Andy

Name/nickname: Andrew/Andy 

Pronouns: He/Him 

Year started playing/involved in wheelchair rugby? 2014

Role/discipline played? All of them 

How you got into wheelchair rugby? I broke my neck 10 years ago as a birthday present for Adam/Coach, (Same date). I was introduced to the sport at Salisbury spinal unit and looked up a local club as soon as I was discharged from hospital.

Favourite thing about wheelchair rugby? The contact, the pressure and the tactics. 

Best moment playing wheelchair rugby? Knocking Stu Robinson out of his chair when I was the last man 'standing'! 💪

And less about Wheelchair Rugby…

Sporting hero?

Ronaldo 🇧🇷⚽(The OG, not Cristiano)

Three words to describe me?

Adventurous, resilient, and adaptable 

About me?

Electrician, Experienced Powerboat handler, Scout leader teaching kids to navigate the Ten Tors, Walking group leader, Wheelchair rugby coach.

But since my injury I focus my energy on playing as much sport as my body allows and making my family proud of my achievements. 

Favorite pre game song?

DMX - Ruff Ryders or Eminem - Lose Yourself 

Other sports played?

Tennis, Table tennis, Basketball, Skiing, Waterskiing, Kitesurfing, Sailing