The Wheelchair Football Association (WFA) are delighted to announce global pharmaceutical company, PTC Therapeutics, as our lead partner for the association on an initial one-year agreement.
As part of the relationship, PTC Therapeutics will also become the lead sponsor for the WFA National League.
With immediate effect, divisions in the WFA’s National League structure will be known as the PTC Therapeutics Premiership, and the PTC Therapeutics Championship. PTC will also become the official sponsor of the WFA National League play-offs, scheduled for July 15th, 2023.
PTC Therapeutics are an established global biopharmaceutical company that delivers transformative therapies for people living with rare diseases. For 25 years, PTC have been harnessing their scientific platforms to create new therapies that address the underlying cause of the disease.
PTC are committed to providing access to best-in-class treatments for patients with little to no treatment options. This mission underpins their focus on the discovery, development, and global commercialisation of clinically differentiated medicines for those with rare diseases.
WFA National Development Manager, Adam McEvoy, said:
“I am absolutely delighted that The WFA have secured a new lead partner for the association and national league. This highlights how the sport is continuing to grow in stature and profile and is an exciting new progression for The WFA. PTC Therapeutics do many brilliant things for people with rare conditions, and it is a great link to bring two organisations from different fields who actively support people with high levels of physical impairment, together to strengthen their respective goals.”
PTC Therapeutics’ Senior Director, Marketing – UK & Ireland, Karen Hobdell, said:
“At PTC, we are committed to improving the lives of people with rare diseases. Sport and physical activity can support individuals who are affected in many ways, and we are very excited to be able to partner with The Wheelchair Football Association and make a valuable contribution towards access and inclusion in sport. “
For more information on PTC Therapeutics, visit their website: https://www.ptcbio.co.uk
