Backing Berkshire Banshees

One of the world’s largest producers of wheelchairs has teamed up with wheelchair rugby club the Berkshire Banshees.

Global mobility and healthcare manufacturer Invacare supported the rugby team at the recent Superhero Tri powered by Marvel, the UK’s only all-accessible triathlon.

Invacare supported the Banshees rugby team by providing triathlon entry and setting up a demonstration area with free wheelchair rugby activities for all attendees.

Great Britain Wheelchair Rugby recognises the Berkshire Banshees as Berkshire’s first and only wheelchair rugby team. The club trains at Blue Coat School in Reading and currently has over 20 team members across adult and junior teams.

“The Banshees are incredibly thankful to Invacare for making it possible for us to showcase wheelchair rugby at events like the Superhero Series,” said Sally Sycha, Head Coach for the Berkshire Banshees.

“Thanks to their backing, we are able to introduce the sport to new audiences and inspire more people with disabilities to get involved.

“Wheelchair rugby is so much more than a sport - it’s about community, confidence, and showing what’s possible. For many of our players, including myself, it’s been life changing.

“That first moment in a chair can feel daunting, but almost instantly, people go from nervous to saying, ‘let’s go again.’

“With the right support, especially from partners like Invacare, we can keep opening those doors and give more people the chance to find something that turns their life around.”

Marking the second year of Invacare’s involvement in the Superhero Tri, this year’s event saw over 4,000 participants take part in exciting challenges designed to be fully inclusive and encouraging all to swim, cycle, and push their way to the finish.

To find out more about Berkshire Banshees visit https://bansheeswr.club/ or how to get involved in wheelchair rugby https://gbwr.org.uk/