Desert Island Discs Ade Adepitan on his first day at school
Sep 30, 2025
Ade Adepitan shares a hilarious story about his first day at school, featuring a pink checkered suit and a frilly shirt. He recounts how fashion mishaps transformed into triumphs as he became a school sporting hero through wheelchair basketball. His journey from a fashion oddity to earning respect on the field showcases the powerful impact of sports on personal identity and acceptance.
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Pink Suit To Sporting Hero
- Ade Adepitan's mum bought him an outlandish pink checkered suit and frilly shirt for his first day at school.
- He felt awkward but sport transformed his image when he saved a penalty and became a school hero.