Penrith Pumas return from wheelchair rugby trip to Uganda
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 11:30 AM
Last updated Aug 17, 2026

The Penrith Pumas wheelchair rugby team recently returned from a two-week trip to Kampala, Uganda, where they helped establish the country's first wheelchair rugby tournament. Captain Sarah Burrows described the experience as a "once-in-a-lifetime" opportunity that deepened her understanding of the challenges faced by disabled individuals in Uganda. During their visit, the Pumas donated specialized wheelchairs, everyday mobility aids, and medical supplies, while also conducting workshops to teach the sport's rules and mentor local players. The team plans to send additional equipment via shipping containers in the future.
- •Penrith Pumas donated wheelchairs and medical supplies in Uganda.
- •Team conducted workshops to teach wheelchair rugby rules.
- •Trip was described by Sarah Burrows as transformative.
- •Additional sports equipment will be sent to Uganda soon.
- •Event marks the formation of Uganda's first wheelchair rugby tournament.
- 11:30 AMYahoo Sports — Wheelchair rugby team return from Uganda trip
"Penrith Pumas' captain Sarah Burrows says the trip was "amazing to be part of".
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