The talent, drive and determination shown by our disabled athletes in major tournaments is incredible. Leading disability charity, Path to Success, hosted their third annual wheelchair basketball tournament fundraiser in September to help athletes through their Path to Tokyo 2020 campaign.
The iconic Copper Box Arena in London’s Olympic Park, saw Corporate teams take part in the tournament, competing to be crowned Corporate Wheelchair Basketball Champions 2018.
Additionally, teams were coached and joined on court by Paralympian, Louise Sugden, 2018 Para Powerlifting European Champion and Meg Hillier, MP for Hackney South and Shoreditch, while Channel 4 presenter and wheelchair basketball player and Path to Success Patron, Jordan Jarrett-Bryan also provided coaching and commented: “Path to Success is an important charity that provides support and funds for female athletes who are struggling to get an equal chance of fulfilling their potential. I’m glad to be involved in the tournament and playing a part in ensuring more females athletes get the support they deserve.”
There was plenty of support for the Path to Success Wheelchair Basketball Challenge, 2018. Here’s what some of the teams told Able Magazine about the tournament…
“The Wheelchair Basketball Tournament is a great event which is more physically challenging than you would expect it to be – and even more fun!”
Tim Lobanov, Heathrow Volunteering Program Manager
“Team Grace Belgravia had the most fun supporting everyone on their path to success in Tokyo! #ganbattekudasai”
Samson Garwood, Personal Trainer, Grace Belgravia
“The Wheelchair Basketball Tournament is a fun filled day that helps raise awareness and money for a great cause.”
Carlo Rossewti, Client Services Coordinator, Molinare
“It has been the most rewarding and humbling experience supporting this awesome charity towards a great cause to help dedicated athletes on their path to Tokyo 2020.”
Kunal Malhotra, Senior VP Project Development, Shanti Hospitality
“We are so privileged to be a part of such a great initiative that provides opportunities to very dedicated and talented individuals. It is such a worthwhile campaign.”
Charles Lyle, Junior Accounts Assistant, C&C Alpha Group
“Sage Housing is an affordable housing provider throughout the UK. We support Path to Success because many of our residents are, or may be affected, by disability issues in their lifetime and so it is a cause that is close to our hearts.”
The Sage Housing team
“We look forward to competing in the Wheelchair Basketball Tournament every year! Not only does it support incredible female athletes to fulfil their potential as Paralympians, it is also an exciting day on the court for our colleagues to work together as a team.”
Alyssa Owens, Account Executive, The PHA Group
Meanwhile, other sponsors of Path to Success Wheelchair Basketball Tournament said:
“We wish all British women in disability sport who aspire to represent Great Britain in the Tokyo 2020 Paralympics every success. We have been a proud supporter of Path to Success for several years and are honoured to be a part of this initiative supporting British Paralympic stars on their path to this remarkable achievement.”
Radhika Seth, Founder & CEO, Sequoia London
“We at Amira believe in the ethos of supporting and encouraging humanity in each of its abilities. We are proud to support Path to Success for our third year in a row.”
Amira Foods
“Determination, Strength and Ability, – that’s what Path to Success is about. Supporting and empowering women in disability sport on their path to Tokyo 2020. I am proud to be the charity’s Ambassador and part of this amazing appeal.”
Abby Ghafoor, Path to Success Ambassador and Arc Management Managing Director
“Team work is created both on and off the court. By harnessing the passion, commitment and resources available between the corporate and third sector organisations, the impact of what we do as a club is multiplied. In a very short time, Path to Success has positively influenced disability sport whilst supporting athletes to achieve their dreams. The London Titans are proud to support Path to Success in their sporting endeavours.”
Jaspal Dhani, Chairman, The London Titans
“We believe in social responsibility and giving back. In light of this, we are proud
to have been supporters of Path to Success for a number of years. Providing financial aid for 12 women in disability sport for their journey to Tokyo 2020 has been an
immensely valuable appeal for us to support. Path to Success is a charity with focus, willpower and purpose, promoting and backing athletes to experience life changing opportunities.”
Inderneel Singh, Director, Edwardian Hotels London
To find out more about Path to Success, visit: www.pathtosuccess.org.uk
