ABOUT
Name: Kelsey Cotrell
Age: 35
Sport: Lawn Bowls
Coach: Gary Willis (National Australian Coach)
Mentor or Inspiration: Karen Murphy has won everything on offer in the sport of bowls and did it with such determination and passion. She has been a great role model for the sport.
Best sporting moment: Winning the gold medal at the 2018 Commonwealth Games on the Gold Coast in front of friends and family in the stands. My daughter Sienna was only 8 months old.
Major goal/s for 2025: To compete well in major state and national events to put my best foot forward for Commonwealth Games selection which will be
taking place early 2026.
Inspirational motto or saying: My mum always said you learn more from your losses than your
wins.
Favourite food or drink: Chocolate is my special treat!
Favourite music: I’ve had to become a Swiftie because my 7 and 4 old girls love all Taylor Swift songs and make me play them every time we’re in the car!
