Applications invited for 2024 Matt King bursary
the Rugby league community is encouraged to support today’s launch of the Matt King Educational Bursary.
The Matt King Educational Bursary is an annual award that celebrates the life of Matt King OBE, one of the sport’s most influential figures.
Despite being paralysed from the neck down and unable to breathe independently after suffering a serious spinal injury playing for London Broncos Academy in 2004, Matt went on to achieve a first-class honours degree in law, secure a role as in-house lawyer with the Williams Formula 1 team, build a career as a motivational speaker, as well as becoming a proud father.
Following his death in 2021, the Matt King Educational Bursary was launched in 2022 to encourage young people within rugby league to further their education and achieve their full potential.
The Bursary, which awards up to £10,000 every year, has the power to transform lives and create a lasting legacy for our sport.
The eligibility criteria are as follows:
- The skills, education and qualifications sought will directly benefit the individual, as well as the wider sport in general;
- Open to any individual who occupies a current role within Rugby League such as community player, volunteer, coach, administrator, or employee;
- Must be a UK resident and over the age of 16;
- Must be for an accredited and recognised qualification relevant to the topic of study;
- Must be happy to contribute and participate in press and publicity upon a successful application.
Wigan Warriors encourage all eligible supporters to apply for the bursary, but for everyone to spread the word across the community to create a groundswell of support and inspire countless individuals to pursue their educational aspirations.
Applications are now open HERE. The closing date for applications is Sunday September 1, 2024.
More information on the Matt King Educational Bursary is available HERE.
