Paralympics LIVE: Come, try and celebrate!
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to play sport in a wheelchair? Come and give it a try.
Suncoast Spinners
Sunshine Coast families are invited to come and try wheelchair basketball and rugby at a free Paralympics LIVE event on August 29 at the University’s Sports Arena in Sippy Downs.
The action-packed event will celebrate everything that is great about the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games with the Opening Ceremony and Games events broadcast LIVE on the big screen.
After you’ve tried it for yourself, enjoy a showcase game thanks to local club, the Suncoast Spinners.
Then, cheer on our Aussie Steelers in their first Wheelchair Rugby game broadcast live from Paris.
Sunshine Coast Mayor Rosanna Natoli said Paralympics LIVE was an amazing opportunity for the community to celebrate the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games and to show support for our local Paralympians and para-athletes.
“It’s truly remarkable to see so many talented individuals from our region showcasing their skills on the global stage,” Mayor Natoli said.
“I’d like to acknowledge their dedication and perseverance and wish them the very best of luck.
“The Sunshine Coast will be cheering loudly for each and every one of our Paralympians in the coming weeks.”
“I encourage our community to wear green and gold and join the celebrations at the Paralympics LIVE event.”
Wheelchair Rugby Coach Damien Mortaud said the Suncoast Spinners were proud to be hosting the special event dedicated to wheelchair rugby and celebrating reverse inclusion with a come and try day.
“Come down and try out wheelchair rugby with our staff and members,” Damien said.
“We welcome everyone through our inclusion program, including able or non-able persons.
“See what all the hype is about with a special broadcast of the Steelers’ first game.
“This truly is a fun sport, making people more aware of disability sports and celebrating our Paralympians,” he said.
Event details:
When: 3-9pm, August 29
Where: The University’s Sports Arena, 32 Olympic Way, Sippy Downs
Wear: Closed-in shoes for the come and try event
What:
Paris 2024 Opening Ceremony highlights (from 3pm)
Come and try wheelchair rugby and basketball, open to all ages and abilities (3-5pm)
FREE face painting and cookie decorating (3-5pm)
Showcase wheelchair rugby game thanks to the Suncoast Spinners (5-7pm)
Paralympics LIVE, Aussie Steelers on the big screen (7-9pm)