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You've heard of the Brownly brothers, but have you heard of the Tandem Twins? Chloe and Judith MacCombe, twins and Para-Triathletes will be heading to Birmingham in the summer to compete in the Commonwealth Games. Ellie caught up with them to find out what it means to them, and to find out about just home much training is involved. You can follow Chloe and Judith's progress by following them on social media @tandem_twins We'll be bringing you all the excitement from the games on RNIB Connect Radio Image shows: Chloe (left) and Judith (right) after a race in their triathlon training gear, Chloe is in blue and black and Judith is in a pink, orange and black.

The Queens Club Championships is one of the highlights of the British Tennis season. Hywel Davies has been finding out how new technology has made this year's finals more accessible than ever. Action Audio is available for the semi-finals and Final of the Cinch Championships on Saturday June 18th and Sunday June 19th, you'll find all the details on the LTA website - www.lta.org.uk/fan-zone/international/cinch-championships/match-centre/(Image shows a packed centre court watching a tennis game)

Blind players from Brighton and Hove Albion FC are getting ready to take part in this year's FA Disability Cup Tournament.RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Charlotte Lloyd, from British Blind Sport, and Paul Brackley, from Brighton FC, to learn more about the tournament and the team.#RNIBConnectImage shows: Logo for Brighton And Hove Albion FC

Time now to talk sports, in particular wrestling, David Hogg has been speaking to blind pro wrestler James Chilvers about his sight loss, his wrestling career and how it felt to have a character in the movie Fighting With My Family based on his story.

The sport of Goalball has been growing in popularity but how easy is it to play and can anyone give it a go? Our Paulina Kuchorew spoke with a newbie to the sport, Jay Johnson, about his recent decision to join the Glasgow Goalball Club. Give Glasgow Goalball Club a follow here: Glasgow Goalball | Facebook Fore more information on Goalball in your local area visit: Goalball UK – Transforming people's lives Image shows Jay with a dog.

Let's learn a little bit about goalball today! Our Paulina Kuchorew headed over to a local goalball session to meet with Alan Lewis from the Glasgow Goalball Club. Give Glasgow Goalball Club a follow here: Glasgow Goalball | Facebook Fore more information on Goalball in your local area visit: Goalball UK – Transforming people's lives Image shows members of the Glasgow Goalball Club holding up a Glasgow Goalball Banner.

This June sees the first ever Women's Blind Football 'European Championships' in Italy. Hywel Davies spoke to the newly formed England Women's side ahead of the competition.For more information on how to watch the Women's Team in action when they take on Germany, visit www.ibsasport.orgTo find out how you can get involved in blind football, visit Blind Football - Football Your Way - Disability - Play - Get Involved | The Football Association (thefa.com)(Image shows two football players tackling for the ball at St George's Park)

The Tower Hamlet's Canoeing Club is encouraging more people with sight loss to take up canoeing.They have dedicated training courses and are also training volunteer guides to open up the leisure activity to more people.RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Alex Smith, from the club, and blind canoeist Richard Simpson to learn more about the sport and how they hope other clubs will follow in their wake.#RNIBConnectImage: See Sport Differently logo

Paralympic champion Melanie Barratt is hoping to become the first blind woman to cross the English Channel solo. She won't be taking to the high seas until 2024 but there is a lot of training, and a few lakes and locks to conquer along the way. Ellie caught up with Melanie to find out about the training, the inspiration and her new initiative which could help you get into cold water swimming.To follow Melanie's journey you can find her on Facebook, just search for 'Against the tide - blind wild swimming'. You can find her on Instagram @blind_girl_swims To join the new group matching up experienced cold water swimmers with a blind or partially sighted person wanting to give it a try, search for 'blind swim buddies' on Facebook. Inage shows: Melanie smiling in the sea, with the cost in the background and her goggles on her head.

June 2022 will see BT Sport broadcast the finals of the FA Disability Cup, which will feature some of the best blind and partially sighted football teams. The FA is also in the midst of a huge internal and external project to improve access to the game, to voluntary and employment opportunities and to grow more grass roots teams which will showcase the best players with a range of disabilities and sensory challenges. RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Baroness Sue Campbell from the FA to find out more. #RNIBConnect Image: England Football Association logo

Barry Snell chats with Barry McCluskey ahead of this years British Open blind golf championship, which gets underway during the first week of July. One of many upcoming tournaments, Barry's keen to get back out playing regularly after the past few years of lockdown restrictions. Barry also mentions how he has recently become involved in politics. if you would like to find out more information about Barry McCluskey click on the link below to visit his website. barrymccluskeyblindgolfer.co.uk

If you're blind and interested in playing football for fun or to reach the heights of playing for your country, the National Blind League wants to hear from you.RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Robin Williams to learn more about the set up, it's goals for the future and how you can get involved in your local area.If you'd like more information about NBL, email [email protected] You can also call or text 07525809495There's an Instagram page @FABlindFootball or find them on Facebook.#RNIBConnectImage: RNIB's See Sport Differently logo

Dave Heeley OBE, known to many as blind Dave, has raised thousands of pounds for charity fundraising around the World. In his latest challenge Dave and his team cycled 800 miles from Colditz Castle in Germany to West Bromwich Albion's Hawthorns stadium, in the West Midlands. Barry Snell caught up with Dave to find out how this challenge felt after the last few years of Covid restrictions. If you would like to learn more about Dave, click here: https://blinddaveheeley.co.uk/ [Image - Close up of a smiling Dave taken while he is running, he is wearing a white T-shirt, with Blind Dave written in blue across the front. He is also wearing a blue and grey bandana}

Wing Chun Kung Fu is a well established martial art which can be used for self defence, general fitness and can even be used like Tai Chi, to promote balance and inner strength.The style is also well suited for being taught to blind and partially sighted people, due to it's close proximity stances and reliance on touch sensitivity rather than sight.RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Martin Gibbons, Wing Chun teacher, to discuss the martial art and it's suitability for teaching to visually impaired students.If you'd like more information on Wing Chun in your area, search online for local classes.For those in the Glasgow area, contact Martin for a taster session via https://www.facebook.com/Wing-Chun-Private-Lessons-105947932104613 #RNIBConnectImage: Martin Gibbons, Wing Chun teacher

A major global sporting event will be coming to Birmingham in 2023.The International Blind Sports Association, IBSA, will host their World Games, which will be attended by 70 countries.RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to SANDRO DI Girolamo, President of IBSA.#RNIBConnectImage: IBSA (International Blind Sports Federation) logo

A major global sporting event will be coming to Birmingham in 2023.The International Blind Sports Association, IBSA, will host their World Games, which will be attended by 70 countries.RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to former Paralympian and former Chief Exec of the British Paralympic Association, Tim Reddish.#RNIBConnectImage: IBSA (International Blind Sports Federation) logo

A major global sporting event will be coming to Birmingham in 2023.The International Blind Sports Association, IBSA, will host their World Games, which will be attended by 70 countries.RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Sally Barker, Chair of British Blind Sport.#RNIBConnectImage: IBSA (International Blind Sports Federation) logo

A major global sporting event will be coming to Birmingham in 2023. The International Blind Sports Association, IBSA, will host their World Games, which will be attended by 70 countries. RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Paralympic cyclists, Neil and Lora Fachie. #RNIBConnect Image: IBSA (International Blind Sports Federation) logo

A major global sporting event will be coming to Birmingham in 2023.The International Blind Sports Association, IBSA, will host their World Games, which will be attended by 70 countries.RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Evan Molloy, a medal winning visually impaired Judo athlete.#RNIBConnectImage: IBSA (International Blind Sports Federation) logo

A major global sporting event will be coming to Birmingham in 2023. The International Blind Sports Association, IBSA, will host their World Games, which will be attended by 70 countries. RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to former Paralympian and Chief Operations Officer for RNIB, David Clarke. #RNIBConnect Image: IBSA (International Blind Sports Federation) logo

A major global sporting event will be coming to Birmingham in 2023. The International Blind Sports Association, IBSA, will host their World Games, which will be attended by 70 countries. RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Alaina MacGregor, chief exec of British Blind Sport. #RNIBConnect Image: IBSA (International Blind Sports Federation) logo

With days getting longer and warmer, many of us are looking for different ways to boost our mood. Now, one great way of doing that is by getting out and enjoying the fresh air. And what better way to do that than with a little bit of cycling? Well, if you are visually impaired and live in Scotland, you could try out tandem cycling thanks to the fantastic In Tandem project. To find out a bit more our Paulina Kuchorew has been chatting with Andrew Campbell from Cycling UK and Chair of the Ayrshire Tandem Club Natalie Jamieson. Find out more by searching for Ayrshire Tandem Club on Facebook. Image shows 2 people on a tandem bike, the stoker in the back is smiling and showing a piece sign as they look back.

IBSA is the International Blind Sports Federation and their World Games will take place in Birmingham in 2023.Visually impaired athletes from 70 countries will compete for medals and places in the Paralympics, in sports like Football, Goalball and Judo.RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Alaina MacGregor, from British Blind Sport, to learn more about the games and the launch which takes place on April 27th 2022.To watch the launch event live visit: International Blind Sports Federation (IBSA) - YouTube If you'd like more information about the games, go to https://ibsasport.org/For details about British Blind Sport, go to www.britishblindsport.org.uk#RNIBConnectImage: RNIB's See Sport Differently logo

Metro Blind Sport, based in London, is a charity which aims to get more blind and partially sighted people actively enjoying a wide range of sports and leisure activities. RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Martin Symcox to learn more about their athletics event, taking place in London on June 11th, which will have sports for people of all fitness levels. If you'd like more info on the event, go to www.metroblindsport.org #RNIBConnect Image: RNIB See Sport Differently logo

RNIB Connect Radio's David Hogg chats to Olympic medal winning boxer and current AEW wrestler Anthony Ogogo about sight loss, how he picked himself up following his retirement from boxing and his time in All Elite Wrestling.Photo is of Anthony Ogogo smiling as he walks to the ring at AEW's 2021 Double Or Nothing event.

Since the pandemic began the National Lottery has given millions of pounds to community football sides across the country. The Barry Town United Pan Disability side is one team who've benefited from this support. Hywel went to meet the side's visually impaired coach Chloe Mc Bratney and former England captain Karen Carney. Image shows former England Captain Karen Carney watching as coach Chloe McBratney crouches to give a high five to her guide dog Emily.

Barry Snell chats to Roger Cole ahead of the blind golf season, which gets underway on the 9th April with the Primary Club Match Play.Roger, who will be competing in the tournament, is looking for more blind and partially sighted people to give it a go & he discusses the many benefits of being involved in blind golf.If you would like to find out more about the game of blind golf, click belowhttps://ewblindgolf.co.uk

Winter Paralympics GB youngest athlete, 19 year-old visually impaired skier Neil Simpson along with his 21 year-old Brother Andrew not only won the first Paralympics GB Gold of the Beijing games in the Super G but they have just won a Bronze in the Super Combined. Connect Radio’s Toby Davey caught up with the Banchory boys, Neil and Andrew Simpson to find out what winning a Bronze and Gold medal in their first Winter Paralympic Games means to them both and whether they had gone into their first games expecting to win medals Neil began by saying how proud he is of how well they have done so far in their first Winter Paralympic Games and how both the Gold in the Super G and the Bronze in the Super Combined have been a real bonus for them in their first games. Neil then explained to Toby how in the Super Combined they made a bit of a mistake in the Super G but had a great run in the Slalom which put them back on the podium. Andrew told Toby that as they have been skiing together for years they don’t need to say that much to each other over the headset during the runs as they know each other so well which may be of an advantage for them on other skiers. Andrew will feed back to Neil about the state of the snow, whether there are any ruts to look out for to ensure that Neil has a smooth and fast line down the course. They did not expect to come out with medals going in to their first Winter Paralympic Games and they are going to have a bit of a rest before a day training for the Giant Slalom later in the games. Congratulations again to Neil and Andrew on their Beijing 2022 Winter Paralympics Gold Super G medal and their Bronze in the Super Combined from everyone here at the RNIB. To find out more about the Winter Paralympic Sports do visit the Paralympics GB website - https://paralympics.org.uk/sports do visit For details of how to get into Snow Sports as a blind or partially sighted person do visit the Snow Sports page of the British Blind Sports website - https://britishblindsport.org.uk/membership/bbs-sports/snow-sports/ (Image shows 'Flying High', the Beijing 2022 Paralympics logo. A multicoloured adaptation of the Chinese symbol for 'Fly'. The Words Beijing 2022 Paralympic Games are written in the centre of the image and the Paralympic symbol is underneath which consists of three agitos, coloured red, blue, and green)

A silver medal in the Super G at the Beijing 2022 Winter Paralympic Games for Paralympics GB visually impaired Skier Menna Fitzpatrick and her Guide Skier Gary Smith not only takes Menna’s Winter Paralympic Games medal tally to 5 but also crowns Menna as the most decorated Winter Paralympics GB Athlete in history so far! Connect Radio’s Toby Davey caught up with Menna and Gary from Beijing to find out what that Super G medal run was like for them and how proud does Menna feel now that she has been crown most decorated Winter Paralympics GB Athlete in history. Menna and Gary took Toby through the Super G Silver Medal run with some tricky bits for Menna with patches of light and dark due to the sunshine in Beijing. How they communicate to each other through the headsets that they wear and how Menna also follows Gary in his bright yellow jacket too during their competition runs. With no training run for the Super G, Gary talks about how important the inspection of the course is and how he and Menna talk through their strategy for the run. Menna talked about how close the competition is out there in Beijing, how well the Paralympics GB team have done so far during the games and especially the women skiers with Millie Knight and her guide Bret Wild just missing out on another medal coming in 4th in the women’s Super G, With Menna ending by saying what it really feels like to be the most decorated Winter Paralympics GB Athlete in history and how there will be no celebrating until the end of the games and an early night for them as the Super Combined has been brought forward one day to Monday 7 March 2022. Congratulations again to Menna and Gary on their Beijing 2022 Winter Paralympics Super G silver medal and of course congratulations to Menna on becoming the most decorated Winter Paralympics GB Athlete in history so far from everyone here at the RNIB. To find out more about the Winter Paralympic Sports do visit the Paralympics GB website - https://paralympics.org.uk/sports do visit For details of how to get into Snow Sports as a blind or partially sighted person do visit the Snow Sports page of the British Blind Sports website - https://britishblindsport.org.uk/membership/bbs-sports/snow-sports/ (Image shows 'Flying High', the Beijing 2022 Paralympics logo. A multicoloured adaptation of the Chinese symbol for 'Fly'. The Words Beijing 2022 Paralympic Games are written in the centre of the image and the Paralympic symbol is underneath which consists of three agitos, coloured red, blue, and green)

Scottish Disability Golf and Curling is dedicated to bringing 2 great sports to everyone, no matter what their disability. There's opportunities for experienced players and complete novices to get involved with free professional training, leagues, competitions and a great opportunity to make new friends. RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Jim Gales, from SDGC, to learn more about the game, as a blind player, and how people can get involved. For more information, go to https://www.scottishdgc.org.uk/ #RNIBConnect Image: RNIB's See Sport Differently logo

Let's chat sport.Staying active can be a great way to not only look after our health and wellbeing but also to socialise and meet new people.So today, we're hearing all about a new project that is inviting visually impaired people to give Rugby a go in Scotland!Maggie Lawrie from Strathmore Community Rugby Trust spoke with RNIB Connect Radio's Paulina Kuchorew about the sessions and how to join in. The sessions run every Sunday morning at the Forfar Community Campus and are available to anyone 18-years or over. To find out more email: [email protected] or visit: https://www.strathmoretrust.co.uk/Image shows an outline of a person running with a rugby ball in their hand with the words: 'Developing People Through Rugby' underneath.

Today (Tuesday 22 February 2022) Paralympics GB have announced the selected athletes who will be representing Great Britain in Beijing at the 2022 Winter Paralympic Games (4 - 13 March 2022).RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey caught up with visually impaired alpine skier Millie Knight who along with her Guide Skier, Bret Wild, have been selected to compete at the 2022 Winter Paralympic Games.Millie first competed in the Winter Paralympic Games at the age of 14 out in Sochi in 2014 with her Mum as her Guide Skier and she was picked to hold the flag and lead out the team too. Millie went on to compete with her Guide Skier Bret Wild in the winter games in PyeongChang in 2018 and won two silver medals.Millie and Bret recently became Super Combined Champions at the 2022 World Championships which were held in Norway in January 2022.Millie began by telling Toby how she got into skiing and competing in those early days with her Mum as her Guide Skier.Millie then explained to Toby how she and Bret work when they are competing and hurtling down the slopes at breakneck speeds.Millie ended by sharing with Toby her thoughts on going into the games following the recent success she and Bret had at the World Championships, although Millie tells Toby that she is focusing on her day to day routine and keeping fit both physically and mentally and taking each day as it comes to be in the best shape for the games.We wish Millie, Bret and the rest of the Paralympics GB Team all the best for the Winter Paralympic Games in Beijing from everyone here at the RNIB. Here on RNIB Connect Radio we will be following the teams progress, so do listen out for more about the Winter Paralympic Games as they happen here on Connect Radio.(Image shows RNIB logo. 'RNIB' written in black capital letters over a white background and underlined with a bold pink line, with the words 'See differently' underneath)

An upcoming event in Liverpool is hoping to give blind and partially sighted people of all ages the chance to try new sports. Hywel Davies has been finding out more.If you're in the Merseyside area and would like to give it a go, you can go along to the Greenbank Sports Academy on Sunday February 13th. Or sign up beforehand at www.sightlosscouncils.org.uk/events/lets-get-active-day-liverpool/

Each year, the charity British Blind Sport holds it's, free and popular, swimming gala for visually impaired children aged 3 to 17.There's fun for beginners and competitions for swimmers who like a challenge and everyone is welcome.RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Philippa Bass, from BBS, to learn more about the event and how you can register to attend.If you'd like more info about BBS, or the swimming gala, go to www.britishblindsport.org.uk You can also call them on 01926 424 247 or email [email protected] #RNIBConnectImage: British Blind Sport logo

You may be surprised to learn that, as a country famous for it's love of football, Scotland doesn't have many options for blind or partially sighted people to take up the game. That might be about to change though with the help of RNIB Scotland, Bathgate CFC and partners like the Scottish Football Association. RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke with Dan Meikle from RNIB Scotland to learn more about the grass roots opportunities which are now gaining traction. We also hear from partially sighted footballer Neil Atkinson and Paul from Bathgate Community Football Club. If you'd like more info about Bathgate CFC, go to www.bathgatethistlecfc.co.uk or search for them on social media. #RNIBConnect Image: See Sport Differently logo

Barry Snell catches up with Stuart Shepherd and Stuart Richards, 2 of the 'Wrekin Rowers' who have just completed the Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge, a 3000 mile row across the Atlantic Ocean. The four-man crew were fundraising for RNIB and the Severn Hospice and have so far managed to raise more than £106k.If you would like to find out more about the Wrekin Rowers please click on the link below:Wrekin-rowers.comImage: Wrekin rowers logo, a drawing of the crew inside their boat with waves surrounding them}

By his own admission, Dave Williams said he was the type of person who wouldn't run for a bus and getting fit wasn't his first priority.After being bitten by the tandem cycling bug, he moved onto running completely by accident.RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell talks with Dave to find out how you can team up with a guide runner, how you start off your running journey and how you get to the stage where your looking to compete in some of the biggest marathons in the world.If you'd like more info on Guide Runners, or other sporting opportunities, go to www.britishblindsport.org.uk #RNIBConnectImage: Boston Marathon logo

British Blind Sport is a charity which is dedicated to making sport and leisure activities as accessible as possible for blind and partially sighted people of all ages.They also work with governing bodies, along with industry leaders and providers, to make venues and opportunities open and welcoming for people with sight loss.RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Alex Pitts, from BBS, to look ahead to events like their annual swimming gala, Have A Go Days around the UK and a massive project called See Sport Differently.If you'd like more information about British Blind Sport, go to www.britishblindsport.org.uk You can also email [email protected] or call 01926 424 247.#RNIBConnectImage: RNIB's See Sport Differently logo

Barry Snell chats to Stuart Shepherd from the Wreckin Rowers, as the and his crew members row frantically towards Antigua and the end of the #TWAC Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge 2021, a 3,000 mile row across the Atlantic Ocean to raise money for RNIB and the Severn Hospice.During a brief rest Stuart talks about some of the challenges they have faced, including having their boat damaged by Marlin jumping out the water.The four man crew are Martin Skeehan, Stuart Shepherd and Brothers Gary and Stuart Richards.Read more about their epic challenge by clicking on the link belowwrekin-rowers.com Image: Wrekin Rowers logo, which is a drawing of the guys in their boat at the mercy of the sea with the Wreckin Rowers logo underneath. The clouds are different shades of blue, to emphasise the waves.

Energise Leisure Centre in York are just one of the organisations that have taken advantage of a free accessibility toolkit from the charity Thomas Pocklington Trust.The free toolkit provides training and support for leisure providers, and their staff, to create a welcoming and accessible environment for customers who are blind or partially sighted.RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Lucy Barratt, from Energise Leisure Centre in York, to find out why the free resource is so valuable.If you'd like to find out more about the free toolkit, go to www.pocklington-trust.org.uk or www.ukcoaching.org If your in the York area and would like to find out more about Energise, go to www.better.org.uk #RNIBConnectImage: RNIB's See Sport Differently logo

Many blind and partially sighted people miss out on going to places like the gym, leisure centre or other sporting clubs, simply because the venues don't know how to assist someone with a sight loss condition.Now, a new free toolkit from Pocklington Trust and UK Coaching can help service providers make their venues welcoming and confident places to go.RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Martin Symcox, from TPT, to learn more about the free resource and why making facilities accessible for visually impaired visitors can be very inexpensive.If you'd like more info, or would like to get the free toolkit, go to www.pocklington-trust.org.uk or www.ukcoaching.org #RNIBConnectImage: RNIB's See Sport Differently logo

Barry Snell chats to Matthew Allcock, who despite his visual impairment loves nothing better than a sporting challenge… the latest of which is Rollerblading.Matthew is keen for more people with sight loss to get involved and he certainly thinks its worth all the cuts and bruises.{Image: A close up of someone's legs, from the knee down. They are outside, in the sun and they are wearing shiny black rollerblades and black protective knee pads}

The Saltire Strikers are a 10 pin bowling club, based in Glasgow, for blind and partially sighted people of all ages.The club is looking for new members and volunteers to get involved in the game, for fun or for competitions.RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Ian Stevenson, from Saltire Strikers, to learn more about the club.If you'd like more info, or would like to join as a player or volunteer, go to http://saltirestrikers.co.uk/ #RNIBConnect Image: RNIB See Sport Differently logo

Scottish Disability Golf And Curling are looking for more visually impaired people to try the game of golf or curling, even if they've never taken part in the pursuits before. You can play for fun, to increase your social circle or even play in national and international competitions. RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Jim Gales, from SDGC, to learn more about the sports and how you can get free tuition from professionals. If you'd like more information, go to https://www.scottishdgc.org.uk/ #RNIBConnect Image: RNIB See Sport Differently logo

After a 2 year break, due to Lockdown rules, the ever popular Blind Sailing Week is back.If your blind or partially sighted, you can get out on the water for a fantastic week of yachting and beginners are welcome.RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Will Bridge to find out more about the week and how you can get more information.#RNIBConnectImage: RNIB See Sport Differently logo

Now when it comes to getting active and involved in sports, Rowing might not be the first thing that comes to mind, but Ellie's been catching up with one woman, who takes it all in her stride.To get involved with the campaign visit- See Sport Differently - RNIB - See differently You can also find more interviews, case studies and information using the Hashtag #SeeSportDifferently on all social media. Image shows: See Sport Differently Logo. RNIB in black letters at the top with pink stripes that look like the curve of a running track and in black letters underneath See Sport Differently.

With the launch of See Sports Differently we are looking at all the different ways people find to stay active and socialise with other people, Ellie's been talking to one group ahead of their first face to face session. To get involved with the campaign visit- See Sport Differently - RNIB - See differently You can also find more interviews, case studies and information using the Hashtag #SeeSportDifferently on all social media. Image shows: See Sport Differently Logo. RNIB in black letters at the top with pink stripes that look like the curve of a running track and in black letters underneath See Sport Differently.

With the launch of See Sport Differently we've been talking to blind and partially sighted people about their experience with sports. Ellie's been catching up with one man whose experience with Rugby brought him out of a dark depression and gave him the opportunity of a lifetime. To get involved with the campaign visit- See Sport Differently - RNIB - See differently You can also find more interviews, case studies and information using the Hashtag #SeeSportDifferently on all social media. Image shows: See Sport Differently Logo. RNIB in black letters at the top with pink stripes that look like the curve of a running track and in black letters underneath See Sport Differently.

Let's chat rugby!And today, joining our Paulina Kuchorew to share with us his love of Rugby, is Leeds Rhinos Physical Disability Rugby League player James King. RNIB knows that sport can have a positive impact on people's lives, but new research shows that blind and partially sighted people are twice as likely to be inactive than people without sight loss. RNIB's new See Sport Differently campaign aims to change that, by breaking down barriers to sport and increasing participation opportunities for blind and partially sighted people.Find out more about the Leeds Rhinos : Physical Disability Rugby League (PDRL) - Leeds Rhinos FoundationTo find out more and get involved with See Sport Differently visit: https://www.rnib.org.uk/about-us/see-sport-differentlyImage shows James dressed in his team shirt in front of a white background.

To celebrate RNIB’w #SeeSportDifferently campaign Connect Radio’s Red Szell met rising VI Tennis star Naqi Rizvi at The Globe Tennis Club in Camden.To get involved with the campaign visit- See Sport Differently - RNIB - See differently You can also find more interviews, case studies and information using the Hashtag #SeeSportDifferently on all social media. Image shows: See Sport Differently Logo. RNIB in black letters at the top with pink stripes that look like the curve of a running track and in black letters underneath See Sport Differently.