A statement released by IWA-Sport and Irish Wheelchair Rugby regarding the upcoming European Championships, Division B.

The Irish Wheelchair Rugby Team has withdrawn from the European Championships Division B, which were due to take place in Finland, this September. The squad is extremely disappointed to have to withdraw on this occasion, however the circumstances were completely outside of its control and have been acknowledged by World Wheelchair Rugby.

Irish Wheelchair Rugby would like to thank anyone who has made donations towards the team costs to date.

The team will continue to train and prepare for future International Wheelchair Rugby Competitions and to that end the funding raised to date will remain very helpful however if donors would like to seek a refund they may do so by emailing info@irishwheelchairrugby.com.