Great Britain Wheelchair Rugby has just strapped a rocket to its performance plans, announcing Science in Sport (SiS) as Official Performance Nutrition Supplier—and the newest recruit to its ambitious “28 for 28” legacy programme.
In plain English, that means some of the smartest sports-science minds in the business will now fine-tune every gel, drink, and recovery shake that fuels the GB squads from grassroots right through to the Paralympic arena.
A partnership built on more than powders and protein
SiS isn’t merely dropping off boxes of energy bars at training camp. This is a multi-year commitment, heavy on value-in-kind support:
- World-class nutrition products: Tailored formulations for both elite and pathway athletes.
- Performance know-how: Expert workshops that explain why and when to fuel, not just what to swallow.
- Community impact: Visibility and resources for wheelchair rugby clubs up and down the country.
Put simply, the deal is designed to nourish performance and the sport’s wider ecosystem—exactly what the 28 for 28 programme is all about.
Voices from the dressing room (and the boardroom)
“We’re delighted to welcome Science in Sport to the GBWR community. Their expertise in performance nutrition will make a tangible difference to our athletes; combined with the support for our broader 28 for 28 goals demonstrates real commitment to changing perceptions of disability and showcasing disability sport.” — Jason Brisbane, CEO, GB Wheelchair Rugby
“We are immensely proud to partner with Great Britain Wheelchair Rugby, as a rapidly growing sport that shares many core values as Science in Sport, we believe that we can help unlock greater performance capabilities of the GBWR squad with tailored nutritional support throughout their 4 year preparation for the 2028 Paralympic games. It also provides a fantastic opportunity to provide expert guidance and education to the wider GBWR community.” — Daniel Lampard, CEO, Science in Sport
Why nutrition matters
Wheelchair rugby is a full-contact thrill ride that chews through energy faster than a racing battery. Proper fuelling:
- Boosts match-day output — rapid carbohydrates for sustained power in brutal collisions.
- Accelerates recovery — balanced protein and electrolyte blends cut down muscle fatigue.
- Supports well-being — evidence-based micronutrients keep immune systems firing during long seasons.
By aligning with SiS, Great Britain Wheelchair Rugby gains bespoke formulations researched under lab conditions and tested in the real-world chaos of court battles.
Content series: lifting the lid on elite preparation
Fans won’t be left in the dark. GBWR and SiS plan a steady stream of behind-the-scenes features—think day-in-the-life vlogs, data-led infographics, and candid interviews—that reveal how nutrition underpins every training block, selection camp, and international fixture.
Expect storylines that spotlight:
- Rising pathway players hustling for a senior cap.
- Veteran stars tweaking routines to squeeze out marginal gains.
- Grassroots clubs adopting pro-level guidance to transform local participation.
Looking ahead to LA 2028—and beyond
With Paris 2024 on the immediate horizon and Los Angeles 2028 looming larger each day, the timing couldn’t be better. The collaboration sets a performance baseline now, then iterates over four seasons to peak precisely when medals are on the line.
From a legacy standpoint, the 28 for 28 scheme aims to leave lasting footprints: inclusive programmes, informed coaches, and a generation who see wheelchair rugby as a vibrant sporting pathway—not a niche curiosity.
Great Britain Wheelchair Rugby has always punched above its weight; now it does so with science in its corner and a nutrition roadmap stretching all the way to LA.
Keep an eye on the court—because the next thunderous hit or last-second try might be powered by an SiS gel mixed to milligram perfection.
