AOC welcomes announcement of Kit McConnell as Chief Sport Officer for Brisbane 2032

The Australian Olympic Committee (AOC) has welcomed today’s announcement that Kit McConnell has been appointed as Chief Sport Officer for the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games Organising Committee.

Mr McConnell's extensive experience within the Olympic Movement includes 11 years as the International Olympic Committee's Sports Director, and within the Sports Department at the Sydney 2000 Organising Committee.

AOC CEO Matt Carroll said Mr McConnell's appointment represented a major milestone for the Brisbane Organising Committee.

“With decades of experience in the Olympic movement, Kit has a deep understanding of what sports, athletes and hosts need to deliver an exceptional Games,” Mr Carroll said.

"Having someone of Kit's calibre leading the sport program ensures that the interests of sports and athletes remain at the forefront.

"Kit understands what it takes to deliver a world-class competition schedule that engages fans, athletes, and stakeholders alike and his expertise will be pivotal in fostering strong collaboration with member sports and National Olympic Committees worldwide.

“Kit’s leadership in the sports program will be critical in shaping a Games that enhances Australia’s proud Olympic legacy and the AOC looks forward to collaborating closely with him and the wider Brisbane 2032 team in this vital role,” he said.