MEET THE GANG!
North East Barbarians play ‘wheelchair rugby fives’ and the current team members are below, with a few photos and a quote why they love our sport.
NORTH EAST BARBARIANS WR
NEWCASTLE WHEELCHAIR RUGBY CLUB
John
The Thinker
“I’m the newest member and I have been made to feel so welcome. The training is a highlight of the week”
LAYTH
CLUB FOUNDER
“Wheelchair Rugby is a fantastic sport for keeping fit, and I love the camaraderie”
Shazza
TEAM MANAGER
“Its now my Tuesday night Ting! ”
SAM
MAN ABOUT TOWN
“I look forward to training every week and the rugby five tournaments are amazing”
MICK
THE BULLDOZER
“Training is always fun and competitive, it’s the highlight of my week”
Hilary
THE WORK HOURSE
“I love being part of the team and the competitions are what really motivates me”
ADAM
THE PLAYMAKER
“Everyone is welcome, but expect to work hard and be prepared to laugh”
Taj
Silent assassin
“I’ve just started to play wheelchair rugby and I love it”
Gav
COOL AS A CUCUMBER
“The atmosphere at the tournaments is what draws me to wheelchair rugby”
ROSS
THE TRY SCORER
“It’s a great sport that tests your strength, skills and stamina”
KEV
THE ROCK
“My job is to stop the opposition from scoring, I love it!”
Jeff
THE TERRIER
“I love being able to help the team and stop the opposition”
Daniel
FUTURE STAR
“I love being part of the team and I am looking forward to playing in the tournaments in 2023”
Grace
THE WORKER
“Being part of a team has helped with both my mental and physical health, I love it.”
DUNCAN
WHEELCHAIR TECHNICIAN
“I love to keep the teams wheels rolling and being part of something bigger than myself”
Newcastle Wheelchair Rugby Club Team Photo 2019
Newcastle Wheelchair Rugby Club Team Photo 2020
Newcastle Wheelchair Rugby Club Team Photo 2021
Newcastle Wheelchair Rugby Club Team Photo 2021
North East Barbarians 2021 Player Awards
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ROSS: Player Of The Year
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JOHN: Players Player Of The Year
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TAJ: Most Improved Player of the Year
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KEV: Defensive Player Of The Year
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ROSS: Offensive Player Of The Year
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JOHN: Oh Sh*t Moment!