Natalie has been part of the Welsh Judo family for more than 27 years, progressing through the pathway from a young judoka to one of Wales’s most successful athletes. She spent over a decade on the IJF World Tour, competing at two Olympic Games and achieving several historic firsts for Welsh judo, including becoming World No. 1 and winning both World Championship and Commonwealth Games medals.

Since retiring from competition, Natalie has continued to contribute to Welsh sport through her work in performance programmes at Wales Golf. Now returning to Welsh Judo in a coaching role, she brings extensive experience and a passion for supporting the next generation of Welsh athletes on their journey toward future Commonwealth success.