On 20-24 March, the Wheel Blacks battled for a 2024 Paralympics spot at the World Wheelchair Rugby Tournament in Wellington. For many of the St. Joseph's students who attended the game versus Brazil, it was their first time ever watching a Paralympic sport. What did they think of wheelchair rugby? The enthusiastic cheers from the stands say it all.

Opportunities like this can have lasting impacts on tamariki that lead to a more inclusive Aotearoa. They teach young people the importance of resilience and making the most of your own unique strengths, while fostering a sense of openness towards disability. Learn more about disability inclusion in sport and recreation.