Glasgow 2026 'a dream come true' for Jersey's Woodward
Lucy Woodward has been selected to compete in the heptathlon at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, marking a significant milestone as the first woman from Jersey to do so. She expressed her excitement and gratitude, describing the selection as a 'dream come true.' Woodward is part of a five-member athletics team, which is Jersey's largest representation at the Commonwealth Games.
- ▪Lucy Woodward scored a personal best of 5391 in Germany, securing her spot in the heptathlon.
- ▪She is the only female competitor on Jersey's athletics team for the 2026 Commonwealth Games.
- ▪Woodward is currently ranked 11th in Great Britain and Northern Ireland for the heptathlon.
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