0

Your Cart is Empty

February 12, 2020 1 min read

"A team isn't a bunch of kids out to win. A team is something you belong to, something you feel, something you have to earn" - Gordon Bombay, The Mighty Ducks

The above quote brings me back to my childhood. Watching the movie "The Mighty Ducks" and seeing the underdogs use strategy to their advantage to become victorious over a more skilled and arrogant team.

While many of us know how important it is to work in a team, and for everyone to have aligned vision and goals; to get to that point is not an easy task. It doesn't happen by chance or default. It happens by design.

In episode 6 of The Badminton Podcast, we talk to Andrew Surman, who is the managing Director of Hayes Girling Financial, a nationally awarded Accounting and Financial Planning firm located in Australia.

Andrew's specialty is in building high performing teams and developing people. And it's for this reason that we wanted him to share his wisdom with everyone.

Here's a direct link to the podcast episode itself:

Let us know what you think and be sure to tune into our other episodes on your favourite podcast platform: Spotify, Stitcher, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Breaker, Anchor, Overcast, Pocket Casts, RadioPublic, Player FM. Just search for "The Badminton Podcast".

Or you can visit:www.anchor.fm/thebadmintonpodcast and get direct links for your preferred platform.

 Volant Wear Badminton Team Clothing Apparel Performance Comfort Lin Dan Lee Chong Wei Olympics Smash Jump

Click here for more blog releases

Main image source: The Comeback 

Jeffrey Tho
Jeffrey Tho

Jeff is an ex-international badminton player who represented Australia at the Commonwealth Games (twice as a player & once as a coach), World Championships, All England Championships and multiple Thomas and Sudirman Cups. He was the Australian National Coach, Senior State Head Coach and is the co-founder of Volant badminton & The Badminton Podcast. Jeff is extremely passionate about building the worldwide badminton community & showing the world how incredible our sport really is.


Leave a comment

Comments will be approved before showing up.


Also in The Volant Badminton Blog & Community

Badminton Shuttlecocks 101: Feather vs. Plastic – Which is Right for You?
Badminton Shuttlecocks 101: Feather vs. Plastic – Which is Right for You?

April 10, 2025 2 min read

Shuttlecocks might look simple, but they’re the heartbeat of badminton. Every rally, every smash, every delicate drop shot hinges on how that little projectile flies. If you’re new to the sport—or even a regular player—you’ve got a choice to make: feather or plastic? Let’s dive into the details so you can pick the right one for your game.

Read More
Badminton clothes
What do you Wear to Play Badminton?

February 26, 2025 5 min read

So what clothing should you wear to play badminton? Wear short or skirt with a light synthetic sports T-shirt for Badminton. Avoid tracksuit pants and long-sleeved T-shirts since you'll want to be able to move freely. Avoid 100% cotton materials for any of these. If you're going to play a lot, invest in a pair of Badminton shoes.
Read More
Badminton as a good workout
Badminton Vs. The Gym - What's a better workout?

January 02, 2025 5 min read

Choosing between badminton and gym workouts depends on your fitness goals. Badminton offers a high-intensity cardiovascular workout, boosting agility, speed, and endurance while engaging multiple muscle groups. In contrast, gym workouts focus on targeted strength training and flexibility, allowing for customized exercises to build muscle and improve overall fitness. Both have unique benefits: badminton excels in full-body conditioning and coordination, while the gym provides structured strength and endurance training. Consider your personal fitness objectives to decide which workout suits you best.
Read More