Wigan, MAN Sports Teams & Organizations
• A WorldWeb.com Travel Guide to Sports Teams & Organizations in Wigan, MAN, England.
Wigan Athletic are an ambitious club who have enjoyed a meteoric rise up the league system, culminating in promotion to the Premiership in 2005. Funded by magnate Dave Whelan, who owns a large chain of sports stores, the team play at the modern JJB Stadium. Tickets for games can be bought in advance with admission at the gates also possible, unless the opposition is a big team like Manchester United or Arsenal.
Wigan Warriors dominated Rugby League in the 1980s and 90s with an electric squad that scored points for fun, since the introduction of the Super League the team has struggled to emulate this success. Playing their games at the JJB Stadium, the Warriors still draw a massive support that is passionate about their Rugby. Tickets for games can be bought in advance or on the gate before kick off.
