Name: Britt Benn
CAN Fund #150Women Recipient
Nickname: Benn or Benny
Hometown: Napanee, ON
Sport: Rugby Sevens
Best Result: 2016 Olympic Bronze Medalist
On the National Team Since (Year): 2015
How many hours do you workout/train/compete on average each day and how many days per week? 7hours/day 5 days a week
When was the moment you knew you wanted to represent Canada?
Watching the National Women’s Hockey Team win Gold at the 2002 Olympic Games.
What is your favourite song to work out to?
Celine Dion- I’m Alive
What is the best part about representing Canada?
Knowing that you’re not only representing Canada but the people that helped you along your journey to the Olympic Games.
Who is one woman who has significantly impacted your life/journey?
Colette McAuley
Tell us how she made a difference and share 3 words that describe who that person is to you. She taught me how to channel the fire inside my heart. She gave me the strength to fly away and pursue my dreams.
Passionate
Resilient
Inspirational
Do you have any pre-competition superstitions or routines?
Frosted Tips 🙂
Instagram: @brittbenn1