Sunshine Coast Hosts Wheelchair Rugby League Training Camp

Queensland Rugby League has named its initial squad for the 2025 State Challenge, with ten players selected to represent the Queensland Wheelchair Rugby League team. The match will take place in Sydney on Sunday, July 13.

Preparations begin with a training camp on the Sunshine Coast from May 23 to 25.

Proudly supported by Sunshine Coast Council, the camp will bring players and staff together to begin building combinations and team cohesion ahead of the interstate clash.

Sunshine Coast Resilient Economy Portfolio Councillor Terry Landsberg said the Sunshine Coast was more than just a beautiful destination—it’s a world-class training ground for elite athletes. 

"With cutting-edge facilities, expert support services, and a lifestyle that inspires high performance, we’re proud to welcome teams from around Australia to train, play, and stay with us." Cr Landsberg said.

The State Challenge is a key fixture on the wheelchair rugby league calendar, offering players the opportunity to compete at a high level while continuing to grow the sport across Queensland and beyond.

The team will once again be led by Head Coach Cameron Sullivan, with support from Assistant Coach Jeff Wright and Team Manager Jade Brown. A strong performance team is also in place, including Javery Gonzales, Ryan Charles, Adam Schefe, Kyle Panebianco, and Jack Brown.

The players named in this extended squad will be working to earn a place in the final eight-player team, which will be confirmed closer to the event.

Importantly, players not included in this initial group remain eligible for selection, with coaches continuing to monitor performances across QWRL programs and local competitions in the coming months.

2025 QWRL Queensland Squad (in alphabetical order):

• Dan Anstey
• Peter Arbuckle
• Brett Bazley
• Shannon Buxton
• John Clarke
• Dylan Gawthorne
• Jack Kruger
• Bayley McKenna
• Zac Schumacher
• Adam Tannock

This year’s squad features a mix of experienced campaigners and exciting emerging talent, all working toward the common goal of representing Queensland with pride.

With the valued support of Construction Sciences as the 2025 naming rights partner, the team enters the campaign with a strong platform to build from, on and off the court.

Follow QRL and QWRL channels for more updates as the squad prepares for the 2025 State Challenge.