Hold Up, What? Hockey, Shooting, Wrestling Out of the 2026 Commonwealth Games?
You heard that right, folks. Some of our favorite Commonwealth Games sports are facing the chopping block! Hockey, shooting, and wrestling are all in danger of being cut from the 2026 games in Victoria, Australia.
Why the Heck Are They Doing This?
The Commonwealth Games Federation (CGF) is trying to make the games more "youth-focused" and "gender-balanced." They want to ditch some of the traditional sports and bring in some newer, more exciting ones that will appeal to a younger audience.
But What About Tradition?
I get it, things change, right? But seriously, these sports have been a HUGE part of the Commonwealth Games for decades! Hockey, especially, is like the heart and soul of the games. You can't just chuck it out the window, can you?
Let's Not Forget the Athletes
This isn't just about tradition, it's about the athletes. These athletes have been training for years, pouring their hearts and souls into their sport. They're dreaming of competing in the Commonwealth Games. To just cut them off like that is, well, not cool.
What Can We Do?
We gotta speak up, folks! Let's make our voices heard! Contact your local officials, write to the CGF, and spread the word on social media. We need to show them that we won't stand for this.
Let's Keep the Commonwealth Games What They've Always Been
The Commonwealth Games are about celebrating sportsmanship, camaraderie, and tradition. Let's not let the CGF ruin that by axing some of the most beloved sports. It's time to stand up and fight for what we believe in!
#SaveHockey #SaveShooting #SaveWrestling