Ontario’s own Scarlett Delgado is ready to represent her country and province on the world stage at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in the women’s boxing 54kg category. A veteran Canadian national team athlete fighting out of Destiny Boxing in Kitchener, ON, Delgado is set to face off against other top competitors from across the Commonwealth.
Her first bout is scheduled for Sunday, July 26 against Scotland’s Stephanie Kernachan at approximately 6:30am ET, marking the start of her quest for gold at this prestigious event.
Hosted in Glasgow, Scotland, the Games will feature 201 athletes from 43 nations competing at the Scottish Event Campus (SEC). Running from July 24 to August 1, 2026, the competition includes seven weight classes for both men and women, highlighting some of the best boxing talent from around the world. With such a high level of competition, earning a medal at these Games cements an athlete’s status among the sport’s elite.
Team Canada’s boxing roster includes six talented fighters:
Amber-Jane Wall (W51kg): Marshall Boxing Club, Alberta
Scarlett Delgado (W54kg): Destiny Boxing, Ontario
Marie Al-Ahmadieh (W60kg): The Corner, Quebec
Keoma Al-Ahmadieh (M60kg): The Corner, Quebec
Gabriel Aly-Labrie (M65kg): Pound4Pound, Quebec
Joshua Ofori (M80kg): Marshall Boxing Club, Alberta
Following the conclusion of Team Canada’s training camp, Boxing Ontario caught up with Scarlett Delgado to hear her thoughts and preparations for this historic competition.
Can you share the key aspects of your training and mental preparation leading up to the Commonwealth Games? How have these helped you get ready for the competition?
This camp has been one of the most intentional I’ve ever had. Every session had a purpose, whether it was sharpening my boxing IQ, improving my conditioning, or making small technical adjustments that add up over time. At this level, everyone is talented, so it’s the details that separate athletes.
Mentally, I’ve spent a lot of time focusing on staying present. I’ve learned that confidence doesn’t come from telling yourself you’re ready. It comes from knowing you’ve done the work, even on the days nobody sees. I’ve trusted my preparation, stayed disciplined, and reminded myself that I don’t have to be perfect. I just have to be fully committed to every moment in the ring.
As you approach your opening bout, what approach will you take to establish momentum and set the tone for the competition ahead?
It’s definitely an exciting challenge opening against Scotland in front of a home crowd. It’s funny because it reminds me of the 2023 Pan American Games, where my opening bout was against Chile… in Chile. I’ve been in this position before, and experiences like that teach you how to embrace uncomfortable environments instead of fighting them.
For me, momentum starts with executing my game plan, not getting caught up in the atmosphere. Crowds don’t score fights. Judges score clean boxing. My goal is to stay composed, trust my instincts, and impose my style from the opening bell. If I do that, everything else will take care of itself.
What aspects of competing in the Commonwealth Games excite you the most?
Representing Canada on a stage like this is something I’ll never take for granted. It’s an honour to compete alongside some of the best athletes in the Commonwealth and to test myself against world-class competition.
What excites me most is the opportunity to see how all of the sacrifices, the early mornings, the setbacks, and the years of work come together in moments like these. Those are the moments you dream about as an athlete.
Are there any additional insights or thoughts you’d like to share?
I’ve learned that success isn’t built in one performance. It’s built in the hundreds of ordinary days where you choose discipline over comfort. Those days don’t get the headlines, but they’re what make these opportunities possible.
No matter what happens this week, I want people to see someone who competes with heart, composure, and pride. Wearing the maple leaf is a privilege, and I’m grateful for everyone who’s played a role in helping me get here.
All the best to Scarlett and Team Canada on their Commonwealth Games journeys!
The Commonwealth Games can be streamed live on CBC Gem.
Photo credit #1: Commonwealth Sport
Photo credit #2: Boxing Canada
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