LONDON IRISH played host to a first ever Disability Festival on Sunday.
Run by the club’s community team in conjunction with Premiership Rugby’s Project Rugby Programme, teams from Irish, Worcester Warriors, Wasps, Saracens and Bath took part in a coaching clinic, before facing off in a tournament.
The festival, which took place at the dome at Madejski Stadium, was designed to try and help break down barriers and provide new opportunities for people with disabilities within the community.
“As a club, we’re proud to be involved with Project Rugby and Sunday’s festival is a huge stepping stone for disability rugby,” said London Irish inclusion officer Joseph Pegg.
“The success of the festival is testament to the hard work of the London Irish community team and a big thank you must also go to the parents, staff and carers who made the day possible.
“The University of Brighton’s women’s rugby team, who helped with the running of the day, also deserve a special mention.”