At Cambridgeshire Football Association, we are actively creating opportunities for Powerchair and wheelchair users in Cambridgeshire to enjoy regular football. 

We have joined together with the Cambridge United Foundation and have the opportunity to acquire powerchairs; making this a reality. While venue and equipment costs present challenges, we are committed to ensuring that everyone has the chance to play and experience football at all levels.

However, we do not have all the funding available for us to do this alone, which is why we need your help.

It doesn’t matter how big or how small your donation is, every pound raised will have a positive impact on Powerchair and Wheelchair players in Cambridgeshire.

DONATE HERE TO SUPPORT POWERCHAIR FOOTBALL

About Powerchair Football

Powerchair football is a dynamic and fast-paced version of football adapted for electric wheelchair (powerchair) users. It is typically played on a 30m x 18m basketball court.

Two teams of four players (including the goalkeeper) pass, dribble and spin-kick an oversized football as they try to score more goals than the opposing team.

Players compete in specially designed powerchairs for the sport of powerchair football. Metal foot guards are attached to the front of the powerchairs, allowing players to kick the ball. Players ‘spin’ to generate power, striking the ball with the side of the guard for the strongest hits, although often using the front bars of the guard results in a more accurate impact.

Players mostly have Cerebral Palsy or Muscular Dystrophy, but others can play too. There are no age brackets as this is a non-contact sport.

For those looking to play competitively, the Wheelchair Football Association support national and regional leagues, whilst there is also a chance to go on the England Talent Pathway and represent the England National Team.