Last Thursday, former Premier League footballer Nile Ranger delivered an inspiring talk to our 150 Elite Sport students.
Ranger’s candid account of his career and the lessons he has learned was both compelling and thought-provoking. His passion for helping young athletes avoid the mistakes he once made was unmistakable. He spoke openly about rising to the top as a Premier League striker, having the world at his feet, and then making a series of poor off-field decisions that ultimately derailed his career and shaped where he is today. His message was clear: seek guidance from those who genuinely have your best interests at heart, make wise choices, and resist being led astray by the wrong influences.
Following his 40-minute presentation, students engaged in a lively 20-minute Q&A session before showing their appreciation with a rapturous round of applause.
Thank you, Nile!