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Scott Smith joins UK Sport board for four years
Scott Smith has been named to the UK Sport Board, commencing his four-year term this November. Bringing extensive expertise in finance and governance, his appointment supports UK Sport’s ongoing mission to excel in Olympic and Paralympic sports across the UK.
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Scott Smith has been officially appointed to the UK Sport Board by the Secretary of State for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport, with his four-year term beginning on 1 November 2026.
Having already contributed to UK Sport through his role on the Group Audit and Risk Committee over the past year, Scott's new position adds considerable experience in finance, governance, and commercial strategy. This expertise is vital as UK Sport advances its decade-long strategic plan aimed at inspiring and uniting the nation through Olympic and Paralympic achievements and major sporting events.
Currently serving as Chief Financial Officer at Six Nations Rugby, Scott has a distinguished career in sports finance and leadership. His previous senior roles include finance leadership at the England and Wales Cricket Board and involvement with the America’s Cup. A Fellow Chartered Accountant in both the UK and Australia, Scott also holds non-executive and advisory positions with organisations such as Racecourse Media Group, Archery GB, and the EURO 2028 Oversight Group. He expressed enthusiasm about joining UK Sport’s Board, highlighting the personal significance of the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games in his hometown and his commitment to supporting UK Sport’s future success.
Having already contributed to UK Sport through his role on the Group Audit and Risk Committee over the past year, Scott's new position adds considerable experience in finance, governance, and commercial strategy. This expertise is vital as UK Sport advances its decade-long strategic plan aimed at inspiring and uniting the nation through Olympic and Paralympic achievements and major sporting events.
Currently serving as Chief Financial Officer at Six Nations Rugby, Scott has a distinguished career in sports finance and leadership. His previous senior roles include finance leadership at the England and Wales Cricket Board and involvement with the America’s Cup. A Fellow Chartered Accountant in both the UK and Australia, Scott also holds non-executive and advisory positions with organisations such as Racecourse Media Group, Archery GB, and the EURO 2028 Oversight Group. He expressed enthusiasm about joining UK Sport’s Board, highlighting the personal significance of the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games in his hometown and his commitment to supporting UK Sport’s future success.
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