to the Australian Team in Birmingham. Of the 435 strong national team, 102 athletes hailed from NSW.
Paralympic swimmer Tim Hodge said the support given to NSWIS athletes is unmatched.
“I am grateful to have been a part of Team NSW. The level of support from our coaches and the staff has provided me with the tools I need on and off the pool deck to perfom at my best,” Mr Hodge said.
NSWIS CEO Professor Kevin Thompson said the extraordinary performances of our athletes demonstrate the depth of talent in NSW and their continued resilience and determination.
“We are so proud of our athletes who competed brilliantly in Birmingham. These performances position the Institute for great success at the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games and beyond,” Prof Thompson said.
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