Wheel Power News

Norfolk wins in Australia

Sat, 06 Feb 2010 22:32:00 +0100

Britain's Peter Norfolk won his fourth Australian Open quad wheelchair singles, beating David Wagner 6-2 7-6.

British players continue Melbourne success

Sat, 06 Feb 2010 22:34:00 +0100

Peter Norfolk and Lucy Shuker both secured places at the Australian Open finals.

Norfolk off to a winning start

Sat, 06 Feb 2010 22:35:00 +0100

Paralympic champion Peter Norfolk wins his quad singles title defence opener at the Australian Open in Melbourne.

Geraint Richards earns international coaching honour

Thu, 18 Feb 2010 23:31:00 +0100

Richards has been named Coach of the Year for 2009 by the International Wheelchair Tennis Association.

Great Britain Men’s Squad announced for Final Selection Camp

Thu, 18 Feb 2010 23:32:00 +0100

21 players will attend the 2010 World Championships selection camp at Stoke Mandeville on 30 March.

British trio finish runners-up in Sydney

Thu, 18 Feb 2010 23:32:00 +0100

Britain's Andrew Lapthorne, John Parfitt and Lucy Shuker all had to be content with runners-up honours as the Sydney International Wheelchair Tennis Open.

Wheelchair Basketball Level One Course

Thu, 18 Feb 2010 23:33:00 +0100

A course to introduction basic skills and game play which is a pre-requisite of the GBWBA Coach Award.

Weir and Woods ready for revenge

Mon, 22 Feb 2010 10:26:00 +0100

Britain’s top wheelchair racers David Weir and Shelly Woods will be seeking revenge at this years Virgin London Marathon.

British wins at North West Challenge

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 11:38:00 +0100

David Phillipson, Anna Tarkowski and John Parfitt win at the North West Challenge

WheelPower on TV!

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 11:25:00 +0100

See why we do what we do?

British Paralympians preparing for start of Vancouver Paralympic Winter Games

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 15:44:00 +0100

Twelve athletes to represent GB at the Xth Paralympic Winter Games in Vancouver, Canada.

Introducing Steve Snelling....

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 19:08:00 +0100

WheelPower's new Sports Development Officer starts work.

WheelPower seek Finance Manager

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 21:00:00 +0100

An opportunity for a highly motivated person to join WheelPower to organise and manage the financial affairs of the charity.

World's Top Four Wheelchair Basketball Teams to contest BT Paralympic World Cup

Fri, 12 Mar 2010 08:44:00 +0100

Australia to defend BT Paralympic World Cup title against GB, Canada and Italy.

ParalympicsGB flagbearer announced as Amy Williams sends message of good luck to British team

Fri, 12 Mar 2010 22:42:00 +0100

Michael McCreadie, skip of the wheelchair curling team, has been named as ParalympicsGB’s flagbearer for the Opening Ceremony.

Two comebacks but two defeats for curlers

Tue, 16 Mar 2010 09:21:00 +0100

Latest news from the wheelchair curling in Vancouver

British juniors make bright start in Sunderland

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 08:38:00 +0100

British juniors make the most of decent first round draw at world ranking event.

Mixed results leave GB sixth

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 08:40:00 +0100

GB curlers lose to Italy but beat Japan.

Shuker eases into Sunderland final

Sat, 20 Mar 2010 08:12:00 +0100

British No 1 comfortably reaches the women's singles final in Sunderland.

Games End

Mon, 22 Mar 2010 09:03:00 +0100

ParalympicsGB pledge not to forget winter sports as Paralympic flag passes to Sochi.

WheelPower seek Activator for Time to Shine

Mon, 22 Mar 2010 09:04:00 +0100

Exciting opportunity to work with the Olympic Boroughs to deliver WheelPower's Time to Shine programme.

Leicestershire and Rutlands Disability Athletics Festival

Mon, 22 Mar 2010 09:13:00 +0100

Enter this popular events at Saffron Lane Stadium, Leicester on Tuesday 27 April 2010.

Phillipson edged out in Sunderland final

Wed, 24 Mar 2010 16:10:00 +0100

British No 2 runners-up for the third year in succession in Sunderland

Phillipson heads British success in Florida

Fri, 09 Apr 2010 09:40:00 +0100

Phillipson achieves biggest success of his career on Wednesday at Florida Open.

Medals for Britain at Poland shooting world cup

Fri, 09 Apr 2010 09:41:00 +0100

GB development squad return from the first shooting world cup with medals.

Britons continue to excel in USA and South Africa

Fri, 09 Apr 2010 09:47:00 +0100

British players continue to produce impressive results in USA and South Africa.

Brits hunt titles in Florida and South Africa

Mon, 12 Apr 2010 08:52:00 +0100

British players will contest at least four finals this weekend in Florida and Johannesburg.

GB Junior Team Selected for Astra Tech Tournament

Mon, 12 Apr 2010 14:40:00 +0100

GB Junior team for the Astra Tech tournament in Holland selected at Training Camp.

Andrew is pedalling for WheelPower

Wed, 14 Apr 2010 15:36:00 +0100

Andrew McLaren from Drivers Jonas is taking part in a one day international cycling event in Italy for WheelPower.

This is the best, says Fearnley

Sat, 24 Apr 2010 22:23:00 +0100

Australian Paralympic marathon champion delighted to be back in London.

Shuker nets Cajun Classic doubles title

Mon, 26 Apr 2010 09:40:00 +0100

Lucy Shuker wins Cajun Classic in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

Job Vacancy

Mon, 26 Apr 2010 09:43:00 +0100

GBWBA seeking Development and Operations Director

Cassidy celebrates first marathon victory

Mon, 26 Apr 2010 09:48:00 +0100

Canadian newcomer Josh Cassidy celebrates his first marathon title.

Second place for Rhinos

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 08:09:00 +0100

RGK TCAT Rhinos and Oldham Owls travel to Poland to play in the European Challenge Cup

Great Britain mix youth and experience for 2010 Invacare World Team Cup

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 08:30:00 +0100

Great Britain team announced for the 2010 Invacare World Team Cup in Turkey

Starring Role on the Cobbled Street for GB player Laurie Williams

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 09:57:00 +0100

GB Wheelchair Basketball player Laurie Williams swaps the court for Weatherfield.

Win for Stoke Mandeville

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 09:57:00 +0100

Despite travel chaos, eleven teams made it to WheelPower’s Inter Spinal Unit Games.

Time to Shine for future Paralympic stars

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 09:58:00 +0100

Disabled children from Olympic Host Boroughs take part in ‘Time to Shine’.

Phillipson regains 1 ranking

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 10:00:00 +0100

Nottinghamshire's David Phillipson has becomes Britain's No 1 ranked men's wheelchair tennis player for the second time in his career.

Gold, three silver and two bronze medals for GB at shooting world cup

Tue, 04 May 2010 08:48:00 +0100

GB shooting squad return from Turkey with a gold, three silver and two bronze medals.

Successful first day for Great Britain at Invacare World Team Cup

Tue, 04 May 2010 10:00:00 +0100

GB enjoy a successful first day at the 2010 Invacare World Team Cup with victories in men's, women's and junior events

Manchester to welcome a touch of Paris

Wed, 05 May 2010 23:04:00 +0100

UK soul queen Mica Paris teams up with BT to donate her single Hold On as the official anthem to this year’s BT Paralympic World Cup.

GB men to play for third at Invacare World Team Cup

Mon, 10 May 2010 08:05:00 +0100

GB men's wheelchair tennis team to play second seeds in the play-off for third place at the 2010 Invacare World Team Cup

Great Britain men finish fourth at Invacare World Team Cup

Mon, 10 May 2010 09:30:00 +0100

GB men, women and junior wheelchair tennis teams all finish fourth at the Invacare World Team Cup in Turkey.

Cyclefest Leads Mobility Roadshow Sports Agenda

Tue, 11 May 2010 11:22:00 +0100

Sir Stirling Moss to open Mobility Roadshow at East of England Showground, Peterborough on 1st July.

Higos sponsor Wheel Appeal

Wed, 12 May 2010 09:19:00 +0100

Higos Insurance Services announce exciting partnership with Wheel Appeal.

Wheelchair badminton sessions at Stoke Mandeville Stadium

Wed, 12 May 2010 10:01:00 +0100

Phoenix Badminton Club announce wheelchair badminton sessions at Stoke Mandeville Stadium on Tuesday evenings

GB Women return to Manchester for sixth year

Wed, 12 May 2010 10:25:00 +0100

GB Women’s wheelchair basketball team announced for BT Paralympic World Cup in 30 May

Steels wins junior title in Turkey

Mon, 17 May 2010 10:07:00 +0100

Devon's Josh Steels wins junior singles final at the Turkish Open

Lord Coe counting down to BT Paralympic World Cup

Wed, 19 May 2010 11:06:00 +0100

Lord Sebastian Coe has spoken of his hopes for the GB and international athletes who will compete in Manchester.

Motivation launch affordable Sports Wheelchair

Wed, 19 May 2010 11:11:00 +0100

UK based international disability and development organisation Motivation to encourage participation in wheelchair sports.

Mandeville and Wenlock revealed at Stoke Mandeville Stadium

Fri, 21 May 2010 09:51:00 +0100

LOCOG reveal mascots Mandeville and Wenlock birthplace of the Paralympic Game

Shuker runner-up in Korea Open doubles

Mon, 24 May 2010 10:51:00 +0100

Britain's Lucy Shuker finishes runners-up in the women's doubles at the Korean Open Wheelchair Tennis Championships

Medals for GB at German World Cup

Wed, 26 May 2010 08:16:00 +0100

Britain’s shooters win three golds, one silver and a bronze at IPC Shooting World Cup

WIn for GB at World Cup

Thu, 27 May 2010 21:24:00 +0100

GB off to a flying start at the BT Paralympic World Cup, defeating Italy in empathic style.

GB Win BT Paralympic World Cup

Sun, 30 May 2010 22:12:00 +0100

GB are the BT Paralympic World Cup champions in the men’s Wheelchair Basketball, after defeating Canada 53-24 in today’s final.

Nine medals for GB shooters at France world cup

Wed, 02 Jun 2010 07:01:00 +0100

Three golds, four silvers and two bronze medals for GB shooters.

Birthday Honours

Sat, 12 Jun 2010 09:03:00 +0100

Caz Walton and Ann Wild awarded OBE's and Robin Courage Awarded MBE in Queen's Birthday Honours

Tour de Vale Bike Ride

Wed, 16 Jun 2010 10:33:00 +0100

We'd like to say a massive thank you to all who took part in the Tour de Vale Bike Ride. Photos available

Houdet, Kunieda, Vergeer, Walraven head Wheelchair Doubles Entries for Wimbledon

Mon, 21 Jun 2010 08:52:00 +0100

Pairings announced for the wheelchair tennis doubles events at The Championships, Wimbledon, 2010.

Shuker leads British charge in France

Thu, 24 Jun 2010 08:30:00 +0100

Lucy Shuker beats world No 6 Aniek van Koot of the Netherlands in three sets in her opening match at the French Open.

GB making Final Preparations for World Championships

Thu, 24 Jun 2010 19:26:00 +0100

Both GB teams looking forward to taking on the best teams in the world in Birmingham.

Shuker into French Open semi-finals

Fri, 25 Jun 2010 08:14:00 +0100

Lucy Shuker beats her second top 10 ranked opponent in successive days to reach the first ITF Super Series women's singles semi-final of her career.

England select Brown

Fri, 25 Jun 2010 09:42:00 +0100

Danielle selected to represent England at the Delhi 2010 Commonwealth Games,

Tennis Courses at Stoke Mandeville Stadium this summer

Mon, 05 Jul 2010 10:12:00 +0100

Let Me Play announce brand new tennis courses this summer at Stoke Mandeville Stadium.

Richard and David cycle from John O’Groats to Land’s End

Mon, 05 Jul 2010 12:15:00 +0100

WheelPower supporters Richard Andrews and David Shaw cycle from John O’Groats to Land’s End to raise money for WheelPower.

Wheelchair Laser Tag!!!

Tue, 06 Jul 2010 11:00:00 +0100

Ever wanted to try paintball? Here's your chance to try Laser Tag

Mixed fortunes for GB Teams on Opening Day

Thu, 08 Jul 2010 10:42:00 +0100

World Wheelchair Basketball Championships opens with spectacular opening ceremony and two exhilarating games

ICAP select Wheel Appeal

Fri, 09 Jul 2010 10:44:00 +0100

ICAP select Wheel Appeal as one of 21 UK Beneficiaries for it’s 18th Global Annual Charity Day

Mixed fortunes for Great Britain’s Wheelchair Basketball Teams on second day

Mon, 12 Jul 2010 21:47:00 +0100

Heartbreak for GB women but joy for men

GB men make it three in a row

Mon, 12 Jul 2010 21:51:00 +0100

GB win third match in a row beating European Champions, Italy, last night

GB battle to win over Poland

Mon, 12 Jul 2010 21:59:00 +0100

GB Men continue their unbeaten run with a hard fought win against Poland.

Unbeaten GB men into quarter final at World Championships

Mon, 12 Jul 2010 22:00:00 +0100

GB men beat USA in tense final pool match

Liberty Festival

Tue, 13 Jul 2010 08:54:00 +0100

Visual artist Rachel Gadsden exhibiting work that celebrates a collaboration between sport and art

British players make bright start in Geneva

Wed, 14 Jul 2010 08:24:00 +0100

Four of the six British players in action on first day of the Swiss Open Wheelchair Tennis Championships

Paralympic Champions USA too strong for GB women

Wed, 14 Jul 2010 20:53:00 +0100

GB women defeated by USA in the first of the women’s quarter finals at the National Indoor Arena in Birmingham

France shatter Great Britain’s medal hopes

Wed, 14 Jul 2010 21:01:00 +0100

GB World Championship dream ended in 59-50 defeat by France

GB women jump up World Rankings by seeing off Japan

Fri, 16 Jul 2010 08:26:00 +0100

GB women through to 5/6th playoff game against Holland at World Championships

Great Britain men restore pride after impressive win over Canada

Fri, 16 Jul 2010 08:28:00 +0100

GB men beat Canada at World Chamionships

Parfitt reaches Swiss Open semi-finals

Fri, 16 Jul 2010 08:33:00 +0100

John Parfitt beats world No 9 Anders Hard to reach the quad singles semi-finals at Swiss Open Wheelchair Tennis Championships

Britain's disability shooters travel to Croatia for the World Championships

Fri, 16 Jul 2010 08:34:00 +0100

Britain's top disability shooters travel to Croatia to take part in the IPC Shooting World Championships.

GB secure 5th and 6th at World Championships

Fri, 16 Jul 2010 22:14:00 +0100

GB men finish 5th and GB women finish 6th at World Wheelchair Basketball Championships in Birmingham

Australia men and USA women finish top of the World

Mon, 19 Jul 2010 08:11:00 +0100

The final day of the World Championships saw the men and women fight it out for medals and it was Australia men and USA women who claimed the gold

British players beat more seeds in Nottingham

Thu, 22 Jul 2010 11:18:00 +0100

Two more British players beat seeds to progress to Thursday’s quarter-finals in Nottingham

Whiley & Peifer star in quarter finals at 21st British Open Wheelchair Tennis Championships

Fri, 23 Jul 2010 08:51:00 +0100

Jordanne Whiley and Nicolas Peifer record big upsets on Thursday to progress to the semi finals at British Open Wheelchair Tennis Championships

Vergeer and Andersson win singles titles at British Open Wheelchair Tennis Championships

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 08:19:00 +0100

Esther Vergeer and Johan Andersson win women’s singles and quad single titles at British Open

South West Powerchair Football taster

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 14:37:00 +0100

Powerchair Football taster and club development day on Saturday 21st August 2010 at the University of the West of England

Scheffers & Lapthorne win titles on final day of 21st British Open Wheelchair Tennis Championships

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 14:52:00 +0100

Maikel Scheffers wins the first Super Series men’s singles title of his career at British Open

Britain’s shooters return from Croatia with World Championship medals

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 08:43:00 +0100

GB shooters win four medals in Croatia

Gold for Newson

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 08:54:00 +0100

Zoe Newson wins Gold at the World Championships

Shuker secures Belgian Open double

Mon, 09 Aug 2010 08:57:00 +0100

British No. 1 wins biggest title of her career at Belgian Open Wheelchair Tennis Championships in Namur.

LOCOG are recruiting up to 70,000 volunteers known as 'Games Makers' from across the UK.

Mon, 09 Aug 2010 14:20:00 +0100

LOCOG is launching the London 2012 Games Maker programme.

Britons win Austrian and Belgian titles

Mon, 16 Aug 2010 10:57:00 +0100

Britain's Andrew Lapthorne, David Phillipson and Alex Jewit all collected NEC Wheelchair Tennis Tour titles in Austria and Belgium over the weekend.

Jewitt ends Belgian challenge on a high

Mon, 23 Aug 2010 14:43:00 +0100

Alex Jewitt completes a week of varied success for British players contesting NEC Wheelchair Tennis Tour events in Belgium and Austria.

Sleaford Rotary support Wheel Appeal

Wed, 25 Aug 2010 10:36:00 +0100

Sleaford Rotary Club raise £3,000.

Its Time to Shine

Wed, 01 Sep 2010 11:11:00 +0100

Stoke Mandeville Stadium celebrated two Years to the London 2012 Paralympic Games by providing young disabled people aged 12-18 with a chance to play sport at Time to Shine.

Norfolk seals fifth US Open Super Series title

Mon, 06 Sep 2010 08:52:00 +0100

Peter Norfolk seals 18th major singles title at US Open USTA Wheelchair Championships.