Jamie McCowan

Age: 26

Home town: Dundonald, South Ayrshire

Sport: Boccia

Events: BC3 Singles & BC3 Pairs

Classification: BC3

Name of club: Boccia UK

Coach: Glynn Tromans

When and how did you get involved in sport?
I met a Scotland coach (now Boccia UK Coach Claire Morrison) at a disability sports come and try event who asked me to attend Scotland national team training and see the sport. Things progressed from there and the rest is history.

Career highlights:

  • BC4 2012 British Champion
  • BC4 2013 European Pairs Champion
  • BC3 2018 British Champion
  • BC3 2017 European Singles Champion
  • Rio 2016 Paralympian
  • Represented my country in 2 classifications.

How many Paralympic Games have you competed in?
Rio 2016 & Tokyo 2020

What are your ambitions in Tokyo?
Win a medal and get on the podium at the very least.

Do you have one bit of advice for an aspiring athlete?
Be prepared to work hard and always listen to your instincts (gut feeling) when making decisions.

Twitter: @JamieMcCowan3

Facebook: Jamie McCowan