Scott Burns

Scott Burns is a disability and inclusive sports leader dedicated to expanding access to rugby league. He has developed disability rugby league programmes at Wigan Warriors and Leigh Leopards, creating training, competitive opportunities and building supportive communities for athletes with physical and learning disabilities. He served as the inaugural head coach of Scotland’s Physical Disability Rugby League team, building an inclusive team culture focused on skill, teamwork and personal growth. Through work with Wigan Council’s Be Well Active Inclusive Team, he delivered rebound therapy, Wheels for All cycling, play and climb activities, targeted swim sessions, Boccia and supervised gym sessions. His work promotes physical health, social connection and belonging. Personally, he is both a disability coach and a coach with disabilities following an autism diagnosis at 40 and also living with monocular vision has created inclusive opportunities for all.