Interested in an intense, fast-paced, team-based sport? Join the Sportable Possums Wheelchair Rugby team – no previous wheelchair rugby experience is required! The beginner/intermediate training curriculum will build a foundational knowledge of the sport, skill development, equipment selection, and teamwork.
Program Fact Sheet
Who Can Play
Open to Sportable members, 14 years and older, who have a physical disability that impairs movement of 3-4 limbs and can push themselves in a manual wheelchair. Players may use a powerchair or other assistive device for everyday mobility. Examples of Player Conditions: Quadriplegic Spinal Cord Injuries, Muscular Dystrophy, Multi-limb Amputees, Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy.
Program Leadership
Madison Flores
Adaptive Programs Coordinator
madison@sportable.org
804-340-2991
Matt Lowery
Program Support
matt@sportable.org
804-340-2991
Testimonial
This is an incredible program with amazing staff that run everything. Truly appreciate this great opportunity that has provided me more independence and exercise”
- James
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