RNIB - See Sport Differently

A new series of tennis lessons aim to make it easier than ever for blind and partially sighted people to take part in the sport. As Hywel Davies has been finding out. You can find out more about the Wrexham Tennis Centre here -  Wrexham Tennis Centre / Wrexham Tennis Centre (lta.org.uk)

For the 2024 6 Nations Rugby, ITV1 tested out live audio description, for 2 matches, for it's blind and partially sighted customers. RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to David Padmore and Matt Simpson, From ITV, to find out what was involved in delivering the service and what customers feedback, on the trial, was like. #RNIBConnect Image shows ITV Sport logo. A white square with 'itv' writt...

If you’ve ever fancied trying your hand at blind baseball then two events in South Wales this weekend could be a real home run, as Hywel Davies has been finding out. For more information, visit the Blind Baseball Cymru website - Blind Baseball Cymru – Providers of Blind Baseball in Wales (wordpress.com) Image: Blind Baseball Cymru logo, a welsh dragon behind two crossed baseball bats. 

British Blind Sport are a charity which aims to make activities and leisure as accessible as possible for blind and partially sighted people. Their Workforce training programme shows providers how to make their facilities accessible and delivers training to help staff support visually impaired customers.  RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Frankie Rohan, from BBS, and Rob Clark, from Plac...

Have you heard of Action Audio? A world first, this system is a game-changer for watching live sports like tennis or basketball by improving accessibility of the broadcast for people living with blindness or low vision. Our Paulina spoke with Tim Devine, Executive Director of Innovation at AKQA, to find out more about Action Audio and their plans for 2024. Image shows RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a...

There’s a whole day of fun and football on the cards as the Royal National College For The Blind in Hereford prepares to host the next round of fixtures in the European Blind Football League. Hywel Davies has been hearing from RNC’s Head Coach Adam Bendall ahead of the upcoming games. For more information and how to book tickets, visit the RNC website -  European Blind Football League Tournament a...

The Change Foundation are giving people in and around Manchester the chance to try VI Rugby this weekend. Hywel Davies has been finding out what it’s like to take to the pitch.

Time to head to the football pitch as our David Hogg catches up with Brighton and Hove Albion’s Jake Heasman.

Menna Fitzpatrick MBE and her Guide Skier Katie Guest got the Para Alpine season off to an excellent start in December with a silver followed by a gold in the St. Moritz Downhill World Cup in Switzerland and have just come back from Spain with even more medals with Bronze medals in both the World Cup Giant Slalom and Super G followed with Gold and Silver in the FIS Super G competitions. In a break...

If the recent performances of the England para football sides have inspired the young people in your life, then the children’s charity VICTA have an upcoming event to help get them started.

On Saturday 27 January, British Blind Sport together with Scottish Disability Sport hosted a 'Have a Go Day' in Glasgow's Emirates Arena.  The event was an opportunity for blind and partially sighted people of all ages to try a sport they have never done before.  Our Paulina went along to capture all the action and also had a chance to speak to some very adorable attendees.  Image shows British Bl...

On Saturday 27 January, British Blind Sport together with Scottish Disability Sport hosted a 'Have a Go Day' in Glasgow's Emirates Arena.  The event was an opportunity for blind and partially sighted people of all ages to try a sport they have never done before.  One of the activities on offer was tennis.  Image shows a large group of participants playing with audible tennis balls as they learn th...

On Saturday 27 January, British Blind Sport together with Scottish Disability Sport hosted a 'Have a Go Day' in Glasgow's Emirates Arena.  The event was an opportunity for blind and partially sighted people of all ages to try a sport they have never done before.  One of the activities on offer was Goalball.  Find Glasgow Goalball on twitter/X on Facebook, or get in touch via email: glasgowgoalball...

A visually impaired football fan has recently had his match-day experience improved thanks to support received from his local RNIB ECLO (Eye Care Liaison Officer) Bruce Wilson, who has macular degeneration, feared he may have to give up going to football matches due to his diminishing eye sight. That was until RNIB ECLO Roslyn Munro stepped in and spoke with Ross County on Bruce's behalf. The club...

On Saturday 27 January, British Blind Sport together with Scottish Disability Sport hosted a 'Have a Go Day' in Glasgow's Emirates Arena.  The event was an opportunity for blind and partially sighted people of all ages to try a sport they have never done before.  One of the activities on offer was judo. Image shows a group of participants learning judo techniques on the mat from a male coach in a...

On Saturday 27 January, British Blind Sport together with Scottish Disability Sport hosted a 'Have a Go Day' in Glasgow's Emirates Arena.  The event was an opportunity for blind and partially sighted people of all ages to try a sport they have never done before.  Whilst there we spoke with Nathan and Hilary from Blind Ice Hockey UK about their club and aspirations for 2024. Image shows Blind Ice H...

On Saturday 27 January, British Blind Sport together with Scottish Disability Sport hosted a 'Have a Go Day' in Glasgow's Emirates Arena.  The event was an opportunity for blind and partially sighted people of all ages to try a sport they have never done before.  Whilst there, we spoke with Lynne Glen Head of Development at Scottish Disability Sport and Ian Isham, Head of Sport Development at Brit...

On Saturday 27 January, British Blind Sport together with Scottish Disability Sport hosted a 'Have a Go Day' in Glasgow's Emirates Arena.  The event was an opportunity for blind and partially sighted people of all ages to try a sport they have never done before.  One of the activities on offer was Curling. Image: A female participant trying out curling with fellow participants in the background an...

On Saturday 27 January, British Blind Sport together with Scottish Disability Sport hosted a 'Have a Go Day' in Glasgow's Emirates Arena.  The event was an opportunity for blind and partially sighted people of all ages to try a sport they have never done before.  Our Paulina was there and spoke with VI Judoka Kirsten Taylor who was there hoping to inspire others into the sport.  Image shows Kirste...

Barry Snell chats to British Blind Sport's participation officer Vicky Cook, to learn more about an upcoming 'Have A Go day' where members of the public are invited to try out various blind sports. The event is due to take place at the Emirates Arena in Glasgow on Saturday 27th January between 10am - 3pm. Learn more about British Blind Sport and the service they provide. {Image shows a bold pink 5...

The ice based sport of curling is becoming more popular among blind and partially sighted people, with teams being set up around the globe. In Scotland, Scottish Disability Golf and Curling provide free tuition and an opportunity to play for fun or in competitions. RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell went along to an open day to find out why it's so popular. If you'd like more info, go to www.scott...

After an injury at the IBSA World Games this summer, Goalball GB’s Dan Roper is back in the starting line-up and ready for action at December’s European Championships. Hywel Davies heard about his journey back to fitness and hopes for the tournament. You can watch all of the action from the IBSA Goalball European Championships here -  International Blind Sports Federation (IBSA) - YouTube

UK sight loss charity RNIB has launched a new Accessible Stadium Guide to help football clubs make their stadiums more accessible for anyone who is blind or partially sighted. RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke to David McArdle, Director of Equality Diversity and Inclusion for the English Football League. If you’d like more info on the guide, go to www.rnib.org.uk or call the Helpline on 030...

UK sight loss charity RNIB has launched a new Accessible Stadium Guide to help football clubs make their stadiums more accessible for anyone who is blind or partially sighted. RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke to Gareth Davies, From RNIB, to hear more about the work. If you’d like more info on the guide, go to www.rnib.org.uk or call the Helpline on 0303 123 9999. #RNIBConnect Image shows a...

Running a marathon can be a great way to not just challenge yourself but also boost your confidence. In 2023, Natassia joined Team RNIB to run in the London Marathon, guided by her brother Max. She spoke with Happy Hour's Paulina about her experience. Listen to the Happy Hour Mondays at 1 pm, repeated Thursdays at 6 pm and Sundays at 10 am. Image: RNIB Connect Radio Bright Green 20th Anniversary L...