The inaugural Sydney-based competition started at Kevin Betts Stadium last month.

The idea began in 2008 when the Mt Druitt venue hosted the first ever wheelchair rugby league World Cup.

Australia fielded a team of rookies and surprised their opponents by finishing runners-up behind favourites England.

"It was then we saw a market for the sport," Australian coach Joseph Chidiac told the Star.

"Apart from being played indoors, there are not many differences and you don't have to have a disability to play. Everyone is on a equal playing field on the court."

Chidiac formed NSW Wheelchair Rugby League last year and dreams of developing a national competition.

Developed by the French in 2004, the sport involves five players on the court at one time.

Almost 30 players are involved in the Mt Druitt competition.

"We have more participants than we anticipated," Chidiac said.

"We thought we'd barely have enough for four teams, so to have six is good.

"There's a big buzz around the venue on Saturday afternoons.

"My hope is it grows into a mainstream sport in the community, take it across NSW and develop a partnership with the Australian Rugby League."

The sport gives player Timothy Hawkins, 22, something to look forward to on Saturday afternoons.

Diagnosed with spina bifida as a baby, it's the one day of the week where he gets away from the TV screen and out of the house.

"I get the chance to play football and most of us are football fans," he said.

Limited playing spots are still available for those wanting to join them on the courts.

Chidiac already has his eyes on the 2013 World Cup in England.

"Hopefully we can field more competitive side and bring the cup home," he said.