Boffins Books and Perth College present an evening with Olympic Gold Medalist Leisel Jones, as she talks candidly about her life and career, as revealed in her new book Body Lengths.
Leisel Jones is rightly regarded as one of the greatest breaststrokers ever. At just fifteen, she won two silver medals at the Sydney Olympic Games in 2000 and then went on to win gold at Athens 2004 and Beijing 2008. For the first time, Leisel reveals the constant pressure she was under – from coaches, from the media and from herself – to be perfect. Despite the highs of her swimming stardom, she suffered depression, and at one time attempted to take her own life. She has emerged from life as an athlete with maturity and good humour, having finally learnt how to be herself and live with confidence.
Tickets cost $10, click here to secure your place via Trybooking.com! Parking is limited so please arrive early to find a spot nearby.
For more information contact Boffins on (08) 9321 5755 or email events@boffinsbookshop.com.au
Or contact Perth College: Alison Mackenzie on (08) 9471 2100 or email Alison.Mackenzie@pc.wa.edu.au
Can't make it? We'll happily have a copy of Leisel Jones' Body Lengths signed for you. Click here to download the order form.
