Final international test before World Championships as GB face world’s best in Canada
Canada Cup 2026
Great Britain Wheelchair Rugby has named its squad for the 2026 Canada Cup, with the team set to compete from 4–7 June at the Richmond Olympic Oval in Vancouver.
The tournament will feature many of the world’s leading wheelchair rugby nations, with Australia, Canada, Brazil, France, Japan and Great Britain all set to compete for the title.
The Canada Cup serves as the final major international test ahead of the 2026 World Wheelchair Rugby Championship, which will be held in São Paulo, Brazil, in August and promises to showcase world class wheelchair rugby.
The 11-player squad blends its experienced internationals with emerging talent, as Great Britain continues to use each tournament as an opportunity to develop players, build international experience, and refine on-court combinations.
While the immediate focus is on the summer and the upcoming World Championship, the programme is also firmly building towards longer-term ambitions, including the LA 2028 Paralympic Games.
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GB Schedule – Vancouver (UK Timings)
| Game | Date | Fixture | Time (UK) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Game 1 | Thursday 4 June | GB v France | 10:00pm |
| Game 2 | Friday 5 June | GB v Brazil | 7:00pm |
| Game 3 | Saturday 6 June | GB v Canada | 1:00am |
| Game 4 | Saturday 6 June | GB v Australia | 7:00pm |
| Game 5 | Sunday 7 June | GB v Japan | 1:00am |
Playoffs – Sunday 7 June
| Match | Fixture | Time (UK) |
|---|---|---|
| 5th/6th Play-off | TBC | 7:00pm |
| 3rd/4th Play-off | TBC | 9:00pm |
| Final | TBC | 11:00pm |
GB Squad – Canada Cup 2026
| Player | Class | Club | Caps | Profile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stuart Robinson | 3.5 | West Coast WRC | 132 | Explosive high-pointer and key attacking threat who drives GB’s offence. |
|
Tyler Walker |
3.5 | Cheltenham Tigers | 28 | Dynamic ball carrier with growing international experience and confidence. |
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Oliver Wightman |
3.5 | West Coast / Penrith | 5 | Emerging talent gaining valuable exposure at elite level. |
| Hannah Bucys | 3.0 | West Coast WRC | 10 | Composed all-rounder with strong positioning and decision-making. |
| Josh Williams | 2.5 | West Coast WRC | 5 | Developing athlete bringing energy and versatility to the line-up. |
| Kieran Flynn | 2.0 | West Coast WRC | 85 | Tactical, experienced player who adds balance and defensive control. |
| Gavin Walker | 2.0 | Leicester Tigers | 215 | One of GB’s most experienced leaders with physical presence and composure. |
| Harri Jenkins | 1.5 | West Coast WRC | 17 | Hard-working player contributing defensive intensity and structure. |
| Muhammad Islam | 0.5 | West Coast WRC | 73 | Key low-pointer, vital for team balance and on-court organisation. |
| Jonathan Coggan | 0.5 | London WRC | 289 | Veteran leader and one of GB’s most capped players, anchors the team tactically. |
| Jack Smith | 0.5 | North East Bulls | 94 | Reliable defensive player known for tactical thinking and consistency. |
Opponent Guide
France
European champions and one of the most tactically disciplined teams in the world, France arrive as serious medal contenders with multiple recent European titles.
What to expect: Creative attack and disciplined defence
Brazil
An emerging force in international wheelchair rugby, Brazil continue to develop rapidly and bring athleticism and physicality to every match.
What to expect: Aggressive play and high energy
Canada
Tournament hosts and traditional powerhouse, Canada combine depth, experience, and home support in Vancouver.
What to expect: Controlled tempo and strong execution
Australia
Among the world’s top-performing nations, Australia are known for their intensity, physical dominance, and consistency at major tournaments.
What to expect: Physicality and relentless pressure
Japan
Paralympic champions and one of the most technically advanced teams in the game, Japan bring speed and precision.
What to expect: Fast transitions and elite ball movement
What’s Next
Following the Canada Cup, Great Britain turn their focus to the 2026 World Wheelchair Rugby Championship in São Paulo, Brazil, where the world’s best teams will compete for the global title.
This tournament represents the final major test before that challenge and a key step in GB’s ongoing journey.
