30 June 2007

2007 NSW Elite Squad Sessions

The 12-player squad will begin their weekly training sessions on the 12th July at the Dural Recreational Centre from 6pm-8pm. More information on squad members are available on the Development link.

11 June 2007

2007 NSW Open Results

NSWBA would like to thank our sponsors Hi-Qua Australia and Zen Sports, players and the UNSW Badminton Club Tournament Committee for being instrumental in ensuring another successful NSW Open championships conducted on the weekend 9 – 10 June, 2007.

NSWBA appreciates the generous sponsorship and commitment to the future of badminton in Australia, and the continuing participation by the wider community. We had over 230 players in various grades and disciplines resulting in almost 400 matches played over two days. We were impressed with the turnout despite the worst weather experienced for many years and showed the players all consuming passion for the sport.

The $5000 sponsorship of prizes designated by Zen Sports was presented at the end of Saturday and Sunday’s play due to the heavy playing schedule. Photos will be available on the NSWBA and UNSWBC websites in the near future for those who were unable to stay for the Presentations. NSWBA acknowledges the Director of Zen Sports, Nitin Mahajan for his company’s contribution and in organizing these awards. Hi-Qua Australia principals Eva and Patrick Wu products can be viewed at their website.

The recipients of the Zen Sports prizes are:

Women Singles Winner: Daniela Lutz (Switzerland)
Runner-Up: Upeka Chandrawansa (NSW)

Men Doubles Winners: Kevin Koh/Jonathan Koh (NSW)
Runners-Up: Andrei Rhonnei (NSW)/Hung Pham (Victoria)

Women Doubles Winners: Daniela Lutz (Switzerland)/Catherine Tjoa (NSW)
Runners-up: Siuliana Gouw/Carolyn Toh (NSW)

Mixed Doubles Winners: Simon Enkerli/Daniela Lutz (Switzerland)
Runners-up: Kevin Koh/ Michele Teoh (NSW)

23 May 2007

2007 NSW Open

Please find attached the 2007 NSW Open tournament entry form for your participation as a player, court official or event personnel. We would be delighted to have as many as possible attend and would appreciate your registration by the extended due date of 1st June 2007 so the Tournament Committee can schedule courts and matches cost effectively. Thank you for your continued support of our sport.

21 May 2007

Level 1 (advanced) badminton coaching course

A Level 1 (advanced) badminton coaching course is planned for 28 & 29 July 2007 (Saturday & Sunday).

Proposed Location: Hornsby PCYC, 94 George Street, Hornsby (opposite train station).
Proposed Time: 9.00am-4.00pm daily
Registrations Closing Date: Due by COB 31 May 2007
Attendance: Both days are compulsory unless you have previously been accredited or have attended a similar course in the last 4 years. If you fall into the latter category (ie. existing coaches), please register for 29 July.
Full Course fee (28 & 29 July): $110 which includes manuals, plus $40 for new 4-yr accreditations/re-accreditations.
Half Course fee (29 July only): $40 for new 4-yr accreditations/re-accreditations. Note to existing coaches: Please inform us if you wish to help present a topic/concept. Attendance is free, and facilitation can help provide you with coach update points.
Members: Coaches will be required to become an annual member of a club/association under NSWBA (eg. Hunter, SBA).

Please email your registrations to Marianne. More details about the agenda and pre-course work will be forwarded to you after the registrations close.

18 May 2007

Hunter Junior Tournament

The Hunter Badminton Association is hosting a junior tournament in June. Please download the entry form here.

15 May 2007

Call for Ede Clendinnen Team player nominations

The NSW Open Team will be travelling to Geraldton WA to compete for the 2007 Ede Clendinnen Shield.

Please email Carolyn Toh if you are interested in joining this team as player/coach/manager.

Players are required to be Open, A or B Graded; able to cover travel and accomodation expenses; able to compete in the team event from 19th August to c23rd August inclusive.

Nominations due by COB Monday 28th May.

10 May 2007

New web link and exciting junior development announcement!

Click on the DEVELOPMENT side link for more information about athlete and coach pathways from grassroot to professional levels.

We are also calling for nominations of aspiring athletes to join the NSW elite squad. Read more here.

Nominations close on 18th May. Athletes who wish to be considered also need to compete at the 2007 SBA Junior Open tournament. Entry form is below, so send in your entries to the tournament organiser asap!

09 May 2007

2007 SBA Junior Open Tournament

Please find attached the tournament entry form to the SBA Junior Open, held on 19 and 20 May.

27 March 2007

2007 U15 and U19 Selection

On Sunday 29/04/07, selection for the U19 team is being held at 2pm, while selection for the U15 team is being held at 4pm. The venue for this selection event is Hornsby PCYC, George Street (opposite Hornsby train station).

Registrations for U19 selection should be directed to Joey Ng.

Registrations for U15 selection should be directed to Victor Yu.

14 March 2007

2007 U15 Squad Player Registrations

U15 training squad registration starts now and closes on 15/04/07. Nominated players must be under 15 years old before or on 31/12/07. To register, please email player(s)' name and contact details to Victor Yu.

05 March 2007

2007 U15 Team Coach

New South Wales Badminton Association is seeking expressions of interest for the above competition. One position is available. Position Description is attached for this position.

Dates: Travel on or around 27th September - 30th September 2007.

Resume (CV's) and an expression of interest need to be forwarded to the NSWBA Coaching Co-ordinator by Friday 30th March 2007.

20 February 2007

2007 UNSW Easter Open

Please find attached the UNSW Easter Open tournament entry form. We look forward to your participation as a player, court official or event personnel. We would be delighted to have as many as possible attend and would appreciate your registration by the due date of 6 March for the UNSW Easter Open so the Tournament Committee can schedule courts and matches in a timely and cost effective manner.

05 February 2007

Congratulations to the Under 13s!

NSWBA would like to thank the players, parents, managers and supporters of the two NSW teams which competed at the recent Under 13 carnival in Victoria. NSW A finished runners-up and all NSW players featured well in the individual events. A special mention to Christine Yu and Sharon Ho for winning the girls doubles, as well as Caroline Hu for being awarded the Michelle Rigg Sportsmanship Award!

25 January 2007

2007 NSW Junior Open and Veterans Team Challenge Feb 10 & 11, 2007

Please find attached the 2007 NSW Junior entry form and Veterans Team Challenge tournament entry form and rules for your participation as a player, court official or event personnel. This is the first competition for the year. We would be delighted to have as many as possible attend and would appreciate your registration by the due date of 5 February so the Tournament Committee can schedule courts and matches cost effectively.

22 January 2007

2007 CP Maddern & Under 19 Australasian Championships

Please note that the U19 national event for 2007 will be held on Saturday 30 June, and finishing on Saturday 7 July in Burnie (Tasmania). For those who are interested in playing in the tournament, please send your expression of interest to Joey Ng via email.

22 January 2007

Hot badminton conditions

The 2007 Australian Youth Olympic Festival has come to an end. The badminton competition was one of the best youth international tournaments ever held in NSW. The level of competition was as hot as the weather!

Team results available here.

Individual results available here.

Other media reports can be obtained from the festival website and Badminton Australia website.