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Former netballer accelerates career to CEO
After a stellar 17-year netball career, which included three World Championships and a Commonwealth Games gold and silver medal with the Australian Diamonds, Natalie Butler (née Medhurst) is showing how valuable the athlete experience is when it comes to other leadership roles within sport.
About wheelchair sports
These videos introduce you to wheelchair sports. You will learn about a selection of sports, how they feature within para sport and who can take part. Some are only for people with disability and many inclusive community programs are open to anyone.
What is wheelchair sport?
Wheelchair sport refers to any physical activity or game where a wheelchair is used for participation. It can include both social and competitive opportunities and may be part of para sport or inclusive community programs involving people with and without disability.
Who can play wheelchair sports?
Wheelchair sports are primarily designed for people with disability, while also providing opportunities for participation by people without disability in inclusive community, school and mixed-competition programs.
Fundamental wheelchair sport skills
These videos show you the basic wheelchair skills – like moving, turning, stopping and ball handling – to help you play safely and confidently. Refer to the fact sheets accompanying each video for further guidance.