Ysgol Penglais (2) Crowned Jr. NBA 2025 Wheelchair Champions in Aberystwyth
Ysgol Penglais (2) Crowned 2025 Jr. NBA Wheelchair Basketball Champions
Aberystwyth welcomed schools from across Wales for an inspiring day of sport as the Jr. NBA Wheelchair Basketball Tournament brought together young players for a powerful display of teamwork, determination, and inclusive competition.
Sixteen action-packed fixtures were played throughout the day, with athletes representing NBA-branded teams, each linked to a Welsh school and district. The event celebrated the growing enthusiasm for wheelchair basketball and the talent, spirit, and resilience of the young participants.
Participating Teams
| Team Name | School | District |
|---|---|---|
| Golden State Warriors | Bishop Vaughan Comprehensive | Swansea |
| Cleveland Cavaliers | Ysgol Penglais (2) | Ceredigion |
| Dallas Mavericks | Ysgol Gyfun Cwm Rhymni | Newport |
| Minnesota Timberwolves | Ysgol Gynradd Gymunedol T Llew Jones | Cardigan |
| Chicago Bulls | Ysgol Penglais (1) | Ceredigion |
| Philadelphia 76ers | Olchfa Comprehensive | Swansea |
| Indiana Pacers | Ysgol Gyfun Gymunedol Penweddig | Ceredigion |
| Charlotte Hornets | Jr. NBA Guest Team | N/A |
Final Rankings
| Position | Team |
|---|---|
| 🥇 1st | Ysgol Penglais (2) |
| 🥈 2nd | Ysgol Gyfun Cwm Rhymni |
| 🥉 3rd | Ysgol Penglais (1) |
MVP Awards
Two athletes stood out for their leadership, skill and energy throughout the tournament:
- Charlie – Philadelphia 76ers (Olchfa Comprehensive, Swansea)
- Chachris – Cleveland Cavaliers (Ysgol Penglais 2, Ceredigion)
A Celebration of Inclusion
This tournament was about much more than results. It was a celebration of inclusive sport, where players of all abilities came together, built friendships, and showed just what sport can offer when everyone has a chance to shine. Events like these continue to grow wheelchair basketball in Wales and provide young people with meaningful opportunities to participate, compete and lead.
