In this episode of From Clean to Gold: Glasgow 2026, we share the insights of Australian Para lawn bowler James Reynolds, a world champion and 3-time Commonwealth Games representative.

Born with severe scoliosis, James spent much of his early years undergoing surgeries and was often told what he couldn't do. After trying a range of sports, he discovered lawn bowls as a teenager and quickly found a sport where there were no barriers or boundaries to competing on equal terms. James reflects on his journey from the NSW Far South Coast to the world stage, the support network that helped shape his career, and why representing Australia remains such a privilege. He also shares his perspective on the unique power of the Commonwealth Games, where para and able-bodied athletes compete side by side as one team. It's a story of resilience, inclusion, integrity and the belief that everyone deserves the opportunity to compete.

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In this episode of From Clean to Gold: Glasgow 2026, we share the insights of Australian Para lawn bowler James Reynolds, a world champion and 3-time Commonwealth Games representative.
Born with severe scoliosis, James spent much of his early years undergoing surgeries and was often told what he couldn't do. After trying a range of sports, he discovered lawn bowls as a teenager and quickly found a sport where there were no barriers or boundaries to competing on equal terms. James reflects on his journey from the NSW Far South Coast to the world stage, the support network that helped shape his career, and why representing Australia remains such a privilege. He also shares his perspective on the unique power of the Commonwealth Games, where para and able-bodied athletes compete side by side as one team. It's a story of resilience, inclusion, integrity and the belief that everyone deserves the opportunity to compete.
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No barriers, no boundaries ft. Australian Para lawn bowler James Reynolds | From Clean to Gold: Glasgow 2026

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