RGK Wheelchairs partners with University of Nottingham Sport

RGK Wheelchairs is proud to announce a new partnership with University of Nottingham Sport, supporting students with access to specialist wheelchair equipment, expertise and support from the RGK team.

The University of Nottingham plays an important role in the development of wheelchair sport in the UK. It is home to the National Performance Centre for British Wheelchair Basketball and has been awarded UK Sport Elite Training Centre status, providing a high-performance environment for athletes and supporting the continued development of Para Sport.

Its wheelchair basketball programme has also enjoyed significant success, with the team having won three BUCS National Championships, including the last two titles. The University’s impact can also be seen at international level, with a Nottingham alumnus winning silver at the 2026 Commonwealth Games as part of the England 3x3 Men’s Wheelchair Basketball squad.

Through this new partnership, RGK will work closely with University of Nottingham Sport to help students access specialist wheelchair equipment and RGK’s expertise in wheelchair sport. This will include opportunities to connect with the RGK team through events, facility visits and ongoing support.

‍”We’re really pleased to be partnering with University of Nottingham Sport. The University has created an excellent environment for wheelchair sport, and this partnership allows us to bring RGK’s specialist wheelchair expertise and equipment directly to its students and athletes.

‍We’re looking forward to working with University of Nottingham Sport to help athletes find the right equipment for training and competition, while sharing our experience to support their development. It’s a great opportunity for both RGK and the University to play a part in supporting the next generation of wheelchair athletes.”

Mike Prosser, RGK Wheelchairs

The partnership builds on the University’s wider commitment to inclusive sport and fitness. Its work has included significant investment in Para Sport, including dedicated Para Sport and Inclusive Fitness roles and adaptive equipment and facilities. In 2026, the University was also recognised with the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Award at the BUCS Awards.

‍”I’m really proud that we can announce our Para-Sport partnership with a world-leading brand like RGK Wheelchairs. Having personally used RGK chairs for 30 years I know what a difference elite equipment can make to an athlete’s journey, as well as their quality of life away from sport. Combined with our world-class facilities, I’ve got no doubt that this partnership will support ourPara-Sport programme to go from strength to strength.”

Joe Bestwick, University of Nottingham Sport‍

RGK is looking forward to working alongside University of Nottingham Sport and supporting its students and athletes as they continue to develop, compete and push wheelchair sport forward.

Together, we’re looking forward to supporting the next generation of wheelchair athletes.