About Adaptive Inclusive Rugby Leauge
the Game
Wheelchair Rugby League is open to all with no classification system and is played with a rugby ball. It closely follows the rules of running rugby. The game is aimed primarily at Adaptive Athletes and allows for participation by able bodied athletes on a limited basis as well (measured by the number of able bodied athletes on the court at any time). We welcome all athletes, male and female, and have coaches who are certified and very Knowledgeable of the game.
It's important to note that Wheelchair Rugby League is different in many ways to Wheelchair Rugby associated with Paralympics. We have total respect for all Adaptive Athletes and the brand of Wheelchair Rugby that competes for medals in the Paralympics
Mission
The mission of USA All Inclusive Rugby is to build Wheelchair Rugby League into a mainstream sustainable sport across the United States. The US team has qualified for the Rugby League World Cup in Australia in October 2026 and is seeking additional players, staff and monetary contributions to grow this sport. To that end, we seek to establish a multi-city wheelchair rugby league competition within the US.
VALUES
USA Adaptive Inclusive Rugby is a non-profit 501c3 organization which seeks to offer all athletes, primarily adaptive athletes but open to able bodied players as well. Men, women, young and old can play competitive wheelchair rugby league. The game is based on the rules of rugby league which is an international sport. Wheelchair Rugby League worldwide is building upon the last World Cup, held in England in 2022.
Governance
The USA Wheelhawks participate in International competition in conjunction with the US Association of Rugby League (USARL). The USARL is the National Governing body of rugby league in the United States working with all forms of rugby league, including mens, womens, wheelchair, and youth.
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History of THe Wheelhawks
The United States Wheelchair Rugby League team was invited by the International Rugby League to participate in the 2022 RL World Cup in England. Due to the efforts of several individuals, team tryouts and practices began in late 2020 for team selection. The team was based in Columbia, SC. Following many months of practice and skills building, a team was selected to represent the US.
At the World Cup, the US played Scotland, world third ranked Wales, and number one France. Despite playing the first ever competitive international game, the US beat Scotland 62-41. In the second game, the US had the first half lead but the experience of Wales saw the Wheelhawks go down 32-50. The final game was of great experience for the US but France was way too strong. However, one of our players , Mackenzie Johnson, was selected in the 10 member Team of the Tournament, a huge honor.
