McConnell

McConnell

official New Zealand

McConnell is a prominent figure in the world of sports administration, recently appointed as the sports director for the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games. His extensive experience includes a decade-long leadership role at the Rugby World Cup and significant contributions to the International Olympic Committee (IOC), where he played a key role in navigating the complexities of the postponed Tokyo 2020 Games and introducing youth-oriented sports like BMX and skateboarding to the Olympic roster. His recent appointment is viewed as a strategic move to enhance the sports program for Brisbane 2032, emphasizing governance, strategy, and an inclusive Games experience for all participants.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
3,695
Power
161$
Sentiment
7.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
New Zealand 1 7.00 0.08% +0% 4,822,233 3,695 $210,000 161$
Totals 1 4,822,233 3,695 $210,000 161$
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Recent Mentions

New Zealand New Zealand: McConnell confirmed that Saufoi's assault conviction was grounds for disqualification but accepted his actions were out of character. 7

The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Security guard Leon Saufoi who ‘badly assaulted’ Uber driver allowed to keep licence

Australia Australia: McConnell has been appointed as the IOC sports director to lead the sports function for Brisbane 2032. 8

The Sydney Morning Herald: Brisbane 2032 poaches top IOC official in ‘huge coup’