London Broncos Announce Inclusion Fixture - ‘One Club’
Jake Watson • 16 August 2024
London Broncos Announce Inclusion Fixture - ‘One Club’
As part of our commitment to the RFL, our last home game against Leeds we are delighted to announce that we will be showcasing the inclusivity of our Club and the diversity of our home in London. We have spent the season listening to our fans, appreciating how varied our fans' needs are and taking note. With this in mind, this match we are honouring all of the Club, from our players, women and men, to our fans, our staff and our legacies with a celebration of our uniqueness and how that makes London Broncos the home of diversity in the Super League.
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We will be celebrating our club heritage:
- Players warm up kit will have a special nod to the nation’s that our players and staff represent
- Working with HAFs children's groups in the Borough, we will be displaying flags from around the world to represent the diversity of our club.
Things to look forward to on the day:
- Representatives from local groups in the fan zone
- Merton Borough of Sport Big Ball
- Meet and Greet with the London Broncos Women's team
- Half time presentation of Broncos alumni players receiving their heritage number and Junior League Awards
- DJ in the fan zone from 1pm to 3pm and after the match
- Facepainting in the fan zone between 1pm and 3pm
- Happy hour 1-2pm in the ground
Accessibility Information on Match Day:
- Ear defenders at reception for neuro-diverse spectators
- Visible signage for disabled entrances
- Reception open 15 mins early exclusively for customers with accessibility needs
- Dedicated area for accessible seating
- Dedicated staff member for customers who require additional support
- Use of reception as a quiet space for those who need it during the match
- Education for all staff around sunflower lanyards, disabled facilities within the ground, who they contact in certain situations
- Blind commentary
- Social media descriptors
- Water bowl at reception for assistance dogs
If you require extra assistance on Match Day, please visit reception located by the Club Shop.
For more information:
Sunflower lanyards: What is the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower? (hdsunflower.com)
Neuro-diverse support: To Help | Neurodiverse Sport
Accessible and Inclusive Sports facilities: Accessible and inclusive sports facilities | Sport England
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