Broughton audiologists sponsor Wales Deaf Rugby squads ahead of Tokyo World Championship
Specsavers Broughton is among 11 locally owned Specsavers audiology businesses sponsoring the Wales Deaf Rugby men’s and women’s squads ahead of the World Deaf Rugby 7s World Championship in Tokyo this October.
The sponsorship will fund new kits, training facilities and travel to upcoming fixtures as both teams prepare to defend the world titles they won in Córdoba, Argentina, in 2023.
Wales Deaf Rugby is working towards a £150,000 fundraising target to cover travel and competition costs for the Tokyo championship. The charity, which is volunteer run, receives no funding from the Welsh Rugby Union.
Ahead of a recent match against Jamaica, several players visited Specsavers’ Port Talbot store to meet Kyle James, audiologist at Specsavers, to discuss hearing’s role in sport and everyday life.
James said: “Wales Deaf Rugby shows what’s possible when talent is matched with the right support. We’re proud to be backing both the men’s and women’s teams as they prepare to defend their world titles.”
”As audiologists rooted in the local community, we see first-hand the difference good hearing health can make — not just in sport, but in confidence, communication and everyday life.”
Siân-Elin Melbourne, chairman of Wales Deaf Rugby, said: “This partnership means a huge amount to us, especially in such a pivotal year for the club. I was proud to be part of the very first Wales Deaf women’s team back in 2019, and to now see both squads preparing to defend world titles on the global stage is incredibly powerful.”
“Support from Specsavers doesn’t just help with travel and kits — it sends a message to our players that they are valued, believed in and backed by their communities. As we build towards Tokyo, that belief makes all the difference.”
Wales Deaf Rugby is accepting donations towards its Tokyo fundraiser at
https://donate.giveasyoulive.com/campaign/help-send-wdru-to-the-world-cup-2026
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