Ciara Torrance
Birthday: 01/09/1999
Why are you a WBC ambassador?:
I believe in equal opportunities for women and girls, and think it’s super important that we get the exposure and opportunity we deserve. I think it is a great incentive to keep young girls in sport and for them to feel part of something bigger and part of a community.
Describe a day off without training:
Going for a nice walk in the park with some good coffee, seeing friends, family and loved ones! (also going out for a good dinner at night)
What do you wanna do after your career?:
I think I would like to coach a mixture of juniors and sessions but at a performance level or I would like to run my own coffee shop.
Elsa Jacob
Birthday: 07/09/2006
Why are you a WBC ambassador?:
Because I really like the spirit of the WBL and the project for which it was created
Describe a day off without training:
Go out with my friends, eat out, go shopping and see my family
What do you wanna do after your career?:
After my career I would like to be a notary
Yevheniia Kantemyr
Birthday: 04/07/2005
Why are you a WBC ambassador?:
Pretty simple 😁 I like the idea of WBC
Describe a day off without training:
Walking, shopping, Netflix
What do you wanna do after your career?:
Is too early to think about it now 😁😁 I’m still young!
Polina Buhrova
Birthday: 30/01/2004
Olympian: Paris 2024
Why are you a WBC ambassador?:
It’s a pleasure to be part of such an amazing project and start. I'm happy to share and help girls around the world become more confident and raise the level together
Describe a day off without training:
A lot of walk, talks, maybe some Netflix if there is something nice going on
What do you wanna do after your career?:
That's very hard question for now, I'm still in the very very beginning, so focusing on this (badminton) only now
Estelle Van Leeuwen
Birthday: 01/11/2004
Why are you a WBC ambassador?:
I think the meaning behind it is super inspiring and if I can help even 1% to share with other people or help in any way then I absolutely will
Describe a day off without training:
A good lay in hopefully and then usually I try to spend most my off days with my little sister going shopping and out for dinner is our go to
What do you wanna do after your career?:
I would love to be involved in other sports like tennis or F1 doing media and interviews for them
Flora Wang
Birthday: 01/06/2007
Why are you a WBC ambassador?:
It influences a lot in the sport, and it’s positive that they focus on women in particular.
Describe a day off without training:
Sleep in, eat a brunch, go out in the city a bit and after movie night with my friends.
What do you wanna do after your career?:
I wanna study economics and maybe start a business, have a family
Julie MacPherson
Birthday: 17/11/1997
Why are you a WBC ambassador?:
I think it's a great initiative that showcases women in sport and with this collective, it helps promote women in sport to hopefully gain more recognition.
Describe a day off without training:
Getting some fresh air, going for a walk, going for coffee and a sweet treat and spending some time with my family.
What do you wanna do after your career?:
I do not 100% know what I will do with myself after badminton, but I still have some years left and then take a well needed break and decide. Will probably still be involved somehow.
Bengisu Erçetin
Birthday: 01/01/2001
Why are you a WBC ambassador?:
Because I believe in the values of sportsmanship, respect, and inspiring the next generation. As a professional athlete, I want to be a role model, promote discipline, and show young athletes that with hard work and dedication, anything is possible.
Describe a day off without training:
On my day off, I like to spend time with my family and friends, enjoy nature, and recharge mentally. Sometimes I read, listen to music, or just relax with a good meal. A rest day helps me recover physically and mentally so I can come back stronger to training.
What do you wanna do after your career?:
After my career, I want to stay connected to sports by coaching and mentoring young athletes. I also want to share my experience internationally, maybe as a commentator or motivational speaker, and inspire the next generation to follow their dreams.
Nazlican Inci
Birthday: 06/03/2000
Why are you a WBC ambassador?:
Because I want to inspire young girls and women to believe in themselves through sports. Being a WBC Ambassador allows me to share my passion, values, and experiences as a national athlete, and to represent both my sport and women in the best way possible.
Describe a day off without training:
On a day off, I love spending time with my family and friends, enjoying nature, and recharging both physically and mentally. Sometimes I read, listen to music, or explore new places — it helps me come back stronger and more motivated for training.
What do you wanna do after your career?:
After my career, I want to contribute to the development of young athletes by coaching and creating opportunities for the next generation. I also dream of establishing my own sports academy, where I can combine my experience, knowledge, and passion for badminton.
Kirsten de Wit
Birthday: 16/03/2004
Why are you a WBC ambassador?:
I immediately liked the idea when I heard it, so I was very excited for it all. I liked that it brings multiple women from different nations together and building connections and also maybe new friendships.
Describe a day off without training:
I like to just have some quality time with family when I have a day off. I love playing board games or just chill and watch a movie in the evening.
What do you wanna do after your career?:
I am in my last year of my study, so I am now figuring out what I want to do next after this. I am thinking something with social media/marketing. I also love photography so that is also still an option to maybe pursue after my career.
Margot Lambert
Birthday: 15/03/1999
Olympian: Paris 2024
Why are you a WBC ambassador?:
Because I think that it is a great initiative for women in badminton.
Describe a day off without training:
Chill all day or shopping or restaurant.
What do you wanna do after your career?:
Work in aeronautics.
Neslihan arın
Birthday: 26/02/1994
Olympian: London 2012, Tokyo 2020, Paris 2024
Why are you a WBC ambassador?:
As female athletes, I believe we need to be more visible on the field. By competing in the league, I want to achieve my own goals and inspire young girls.
Describe a day off without training:
A day of cooking and watching movies at home with my dog and my husband.
What do you wanna do after your career?:
I haven't made any plans yet, I'm looking forward to seeing what I'm going to do.
Lea Palermo
Birthday: 07/07/1993
Why are you a WBC ambassador?:
For the amazing values of sharing and caring + the opportunity to create an inspirational and timeless moment in our new women badminton community.
Describe a day off without training:
I’ll definitely take the morning to sleep until I wake up naturally and eat a colourful breakfast 😍. Then probably go out to have a walk in Paris, enjoy views like a 30 year old girl and plan a dinner with my brother! If I still have a bit of time, I’d play with LEGOS or kick my boyfriend’s ass around a board game.
What do you wanna do after your career?:
Definitely a job related to high level sports. I don’t really have a clear picture yet, but I’d like to help/be surrounded/work with top athletes and make sure they can perform on the highest stage (city sport department rep, team manager in a rugby/handball professional club, sport agent,…)
Clara Lassaux
Birthday: 04/10/2001
Why are you a WBC ambassador?:
Because we are many girls that are playing badminton and I think it needs a girl supports girls, and that’s what WBC can offer. It’s also a very nice way to learn from others girls, having fun with girls with whom you share same interests! Solidarity between girls are amazing.
Describe a day off without training:
Probably take time for myself such a walking, going to spa/massage. And spending time with my family that I don’t see that often.
What do you wanna do after your career?:
I want to be a judge in law
Paula Lopez
Birthday: 07/10/1999
Why are you a WBC ambassador?:
Because it's a great project for the growth of women and I want to be part of it.
Describe a day off without training:
I get up, have a breakfast and do university things. Then I spend time with my friends. And at night, I watch a movie with my dad and read before bed.
What do you wanna do after your career?:
I want to be sports psychologist
Leona Michalski
Birthday: 14/06/2002
Why are you a WBC ambassador?:
I really want to build a strong community with a lot of women all over the world. We need us and I think we can build something really big with this project.
Describe a day off without training:
Long Sleep, get up have a good breakfast (not the same as on training days - for example Sunday is chocolate pancake day), go out get some fresh air and go for a walk, get a good coffee in the city. Do some university, Netflix and read a book. Cook something nice for dinner. In the evening I like to get some Yoga in for recovery boost and good sleep.
What do you wanna do after your career?:
Do something with people to stay active and fit. Working on their health, nutrition and movement/sport part.
Tereza Švábíková
Birthday: 14/05/2000
Olympian: Paris 2024
Why are you a WBC ambassador?:
Because I think it’s a great project, which will bring girls around the world closer together in sports.
Describe a day off without training:
Spending the day on a sofa with my cat, watching some movies and eating some good food! 😂
What do you wanna do after your career?:
I wanna pursue career in sports, I enjoy coaching, sports development and sports psychology. So let’s see where the future will bring me.