Four local schools; Broadgreen International; Woodchurch High, Sandfield Park and St Francis Xavier (SFX) took part in a competitive Power Hockey Tournament at Greenbank Sports Academy on 13^th March.

Power hockey which has been developed at Greenbank Sports Academy for electric wheelchair users, enables electric users to compete alongside non-disabled players.

After an exciting day of play, a tense final followed involving arch rivals Broadgreen International and SFX.  Broadgreen managed to retain their unbeaten record, defeating SFX 4 v 2.

Power Hockey Player Liam Ashton, who is a pupil at Broadgreen International School said:

“I love playing power hockey. As an electric wheelchair user, I have very limited opportunities to play competitive sport. Power hockey is really fast and full contact, so it’s great fun, plus I can play it with my non-disabled friends. I’ve come to the tournament today with friends from school and it’s a brilliant feeling to be part of the team.

I come to Greenbank on Wednesdays from 5 to 6pm, every week to play. “

Sport Development Officer Pete Wyman added:

“To develop the sport and offer the opportunity for more disabled people to play power hockey we need funding to buy more chairs, which cost £4000 each. Call me on 07733 930221 if you can help.”