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Leader Live
5 hours ago
- Sport
- Leader Live
Presenter Gethin Jones named Wales' chef de mission for Commonwealth Games
The former Blue Peter presenter will be the team's chef de mission for the Games in Glasgow, which will be held between July 23 and August 2 next year. Gareth Davies, the chair of Commonwealth Games Wales, said: 'The chef de mission role is integral to shaping the team's culture and values, both internally among athletes and support staff, and externally to the wider public. Introducing our Chef de Mission for Glasgow 2026! Gethin Jones is no stranger to the world of elite sport or to Team Wales. With experience at past Games and a real passion for Welsh sport, he's ready to support and guide the team on and off the field. Head to the link to learn… — Tîm Cymru 🏴 Team Wales (@TeamWales) June 18, 2025 'We are really pleased that Gethin wanted to apply for this position, and it's a testament to his commitment and passion for the role how professional and knowledgeable he is. 'We look forward to working with him as we go into the final 400 days before the Games begin.' Jones worked as an attache for the Wales team at the Games on the Gold Coast in 2018.


North Wales Chronicle
5 hours ago
- Sport
- North Wales Chronicle
Presenter Gethin Jones named Wales' chef de mission for Commonwealth Games
The former Blue Peter presenter will be the team's chef de mission for the Games in Glasgow, which will be held between July 23 and August 2 next year. Gareth Davies, the chair of Commonwealth Games Wales, said: 'The chef de mission role is integral to shaping the team's culture and values, both internally among athletes and support staff, and externally to the wider public. Introducing our Chef de Mission for Glasgow 2026! Gethin Jones is no stranger to the world of elite sport or to Team Wales. With experience at past Games and a real passion for Welsh sport, he's ready to support and guide the team on and off the field. Head to the link to learn… — Tîm Cymru 🏴 Team Wales (@TeamWales) June 18, 2025 'We are really pleased that Gethin wanted to apply for this position, and it's a testament to his commitment and passion for the role how professional and knowledgeable he is. 'We look forward to working with him as we go into the final 400 days before the Games begin.' Jones worked as an attache for the Wales team at the Games on the Gold Coast in 2018.

Rhyl Journal
6 hours ago
- Sport
- Rhyl Journal
Presenter Gethin Jones named Wales' chef de mission for Commonwealth Games
The former Blue Peter presenter will be the team's chef de mission for the Games in Glasgow, which will be held between July 23 and August 2 next year. Gareth Davies, the chair of Commonwealth Games Wales, said: 'The chef de mission role is integral to shaping the team's culture and values, both internally among athletes and support staff, and externally to the wider public. Introducing our Chef de Mission for Glasgow 2026! Gethin Jones is no stranger to the world of elite sport or to Team Wales. With experience at past Games and a real passion for Welsh sport, he's ready to support and guide the team on and off the field. Head to the link to learn… — Tîm Cymru 🏴 Team Wales (@TeamWales) June 18, 2025 'We are really pleased that Gethin wanted to apply for this position, and it's a testament to his commitment and passion for the role how professional and knowledgeable he is. 'We look forward to working with him as we go into the final 400 days before the Games begin.' Jones worked as an attache for the Wales team at the Games on the Gold Coast in 2018.

South Wales Argus
6 hours ago
- Sport
- South Wales Argus
Presenter Gethin Jones named Wales' chef de mission for Commonwealth Games
The former Blue Peter presenter will be the team's chef de mission for the Games in Glasgow, which will be held between July 23 and August 2 next year. Gareth Davies, the chair of Commonwealth Games Wales, said: 'The chef de mission role is integral to shaping the team's culture and values, both internally among athletes and support staff, and externally to the wider public. Introducing our Chef de Mission for Glasgow 2026! Gethin Jones is no stranger to the world of elite sport or to Team Wales. With experience at past Games and a real passion for Welsh sport, he's ready to support and guide the team on and off the field. Head to the link to learn… — Tîm Cymru 🏴 Team Wales (@TeamWales) June 18, 2025 'We are really pleased that Gethin wanted to apply for this position, and it's a testament to his commitment and passion for the role how professional and knowledgeable he is. 'We look forward to working with him as we go into the final 400 days before the Games begin.' Jones worked as an attache for the Wales team at the Games on the Gold Coast in 2018.


South Wales Guardian
6 hours ago
- Sport
- South Wales Guardian
Presenter Gethin Jones named Wales' chef de mission for Commonwealth Games
The former Blue Peter presenter will be the team's chef de mission for the Games in Glasgow, which will be held between July 23 and August 2 next year. Gareth Davies, the chair of Commonwealth Games Wales, said: 'The chef de mission role is integral to shaping the team's culture and values, both internally among athletes and support staff, and externally to the wider public. Introducing our Chef de Mission for Glasgow 2026! Gethin Jones is no stranger to the world of elite sport or to Team Wales. With experience at past Games and a real passion for Welsh sport, he's ready to support and guide the team on and off the field. Head to the link to learn… — Tîm Cymru 🏴 Team Wales (@TeamWales) June 18, 2025 'We are really pleased that Gethin wanted to apply for this position, and it's a testament to his commitment and passion for the role how professional and knowledgeable he is. 'We look forward to working with him as we go into the final 400 days before the Games begin.' Jones worked as an attache for the Wales team at the Games on the Gold Coast in 2018.