Pathways
Development Pathways
Emerging Talent Program
Delivered by Paralympics Australia & The Australian Steelers the emerging talent program aims to identify, develop and support the next generation of Wheelchair Rugby athletes in Australia.
Eligibility: Classifiable Wheelchair Rugby Athletes not currently in the Australian Steelers HP Squad.
How to be identified: if you or someone you know has what it takes to make the next level you can submit a nomination form by clicking here!
Selection Criteria: Identified as new/talented, developing/capable of progressing to the next level and podium potential athletes. Successful athletes will be determined by the National High Performance Team.
Find our more by contacting Paralympics Australia National Pathways Manager Sam Fox at sam.fox@paralympic.org.au.
Australian Steelers Development Squad
The development squad aims to fast-track the development of talented Wheelchair Rugby athletes exposing them to the National High Performance Program. Athletes in the this squad have be identified as they near National Team selection.
Eligibility: Classifiable Wheelchair Rugby Athletes identified as Podium Potential Level Athletes.
Selection Criteria: Successful athletes will be determined by the National High Performance Program.
Find our more by contacting Paralympics Australia National Pathways Manager Sam Fox at sam.fox@paralympic.org.au.
Coaching and Refereeing Pathways
Get involved!
Being involved in the wheelchair rugby community is a rewarding experience! There are many opportunities to get involved as a coach, referee & official without needing previous experience in the sport.
Learn how to get involved by contacting General Manager, Chris Nay at chris@wheelchairrugby.com.au.
Coach Pathway Development Program
Delivered by Paralympics Australia & The Australian Steelers this program aims to identify, develop and support the next generation of Wheelchair Rugby coaches in Australia.
Eligibility: Aspirational coaches looking to develop with previous experience coaching sport (not necessarily wheelchair rugby)
How to be identified: If you or someone you know has what it takes to make the next level as coach you can submit a nomination form by clicking here!
Selection Criteria: Successful coaches will be determined by the National High Performance Team.
Find our more by contacting Paralympics Australia National Pathways Manager Sam Fox at sam.fox@paralympic.org.au.
Wheelchair Rugby Fundamentals Course
Now available on Rugby Xplorer!