Warwickshire children's charity partners with Great Britain Wheelchair Rugby
Great Britain Wheelchair Rugby has partnered with Wooden Spoon, a children's charity in Rugby
Great Britain Wheelchair Rugby has partnered with Wooden Spoon, a children's charity in Rugby to launch the Wooden Spoon GBWR Junior Regional Academies.
The initiative will expand inclusive playing and training opportunities for juniors to engage with wheelchair rugby at both grassroots and performance levels.
Wooden Spoon supports children and young people with disabilities or facing disadvantage, through the power of rugby.
Their partnership with GBWR will expand that mission; creating a dynamic, inclusive, and empowering space for young people with disabilities to thrive.
The new academies will provide increased playing and training opportunities for junior athletes in both wheelchair rugby, while also welcoming young people who are not currently affiliated with local clubs.
Jason Brisbane, GBWR CEO, said: “This partnership with Wooden Spoon is a powerful step forward in our mission to grow the sport from the ground up.
"Junior athletes deserve a space where they can thrive, connect, and dream big. These academies will be the launchpad for future Paralympians and community leaders.”
Sarah Webb, Wooden Spoon CEO, said: “Every child deserves the joy, confidence, and sense of belonging that sport brings.
"That’s why this partnership is so important, it opens the door for more young people to discover wheelchair rugby, to fulfil their dream of representing their country at the Paralympics, and to build lifelong friendships along the way.
"Together, we’re not just creating opportunities to play; we’re building a future where every child with a disability can see themselves as an athlete."