- Pomona, California to host cricket at the LA 2028 Olympics – first Olympic cricket match since 1900.
- Ireland elects Olympic bronze medallist Aifric Keogh as Chair of its new Athletes’ Commission (2025–2028).
- Commission brings together voices from seven sports with a focus on diversity, gender balance, and athlete representation.
For the first time in over a century, cricket will return to the Olympic stage at the 2028 Los Angeles Games. Pomona city in Southern California is designated as the host venue.
Meanwhile, in a significant move for Irish sport, the Olympic Federation of Ireland (OFI) has announced its newly elected Athletes’ Commission for the 2025–2028 cycle.
Ireland’s Olympic Voice Strengthens as Cricket Finds Its Place in LA 2028
The inclusion of cricket in the LA 2028 Olympics is a landmark decision. It is supported by the sport’s growing international profile and lobbying from key cricket boards. Hosting the event in Pomona aligns with efforts to spread Olympic venues across the greater Los Angeles region. This aims to engage diverse sporting communities.
Pomona, with its infrastructure and multicultural demographics, provides a fitting backdrop for the sport’s re-entry onto the Olympic stage. Cricket is expected to feature in the T20 format, making it fast-paced and spectator-friendly, aligning with modern Olympic trends.
In Ireland, the newly formed Athletes’ Commission is positioned to be a strong voice in shaping the country’s Olympic future. The commission not only offers direct representation from athletes. It also serves as a crucial advisory body within the Olympic Federation’s governance.
Aifric Keogh, the new Chair, emphasized her pride in representing athletes and fostering unity among disciplines. With Billy Dardis as Vice-Chair, the commission brings a well-rounded leadership duo committed to transparency, advocacy, and growth.
As cricket prepares for a historic Olympic comeback and Ireland invests in strong athlete representation, both stories reflect a broader commitment to innovation, inclusion, and athlete empowerment in global sport.
“To be elected Chair of the Athletes’ Commission is a huge honour. Representing the voice of the athletes is a responsibility I take great pride in.”
— Aifric Keogh, Chair, OFI Athletes’ Commission
