Congratulations Andy!
Congratulations to IPF injured player Andy Barrow on being named as DisabilityPower100 Top Influencer by the ShawTrust.
News
World OT Day 27 October 2020
This World OT Day our resident Occupational Therapist Caroline Searight has discussed the changes made over the last 6 months and the powerful impact that has been achieved.
On a roll in IPF marathon
They should have been cheered on by thousands as the London Marathon took place through the streets of the capital.
Instead, four intrepid heroes were waved off by World Rugby chairman, Bill Beaumont, to complete 26.2 miles around Kendal Rugby Club’s first team pitch. Three of them were in wheelchairs and all four were fundraising for the RFU Injured Players Foundation.
Gary‘s New Target
RFU Injured Players Foundation client Gary Evans shares his experiences at the Battle Back weekend, and how it helped him find his love of archery.
Fatialofas fly home with huge thank you to the IPF
As Michael Fatialofa and his wife Tatiana head home to New Zealand this month (September) they have expressed their sincere appreciation to the RFU Injured Players Foundation (IPF) for helping the family after Michael's spinal cord injury.
OAS Calorie Challenge takes off
Players who have piled on some weight during lockdown and want to get fit again for the fast, new, non-contact rugby may want to sign up to an initiative launched by Old Albanians and raise money for charities which include the RFU Injured Players Foundation.
The 2.6 Challenge
England Rugby players get behind the #twopointsixchallenge in aid of the RFU Injured Players Foundation!
Local Landmarks Challenge 2020
Support catastrophically injured rugby players by fundraising and taking part in the Local Landmarks Challenge!
Win Incredible Prizes and Support the IPF Through the Supporters Draw!
The brand new way to win incredible rugby prizes, whilst supporting our important work.
Join the England Rugby Supporters Draw today and you could win a host of amazing prizes each time England plays, including British Airways flights, the chance to watch the team train at Pennyhill Park, signed kit, match tickets and much, much more.
IPF Beacon of Hope in 2020
The RFU Injured Players Foundation can be a beacon of hope for those who need it the most.
Harry's Paralympics Ambition
Four years ago Harry Langley was injured playing hooker for the University of Sussex when he was 20. Since then he has shifted his focus to wheelchair rugby and is now aiming to represent Team GB at the Paralympic Games.
Researchers Sought to Help IPF
Looking to expand their research programme, the IPF is keen to hear from interested researchers who can contribute to the Foundation's vision.
IPF Client voted Club Chairman
Lee Jones, who was injured playing for his club Silhillians RFC in 2016 aged 35, was unanimously voted to be his club’s chairman at the most recent AGM.
Royal Polo Day Benefits Injured Players
When The Duke of Cambridge and The Duke of Sussex played in the 2019 King Power Royal Charity Polo Day, it was to raise awareness and funds for charities they support including the RFU’s Injured Players Foundation.
Injured Player Conquers Vitality London 10k
21 volunteers took on the Vitality London 10,000 as part of the IPF Team, including injured player Dani Watts who completed the race in a wheelchair alongside members of her rugby club, family and friends.
Jack Fishwick 7s fundraising for IPF
The rugby 7s & netball tournament at Wimbledon RFC in support of the IPF and is now in to its 6th year and needs your help to encourage more teams to enter.
Run the London Landmarks Half
Run London's central half marathon through Westminster and the City, and fundraise in support of catastrophically injured rugby players and the rugby family.
