Elizabeth Cann is a professional Badminton Player representing for England for over 15 years and having competed in World Championships, Commonwealth Games and European Championships.
Liz started playing badminton along with many other sports aged about six years and was coached by her mum.
When she was 19, Liz moved to Denmark for three years to develop her badminton further and that’s when she first started receiving proper technical coaching.
Elizabeth Cann has been a full time professional badminton player representing for England for over 15 years and having competed in World Championships, Commonwealth Games and European Championships. In 2002, Liz not only won her first international tournament but gained her first England cap.
The most influential tournament she competed in was her first Commonwealth Games in 1998 in Kuala Lumpur. Career highlights include winning Commonwealth medals, reaching the top 20 in the World rankings and beating the World number seven ranked player. During her career Liz suffered many injuries and setbacks including slipped discs and several stress fractures but each time managing to bounce back better than before.
Liz retired fully from the sport in 2015 and since then has been doing badminton coaching as well as personal performance coaching where she helps individuals develop the right mindset to achieve their goals and become empowered.
Reaching the top in sport takes more than talent. It requires leadership and performing at your very best when it matters most. In this talk, our athletes share how they prepare to deliver under pressure, lead by example, and bring out the best in themselves and those around them. Pupils will learn how strong leadership, focus, and self-belief can help them achieve their own peak performance in school, sport, and life.
Success in sport and life starts with the right mindset. In this talk, our athletes explore how having a positive, focused, and growth-orientated mindset has helped them face challenges, learn from setbacks, and stay motivated. Pupils will leave inspired to believe in themselves and approach obstacles with confidence.
Even individual athletes rely on the support of a team. This talk highlights the importance of working together, trusting others, and playing your part. Pupils will hear how teamwork creates success in sport and how these skills can make a difference in school, friendships, and everyday situations.
Setbacks are part of life, whether it is a missed goal, a tough exam result, or a personal challenge. In this talk, our athletes share honest stories about times when things did not go to plan and how they managed to bounce back. Pupils will learn how to handle disappointment in a healthy way, build resilience, and stay positive when faced with difficult situations.
Sport, like life, is full of unexpected twists and turns. In this talk, our athletes reflect on times they have faced change, setbacks, or uncertain futures, from injuries to last-minute selections and global events like the pandemic. Pupils will hear honest, uplifting advice about how to stay calm, positive, and adaptable when life doesn’t go to plan.
Every athlete faces tough times, whether it’s injury, defeat, or personal challenges. In this talk, our athletes open up about the adversity they have experienced and how they found the strength to bounce back. Pupils will learn about the importance of resilience, determination, and staying positive in difficult situations. These are valuable lessons they can use in school, sport, and life.
Liz truly inspired the participants at the Berkshire School Games by inspiring them with her story.”
Liz was brilliant and did everything we requested and over and above, we would highly recommend her.
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