The best of England’s emerging talent in wheelchair rugby will face off in an action-packed event for all the family this bank holiday weekend.
The Wheelchair Rugby League event is coming to York Sport on Sunday 26 May, with a Youth Wheelchair RL festival, a match between York RLFC and Bradford Bulls, and a ‘Future of England’ match to finish.
The event will take place at the Arena, at York Sport Centre. The youth (9-15yrs) festival starts at 10.30am and is free to enter.
The York RLFC v Bradford Bulls match will kick off at 12.45pm, and ‘The Future of England’ match kicks off at 2.45pm.
Wheelchair Rugby League has exploded in popularity since England’s dramatic, last-minute victory over France in the 2022 World Cup Final.
Now, the architect of that famous victory, England head coach Tom Coyd, is in the process of unearthing the next generation of talent to take on the world.
Tom Coyd, said: “Future world cup winners will be in action on Sunday 26 – they are the future of England. From the youth festival in the morning, through to the ‘Future of England’ match in the afternoon, and York versus Bradford Bulls in between, there’s so much for individuals and families to enjoy.
“It’s inclusive, it’s exciting and it’s not to be missed.
“For all those involved it’s a chance to gain experience at the next level, to showcase their skills and to enjoy the thrill of playing in front of a crowd. There’s nothing like it.
“My thanks go to our partners at York RLFC Foundation and York Sport for their fantastic support.”
Tickets for this Bank Holiday Weekend bonanza are available online now, priced from £3 (concessions) and £5 (adults).