Having competed on the international stage in both the Olympics and the Pan-Am Games, Charmaine Reid now spends her time encouraging kids to be physically active and to believe in themselves as they go after their dreams.
Reid travels the province with her motivational program called “S’COOL MISSION” and impressed kids with her badminton skills at both Margaret D. Bennie Public School and Queen Elizabeth Public School during 40-minute sessions on March 25.
Reid teamed up with former St. Clair College badminton coach Clovis McLaughlin for the visits that hit upon technical skills, but more importantly shared her stories of perseverance as she made her way up the ranks and the joys of competing around the world that resulted from her tenacity.
Students from the two schools not only enjoyed the motivational address, but also received a class set of racquets, birdies and goggles provided by funds from Canadian Tire’s Jumpstart program.
Former Olympian Charmaine Reid, along with former St. Clair College badminton coach Clovis McLaughlin, provided some helpful advice before giving some lucky students a chance to take on Reid.
SUN photo by Paul Forman
Charmaine Reid provided instructional tips to many students at Margaret D. Bennie Public School, including Charlotte Carriere pictured here.
SUN photo by Paul Forman
