Early Day Motion·EDM 1706

FIPFA Powerchair Football World Cup

24 October 20233 Signatures

Primary sponsor

Jim Shannon

Democratic Unionist Party — Strangford

Motion Text

That this House notes the success of the Northern Ireland Powerchair team in the Powerchair World Cup 2023, that was held in Olympic Park Sydney, Australia; further notes the team's incredible achievement in coming 9th overall in the World cup and their fantastic result beating the Republic of Ireland 3-0; highlights the consistent efforts of Northern Ireland Powerchair Coach Michael Hilland and his son Scott, who is the captain of the team; highlights the hours put into practicing for the matches and the team's involvement in the Powerchair sporting industry for so many years; congratulates them on this achievement and thanks them dearly for all the support they provide for young disabled people who want to get involved in Powerchair Football.