Beyond the Court
More than the game. Stories that change perceptions.
Meet Joe Logue: Writer, Father, Player, Advocate: And A Voice Changing How The World Sees Disability
Great Britain Wheelchair Rugby is powered by people whose stories shift perspectives, challenge assumptions and show what is possible when community and purpose work together.
This is the story of Joe Logue: Glasgow Wheelchair Rugby Club player, writer, blogger, spoken word poet and Community Manager at Euan’s Guide, the UK’s leading disabled access charity.
A Human First Introduction
If you are meeting Joe for the first time, he will tell you he is a 41-year-old father of one, a lifelong writer and the voice behind the blog Dystrophy Dad. What you may not guess is that he is also a Scottish Slam Poetry finalist who loves exploring new places, connecting with new people and leaving the world a little better than he found it.
His work at Euan’s Guide is more than a job. In Joe’s words, it is the best job in the world.
How Wheelchair Rugby Found Joe
Joe discovered wheelchair rugby through an Allied Mobility event where he met members of the Caledonian Crushers. With encouragement from the team and a persistent friend, he attended a training session and something clicked instantly.
“I fell in love with the game. It is one of the few places where I am surrounded by other wheelchair users and it constantly surprises me by showing just how capable I am.”
Representing Glasgow Wheelchair Rugby Club means challenging assumptions head on.
“In a world that often undervalues or pities disabled people, it is great to be contrary. My legs do not work, but you should see what the rest of me can do.”
Joe describes the club’s spirit in three words:
Tenacious: Supportive: Passionate.
Euan’s Guide: A Platform Changing Lives
Away from the court, Joe plays a key role at Euan’s Guide: a charity dedicated to improving disabled access across the UK.
“We are a disabled access charity, best known for our website EuansGuide.com. It is a bit like TripAdvisor for disabled people.”
A standout moment for Joe came when a Birmingham venue acted on his feedback and made accessibility changes within days.
“That is the impact we are trying to make.”
Where Rugby and Accessibility Meet
Wheelchair rugby has shaped more than Joe’s sporting life. It has sharpened the skills he uses every day at Euan’s Guide: resilience and self-belief.
“I travel a lot and something will inevitably go wrong. Resilience gets me through the hard times and the need to self-advocate. Self-belief reminds me that I am capable of navigating any situation.”
For Joe, being a disabled athlete is deeply meaningful.
“I get to be the role model I did not have.”
He believes wheelchair rugby transforms public perceptions of disability.
“When you see someone in a wheelchair charging down the court and upending another player, it is a powerful reminder of how strong and driven we are.”
Support Euan’s Guide: Strengthen The Community
GBWR proudly champions the work of Euan’s Guide. Their resources support our players, families, volunteers and clubs. Your reviews and feedback help them build clearer access information for everyone.
Join the Euan’s Guide community today:
Submit a review, order Red Cord Cards or learn more here.
Together, we can build a world where disabled people are not only included: they lead.
