SA WCR (South Africa Wheelchair Rugby)

27/02/2026

SA WCR proud to announce Yolande Oosthuysen as Director of Paralympic Wheelchair Rugby. Yolande Oosthuysen was introduced to the sport in 2003.

26/02/2026

SA WCR proud to announce Zanel Jonker as Tournament Director. Zanel Jonker was introduced to the sport in 2024.

25/02/2026

“Hierdie is nie net nog ʼn wedstryd nie – dit is vir ons erkenning en beloning vir wat ons elke dag te bowe moet kom.”

21/02/2026

Thank you Aubrey Masango and 702 for your interest in wheelchair rugby.

We appreciate the opportunity for Gary Burnard, High Performance and Head Coach of the South Africa National Wheelchair Rugby team, to share our journey, the resilience, the challenges, and the triumphs along the way.

Your support helps us grow the game and inspire more athletes across the country.

Listen to interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qnBS5it6CNg

20/02/2026

As we prepare for our upcoming international tour, we’re reaching out to our community for support. 🇿🇦♿

We’ve launched a BackaBuddy campaign, and any donation — big or small — will go a long way in helping our team travel, compete, and continue growing wheelchair rugby in South Africa.

Your support makes this journey possible.



https://www.backabuddy.co.za/organization/south-africa-wheelchair-rugby

20/02/2026

As we prepare for our upcoming tour, we’ve connected with Good Things Guy to explore potential funding opportunities and help amplify our story. 🇿🇦♿

We’re excited about the possibility of sharing our journey and creating meaningful partnerships as we continue to grow wheelchair rugby on the international stage.

South African Wheelchair Rugby prepares for the European Division B Championship in Spain as they call on the public to help power their international campaign

15/02/2026

Push Forward with Us: Help Our Team Conquer Europe

The countdown to the WWR European Division B Championships in Zaragoza, Spain is on, and our national Paralympic wheelchair rugby team is ready to make South Africa proud 🇿🇦 ♿️ 🏐 🏆

To get there, we need a community of supporters behind them. Lend a hand, sponsor the team, and be part of their European adventure!

Arrie Nel Apteekgroep/ Arrie Nel Pharmacy Group

10/02/2026

Read the latest story in Rolling Inspiration magazine, featuring our Mustangs team based in Bloemfontein and their incredible journey on and off the court.

The Mustangs are a Bloemfontein-based wheelchair rugby club that has a habit of making history in the South African Wheelchair Rugby League.

We take a look at how this impressive club started, how it grew to be an impressive force, and how it is reinvesting in the community.
https://buff.ly/ySAyGGH

31/01/2026

Preparations for the WWR European championship B division in progress… 🇿🇦

25/01/2026

🇿🇦🇪🇸 Preparating for Euro Div B Championships - Spain 2️⃣0️⃣2️⃣6️⃣ ♿️🏐🏆

National Paralympic team back in the saddle and sharpening for Euro Division B Championships coming up in May 2026 in Zaragoza, Spain 🇪🇸❤️🇿🇦♿️🏐

23/01/2026

Arrie Nel Pharmacy Group invites you to their Charity Golf Day! ♿🏌️‍♂️🔥 Arrie Nel Apteekgroep/ Arrie Nel Pharmacy Group

Join us for an exciting day on the fairways in support of a meaningful cause! 🌟 Whether you’re chasing birdies or just enjoying great company, this promises to be a memorable day of golf and giving back.

📅 17 April
📍 Wingate Country Club
📩 Secure your place today! Contact Sabine – 067 112 0200

Places are limited — don’t miss the chance to be part of a fantastic event that combines sport, fun, and impact. 💚💛

08/12/2025

🔥2025 SA Wheelchair Rugby Finals🔥

A day of thrills and spills at Mandeville Sports & Social Club on Saturday, 6 December, as teams battled it out for the 2025 Paralympic Fours and Fives South Africa Wheelchair Rugby League titles.

Intensity and athleticism was on full display; full-court sprints and crunching chair-to-chair battles, the Finals had it all!

A massive salute to all athletes, coaches and officials who made this season unforgettable - a true celebration of wheelchair rugby in South Africa! 🫡🇿🇦♿🏐

Paralympic Fours – Final Standings

🥇 Tuks – Champions!
🥈 Mandeville
🥉 Mustangs
4️⃣ Vikings

Fives – Final Standings

🥇 Mustangs – Champions!
🥈 Mandeville Red Rhinos
🥉 Tuks
4️⃣ Mandeville White Rhinos

Thank you to Mandeville Sports & Social Club for hosting another world-class event, and to everyone who came through to cheer on the teams 📣😀

The growth of wheelchair rugby in South Africa continues – and 2026 is already looking bigger and better!