Follow us on Whatsapp for the latest updates Follow us on Telegram for the latest updates These Cases Show That NS Doesn’t Always Stand In The Way Of A Successful Career Ben Davis, who recently signed with Premier League club Fulham FC, made headlines recently for having his National Service (NS) deferment rejected. Netizens criticised the Ministry of Defence (MINDEF)’s decision, saying that the 2 years lost to NS are crucial for a promising athlete’s long-term development. Nowhere is this more obvious than at the recent FIFA World Cup, where 19-year-old Kylian Mbappe lifted the trophy for France. His sensational performance during the tournament also won him the FIFA Young Player Award. While Davis may not be lifting the World Cup anytime soon, his achievement is impressive: the 17-year-old is the first Singaporean to sign a professional contract with a top-tier English football club. Unfortunately, MINDEF’s decision has placed him in quite the predicament: duty to nation or career? Davis’ father says that if push comes to shove, his son may very well renounce his Singapore citizenship to pursue his football dream. But does NS necessarily stand in the way of one’s career? We dig into the archives to find out more. … Continue reading How National Service Impacted The Careers Of Notable Singaporean Athletes