What does it really take to rise above adversity and compete on the world stage?
In the latest uplifting episode of TKS Flight Deck, our students sit down with Celine Vinot – a 27-year-old trailblazer who represented Australia in badminton at the 2025 Paris Paralympics. Fluent in French, a dedicated project officer, a gifted chorister and a talented French horn player, Celine shares how she balances her professional life, artistic passions and elite athletic training with relentless determination. You can read more about her extraordinary background on the Badminton Australia website by clicking here.
She’s joined in this episode by Gerard Morais, a teacher who once taught Celine at another school, as he reflects on her resilience, growth and unwavering drive. Together, they recount her Paralympic experience in Paris and look ahead to what’s next on her journey.
Discover the unwavering spirit of our guest who refuses to be treated differently and shares their journey to excellence. Tune in and get inspired:
