SCOTTISH ATHLETES SELECTED FOR PARALYMPICS GB
A strong Scottish contingent has been named in ParalympicsGB’s snowsport team for the Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympic Winter Games, highlighting the depth of talent emerging from Scotland’s grassroots clubs and performance pathways. Taking place from 6–15 March 2026 in northern Italy, the Games will showcase the world’s best para alpine and Nordic skiers, with Scotland once again making a significant contribution to the British team.
DOMINIC ALLEN - PARA ALPINE
Hailing from Fife, Dom Allen began his journey in the sport locally before developing through the Para Alpine Development Squad. At only 16, this season marked his debut in FIS competition, and he has quickly had multiple podium success, claiming victory in the Slovakian National Championships slalom. His rapid progression signals an exciting future on the international stage.
JAMES HANNAN - PARA ALPINE GUIDE
James Hannan started out at LSR and has since stepped confidently onto the world stage as guide to visually impaired athlete Fred Warburton. Hannan has previously secured victory in the Italian National Championships Super-G. The pair made their World Cup debut this season. His technical skill and growing experience strengthen an emerging VI partnership building toward Paralympic competition.
ADAM HALL - PARA ALPINE GUIDE
Adam Hall’s early development came through the Glenshee Performance Squad (GPS), laying the foundation for a successful guiding career. Adam competes as a guide for visually impaired skier Sam Cozens. He was a member of the Scottish National team whilst racing in FIS and featured in races across the globe, and has won both the Czech and Slovakian National Championships in slalom.
SCOTT MEENAGH - PARA NORDIC
From Cumbernauld, Scott Meenagh has become one of Britain’s most recognisable para Nordic athletes. A former soldier turned elite endurance competitor, Meenagh has represented ParalympicsGB (as the first British Para Nordic skier) across multiple Games and world championships in cross-country and biathlon, bringing resilience and experience to the 2026 squad.
KATIE GUEST - PARA ALPINE GUIDE
Katie Guest began skiing at just five years old on a golf course in Nethy Bridge, later progressing to Cairngorm Mountain and joining the Scottish Ski Club. Following in her sister Charlie’s footsteps, she competed individually until 2015, earning national titles and selection for both the Scottish and British national teams. After retiring, she discovered a passion for guiding when she stepped in for Millie Knight at a training camp, going on to serve as her reserve guide for four seasons. In 2021, after completing university, Katie partnered full-time with Menna Fitzpatrick, forming a formidable and successful team.
NEIL SIMPSON - PARA ALPINE
Neil Simpson began his skiing journey at Gordon Skiers and now stands among the world’s leading visually impaired alpine racers. In 2026 alone, he has secured an impressive seven World Cup titles. Competing alongside his brother and guide Andrew (in the speed events), as well as Rob Poth (in the techincal events), Simpson continues to be a major medal contender on the international circuit getting seven medals at World Cup events in 2026 alone. His biggest achievement is winning Gold in the Super-G and Bronze in the Alpine Combined at the 2022 Winter Paralympics alongside his brother.
ANDREW SIMPSON - PARA ALPINE GUIDE
Andrew Simpson began skiing at Aberdeen Snowsports Centre at the age of five before joining Gordon Skiers and training at The Lecht and Glenshee. He progressed from local Scottish races to national and international competitions, racing from U10 level through to his first year at FIS. When his brother Neil was classified, Andrew stepped in as his guide, and the pair quickly found success, winning Europa Cup and World Cup medals. They went on to win Gold in the Super-G and Bronze in the Alpine Combined at the 2022 Winter Paralympics.
DAVY ZYW - PARA SNOWBOARD
Edinburgh snowboard cross and banked slalom athlete Davy Zyw has made history as he becomes the first snowsports athlete with motor neurone disease (MND) to compete at a Paralympic Games. Diagnosed in 2018, Zyw has returned to elite competition and has proven he belongs at the highest level over the past year. This season alone he has claimed two silver medals at the Para Snowboard World Cup in Big White in snowboard cross, as well as a Europa Cup bronze in cross and bronze and silver medals in banked slalom.
ALISTAIR HALL - PARA ALPINE GUIDE
Born and raised in the north east of Scotland, Alistair Hall learned to ski on Aberdeen’s dry slope before progressing into racing and earning international selection with the British Children’s Alpine Team. At 16, he committed to a career in snowsport and was selected for the Scottish Ski Team. While studying at the University of Edinburgh, he was paired as a guide to Hester Poole.
We are grateful to Arnold Clark for supporting these athletes on their journeys to ultimately compete at the Paralympic Games.
Keep an eye out for the Paralympics schedule for Scottish athletes, which we will have up over the next week!