Financial constraints threaten programme for disabled athletes

An SOS for funding to underpin a crucial sports programme for children and teens with physical disabilities has been issued by Cork-based multi-sports club Rebel Wheelers.

The charity, which began in 2008 with just five young members, now provides a wide range of sports services, six days a week to 50 families from all over the Cork region, as well as in Kerry and Waterford.

“We have also received inquiries about the group from families in Tipperary,” said spokesman Jerry O’Regan.