Ireland defeats Wales at Wheelchair Rugby League World Cup in Wollongong
The Wheelchair Rugby League World Cup is underway in Wollongong with Ireland captain Joseph Calcott scoring six tries.
The Wheelchair Rugby League World Cup is happening at Wollongong's WIN Entertainment Centre. Tuesday saw France, Australia, Ireland, and England all win.
The sport is fierce: custom steel-frame chairs crash at full speed. Collisions shake through the venue.
Ireland captain Joseph Calcott was brilliant, scoring six tries and winning player of the match. Wales captain Jodie Boyd-Ward said her team fought hard in a tough game.
Welsh player Matthew Turner turned 17 during the match. He is doing well in this fast, hard sport.
The tournament goes on through the week. Tickets are available.
- WIN Entertainment Centre, Wollongong
- Venue
- Joseph Calcott, 6
- Ireland captain tries
- Matthew Turner, 17
- Welsh player age
- France, Australia, Ireland, England
- Winning nations Tuesday
Why it mattersWheelchair rugby league is a high-level international competition that deserves mainstream sporting attention and audience.
