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First-ever wheelchair rugby tournament to be held in Henrico to celebrate Disability Pride Month

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The River City is hosting a special event for the first time ever in celebration of July being Disability Pride Month.

Teams from across the country will gather at Highland Springs High School to take part in a wheelchair rugby tournament this weekend.

"Richmond, we've always prided ourselves on being a really good sports town,” said Hunter Leemon, CEO of Sportable, an adaptive sports club. “Whether it's millions of people enjoying the river or thousands attending professional baseball and soccer games, we have a strong sports culture. Our work at Sportable is important because it provides opportunities for everyone."

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