Latest Commonwealth Games Federation News http://www.sportcom.com.au/thecgf Thu, 09 Sep 2010 15:15:07 +0100 FeedCreator 1.7.2 index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=270 Commonwealth Games Scotland has named 191 athletes (108 men and 83 women) selected for Team Scotland to compete in Delhi. The team size is similar to Manchester at 193 and is significantly bigger than the 166 selected for Melbourne. Home - Breaking News Wed, 25 Aug 2010 18:39:03 +0100 index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=269 Athletics Canada announced a team of 40 athletes to compete at Delhi. Commonwealth Games veterans Angela Whyte of Edmonton and Diane Roy from Sherbrooke will lead the team into Delhi. Home - Breaking News Wed, 25 Aug 2010 18:33:43 +0100 index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=268&Itemid=59 Response to recent media coverage on the appointment of consultants for the 2010 Commonwealth Games Statement by the Commonwealth Games Federation The Commonwealth Games Federation (CGF) strongly refutes suggestions made in the Indian media in recent days of impropriety in relation to the appointment of consultants to the 2010 Commonwealth Games in Delhi. The CGF and its officers act with the utmost integrity, objectivity and accountability in everything they do. The CGF has a zero tolerance approach to corrupt practices or improper conduct of any kind. The recent allegations are not only unfounded and damaging to the Federation and the individuals against whom they have been directed, but also, unfortunately, to the reputation of the Games themselves. The allegations of impropriety centre around the award of contracts to consultants. Recent coverage has focussed on the contracts with Sports Marketing Management (SMAM), Fast Track and Event Knowledge Services (EKS) to provide marketing, sponsorship, broadcasting and technical services to the Organising Committee (OC). The CGF emphatically denies any wrongdoing by the Federation or its officers in connection with the award of these contracts. The Federation has made recommendations to the OC on a variety of issues. These recommendations are based on the CGF's knowledge... Home - News Mon, 23 Aug 2010 21:43:26 +0100 index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=267&Itemid=59 President's statement from Delhi: My visit to Delhi, planned many months ago, is very important as I must be able to ascertain the level of preparedness so I can report to our 71 nations and territories who will bring athletes to these Games in Delhi. During my time here I met with the Chief Minister of Delhi, the Cabinet Secretary, the Minister responsible for the recently formed Group of Ministers to oversee the Games, and the Minister of Sport. It was evident to me from these meetings that there is a strong commitment from all concerned, under the direction of he Prime Minister, to ensure that everyone is working together during these final stages of preparation to ensure a successful Games. Recently there has been a lot of reporting of alleged corruption, and this is of great concern to us at the Federation and all involved. We have made it very clear that the Indian authorities need to investigate all such claims and, where appropriate, bring down the full force of the Indian law. The CGF also refutes any claim of impropriety. The CGF is an organisation of the highest standards and we do not condone corruptive practices ever. Along with our CEO, Mike Hooper,... Home - News Fri, 20 Aug 2010 14:08:54 +0100 index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=266&Itemid=59 The Commonwealth Games Federation (CGF) strongly refutes the suggestion made in the interim report of the office of the Comptroller and Auditor General of India pertaining to the 2010 Commonwealth Games, which the CGF had not seen until today (August 12th, 2010), that Fast Track Sales Ltd was chosen as a consultant for the broadcasting rights of the 2010 Commonwealth Games in Delhi based solely on the suggestions of three people – the CGF President, CEO and the Chairman of the Organising Committee for the Games. It is a matter for the OC, not the CGF, to ensure that the selection of consultants chosen by the OC for the Delhi Commonwealth Games follows the proper process in accordance with Indian law. Although the CGF supported the appointment of Fast Track, it strongly refutes any inference that it interfered in the selection process. Having awarded the Games to Delhi and the OC, it is for the OC to decide who it wants to appoint for any outsourced roles. The CGF flatly denies the suggestion that Fast Track was appointed solely on the basis of any recommendations that it made. The CGF does not deny, however, that it did recommend Fast Track to... Home - News Thu, 12 Aug 2010 23:10:08 +0100 index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=264 Glasgow 2014 has appointed two new members of the Board - Eileen Gallagher and Glasgow 2014 Chief Executive, John Scott - to strengthen the Board’s connections to the Broadcasting Industry, ahead of the signing of a Host Broadcaster, and to strengthen the links between the Glasgow 2014 Executive Team and the Board. Home - Breaking News Tue, 06 Jul 2010 22:03:42 +0100 index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=263 The contract to design and produce a number of pin badges for the Glasgow 2014 Organising Committee has been awarded to Ross Promotional Products Ltd, based in Crimea Street in central Glasgow. Home - Breaking News Fri, 02 Jul 2010 11:34:15 +0100 index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=262&Itemid=59 The International Rugby Board together with the Commonwealth Games Federation has announced the pool draw for the Rugby Sevens event at the 2010 Commonwealth Games in Delhi, India on 11-12 October.
 Marking almost exactly one year since Sevens' inclusion as an Olympic sport at the 121st IOC Session in Copenhagen, the tournament will be the first opportunity to witness its proven blend of high-octane action and competitive matches in a multi-sport Games environment.
 
 Defending Commonwealth Games Sevens Champions New Zealand are top seeds and head Pool A, where they will face opening matches against World Series regulars Scotland and Canada as well as Caribbean champions Guyana, who also competed on the World Series this season in Las Vegas.
 
New Zealand have won all three Rugby Sevens gold medals on offer so far - in 1998 (Kuala Lumpur), 2002 (Manchester) and 2006 (Melbourne).
 
 2002 bronze medalists South Africa head Pool B and face three challenging opening ties against reigning Rugby World Cup Sevens champions Wales, Tonga and the host nation, India.
 Reigning IRB Sevens World Series champions Samoa top Pool C and face matches on day one against ever-dangerous Kenya, the Cranes of Uganda and exciting Puk Puks of Papua New Guinea.
... Home - News Fri, 02 Jul 2010 11:31:49 +0100 index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=261&Itemid=59 The Queen’s Baton Relay 2010 Delhi, on its way to India, has reached its penultimate international destination, Bangladesh. The excitement was high as the baton received a warm welcome at the Dhaka airport. Dhaka is the capital of Bangladesh. Located on the banks of the Buriganga River, Dhaka, along with its metropolitan area, has a population of around 13 million, making it the largest city in the country. It is one of the most densely populated cities in the world. Dhaka is also known as the Rickshaw capital of the world. Approximately 400,000 cycle rickshaws run each day. Today it serves as one of the prime centres for culture, education and business in the region. Bangladesh first participated in 1978 Commonwealth Games held in Edmonton, Canada. The nation is a regular participant in all Commonwealth Games since 1990 Auckland Games. Home - News Tue, 22 Jun 2010 15:35:00 +0100 index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=260&Itemid=59 Newly-crowned IRB Sevens World Series champions Samoa have been named in a strong line-up of nations competing in the Rugby Sevens tournament at the 2010 Commonwealth Games in Delhi this October. Samoa, who secured their first IRB Sevens World Series crown with victory in the Emirates Airline Scotland Sevens on May 30, will be joined by reigning Commonwealth Games Rugby Sevens champions New Zealand, hosts India, Sri Lanka, South Africa, Kenya, Namibia, Uganda, England, Scotland, Wales, Australia, Papua New Guinea, Tonga, Canada and Guyana in the 16-team tournament held on October 11-12. Marking one year since Sevens’ inclusion as an Olympic sport at the 121st IOC Session in Copenhagen, the tournament will be the first opportunity to witness its successful blend of high-paced action and competitive matches in a multi-sport Games environment since inclusion. IRB President Bernard Lapasset said: “We firmly believe that the Sevens tournament at the Commonwealth Games plays an important role in the ongoing development and promotion of Rugby around the world. The event continues to attract some of the world’s top players, delivering exciting matches and attracting new fans thanks to the remarkable talent of all the international teams competing. “The Sevens tournament at the Commonwealth Games has consistently proven... Home - News Thu, 10 Jun 2010 00:07:32 +0100