News published by the Manitoba Badminton Association during 2020, kept from the association’s earlier website. Back to Badminton Archives.
Bison Transport Sport LeadHERship Conference
November 16, 2020
Sport Manitoba has brought back the Bison Transport Sport LeadHERship Series this year and it is going virtual! The best part is that it is FREE!
Our FREE five-part online series brings together inspirational leaders from all areas of sport to tell their personal and professional stories, offer valuable advice and guidance, and share practical tips that participants can use on and off the field of play.
You’re Invited!
The Bison Transport Sport LeadHERship Series is a professional development opportunity designed for YOU – Manitoba’s coaches, administrators, community leaders, and volunteers of all genders, from all sports, from across the province.
Hosted by media personality Leah Hextall, participants will build their networks and knowledge bases through a variety of interviews and presentations so they can empower and encourage the girls they work with to stay active and involved in sport and become the next generation of female sport leaders.
Register now for our first session:
Wednesday, November 25
7:00 p.m.
Female Coaches Path to Success
Join us for Sport Manitoba in partnership with Bison Transport, aspires to increase female engagement in sport by providing an informative, inclusive, and inspirational experience.this free seminar as the University of Manitoba’s Vanessa Martinez Lagunas (Head Coach, Women’s Soccer) and Bruna Mavignier (Assistant Coach & Strength and Conditioning Coach) discuss their quest to become high-performance coaches and highlight why sport needs more female role models.
Sport Manitoba in partnership with Bison Transport, aspires to increase female engagement in sport by providing an informative, inclusive, and inspirational experience.
Sport Manitoba’s NCCP Coaching Courses are Now Posted
November 16, 2020
Sport Manitoba’s NCCP Coaching Courses being offered this fall are now posted on our Coaching Page. This year they are all online. Register today.
Office Closed
October 30, 2020
With the increased restrictions put into place due to COVID-19 we are again closing the office and working from home. If you need to contact us we are still available and will be answering emails regularly.
Hopefully these restrictions help to control the numbers and we can get back to badminton soon. Stay safe everyone.
Sport Support Line 1-877-737-9875
October 28, 2020
Sport Manitoba’s sport support line is for everyone –
athletes, coaches, parents, managers, administrators…
anyone involved in sport who witnesses or suspects any incident of bullying, hazing, harassment, or abuse.
Call 1-877-737-9875 or email gethelp@changeofseasons.ca
to speak confidentially to a trained staff person with decades of experience in sport-related abuse prevention,
risk management, dispute resolution and crisis intervention will assist with your questions or concerns.
The Sport Support Line is free, and responded to every single day of the year.
Nominate a Coach for Coach of the Month
October 28, 2020
Sport Manitoba in partnership with Global News recognize an outstanding coach each month in their Coach of the Month feature.
Sport Manitoba Coaching’s Coach of the Month in partnership with Global News recognizes outstanding Manitoba coaches in action.
Nominate a coach at any level of sport
– grassroots through high performance –
who makes extraordinary contributions to sport and athlete development before the 25th of each month.
Let everyone know about your favourite coach.
Tournament Updates October 27, 2020
October 28, 2020
More information on tournaments.
Unfortunately due to the rising numbers of COVID-19 cases in the province the Westman Open in Brandon has been cancelled.
Also the Herb Richard MB Open at the WWC has been postponed with the date to be determined.
Hopefully this situation will get better sooner rather than later and we can go ahead with some of our tournaments. In the meantime stay safe and keep watching our website for information as it becomes available.
September 28, 2020 — Tournament Update
September 28, 2020
Please read for updates on upcoming events.
We regret to confirm that the 2020 Provincial Championships and the 2020 Junior Provincial Championships are now cancelled, and the 2020 WWC Junior Open has been postponed.
Over the past several months, we have been monitoring the COVID-19 situation in Manitoba in the hopes that these provincial championships could go ahead. We brainstormed different formats and ideas and tried to find ways to run these events. Unfortunately, the modifications that would need to be made to these tournaments in order for them to be held with minimal risk would render them very exclusionary and unlike past provincial events. Furthermore, as of two weeks ago, the Province was "strongly recommending" that no tournament or events be held, and with cases still on the rise, we felt it best to not move forward with both Provincial Championship tournaments.
No other tournaments have been modified at this time. We hope that tournaments like the Herb Richard, the WWC Junior Open (currently postponed), some of the Rural Super Series, and others can still go ahead. We are also developing new "COVID-adapted" tournament formats and hope to host several throughout the season.
Take care. We look forward to seeing you soon!
Town Hall for Sport-Informed Mental Health Care
September 24, 2020
The Canadian Centre for Mental Health and Sport is hosting 60-minute virtual information sessions on mental health.
The Canadian Centre for Mental Health and Sport (CCMHS) is hosting 60-minute virtual information sessions for parents, coaches, health practitioners, sport leaders, administrators and volunteers affiliated with local and provincial / territorial competitive sport clubs / organizations. The CCMHS is a registered charity that offers sport-informed mental health care in-person and virtually from coast to coast to coast. We invite you to come learn more about how we can support your athletes, coaches, and support staff to reach optimal levels of well-being and performance!
Agenda:
- About CCMHS (15 mins)
- How to refer an athlete, coach, or support staff member who is struggling (5 mins)
- What to expect: The care pathway (10 mins)
- When to refer: Noticing and addressing distress (10 mins)
- Questions (20 mins)
Prairies & Central Canada: September 30, 2020 | 6PM MST – Register
Any questions please contact Krista Van Slngerland, M.A., PhD(can)
Executive Director, Canadian Centre for Mental Health and Sport
krista.vanslingerland@ccmhs-
ccsms.ca
2020 Annual General Meeting
September 22, 2020
Two more days!
Our AGM is two days away!
Join us Thursday evening to review the year, plan ahead, and vote for this year’s nominees to the Board of Directors.
This year’s AGM will be mainly virtual, with only MBA staff and Board incumbents meeting in person.
A Zoom meeting link will be emailed on Wednesday, September 23rd to all MBA members who wish to attend.
To register for this year’s AGM, please email info@badminton.mb.ca.
National Coaches Week is Next Week September 19 – 27
September 16, 2020
Have a favorite coach or one that’s had a big impact on your life or that of your child?
From September 19 – 27, 2020 join other Canadians in saying #ThanksCoach.
You can do this by posting a video or message on Twitter, Instagram, or Facebook with the hashtag #ThanksCoach and tag @SportManitoba on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook.
From September 21-26, Sport Manitoba’s Paul Robson Resource Centre for Leadership and Coaching will be a place where #ThanksCoach videos can be filmed.
Safety measures will be in place to promote physical distancing and hand hygiene.
Pre-packaged cookies will be available for each person who comes to film their video!
Let your coaches know how you appreciate them. Thank a Coach today!
The MBA Chronicles: a monthly director’s report
September 2, 2020
Wondering what we’ve been up to? Read our latest update!
A new addition to our website, a monthly report will be available at the beginning of every month, highlighting recent happenings and upcoming events.
The page can be found in our main menu, if you follow About Us/Meet the Staff/The MBA Chronicles: Monthly Director’s Report.
Thank you
August 31, 2020
As August draws to a close, the MBA bids a fond farewell to Ryan.
We would like to take this opportunity to thank Ryan from the bottom of our hearts, for 10 years of service to our organization and to our community. Under his leadership, our organization changed and grew considerably, and we look forward to seeing what he does next. While it’s more of a "See you later" than a "Goodbye", as he will be found at Prairie Badminton, his departure certainly leaves a mark. We wish him the best of luck at PB, and many blessings to him, Michelle, and their lovely and growing family.
To reflect on the past ten years, and to hear for the departing Executive Director, please click here to read Ryan’s final letter to MBA members.
Developmental Winter Programs
August 31, 2020
Our Developmental Winter Programs are on hold right now due to restrictions surrounding COVID-19. As we get more information we will continue to update the website. Keep up to date HERE.
Tournament Calendar
August 31, 2020
Changes have been made to our tournament calendar. At this point tournaments are set to begin in October. However this situation can change very quickly so keep watching the website for details.
The tournament calendar can be found HERE.
At this point all national and international tournaments have been cancelled or postponed through the end of November. For more details on the calendar CLICK HERE.
Annual General Meeting
August 31, 2020
Our Annual General Meeting will be held on Thursday, September 24th at 6:30pm at the Sport for Life Centre.
If you have ever thought about having a say in how badminton is run in the province now is the time. You can become part of the Board of Directors and help shape the look of badminton. More details on how to become a board member can be found HERE.
Even if you don’t want to be a Board Member come out to the AGM to find out more about badminton in Manitoba.
AGM
When: Thursday September 24th, 2020
Where: Sport for Life Centre
Theatre Room
145 Pacific Avenue
Time: 6:30 pm
Numbers will be limited due to social distancing. If attending please let the office know.
The meeting will also be streamed so people can attend virtually. More details on this to follow.
Consider making a difference in badminton today!
We Are Back!
August 31, 2020
We are back in the office to help you out!
After one of the strangest springs and summers in history we are now back in the office getting things back up and running.
We aren’t always there every day so the easiest way to contact us is through email. You can contact us at:
Executive Director: Melanie Cure melanie@badminton.mb.ca
Provincial Coach: Justin Friesen justin@badminton.mb.ca
Member Services/Communication Coordinator: Marj Niemi marj@badminton.mb.ca
For general inquiries: info@badminton.mb.ca
Hope to see everyone in the near future.
Please Welcome…….
August 25, 2020
The MBA Board of Directors is pleased to announce that the Executive Director position has been filled.
Melanie Cure joined the Manitoba Badminton Association family on April 6th, bringing a host of skills related to the job. Mel has been involved in grassroots badminton for two decades, both as a player and a coach. She has been coaching in St-Pierre-Jolys since 2000 and has been running the St-Pierre Badminton Club since 2010. After representing her home region as a junior athlete in the 2002 Manitoba Winter Games, Mel returned as Team Eastman’s Assistant Coach in 2014, then again in 2018 as Team South’s Manager and Assistant Coach. From 2018-2019, she worked as Team Manager for Badminton Manitoba at the Canada Winter Games. Her badminton experience has allowed her to meet competitors and coaches across the province and the country and has given her a broad understanding of the needs facing our community at many levels.
Outside of badminton, Melanie has worked in both the public and private sectors; in recent years she taught at both the University of Manitoba and the University of Winnipeg. She also has a wealth of experience working alongside organizations and small businesses to plan projects, promote events, and tackle a variety of issues.
Mel is excited to take on this new role and further serve the badminton community. For the time being, Mel and Ryan will work together as co-directors (from home), tackling the obstacles and challenges brought on by COVID-19 and preparing for the upcoming badminton season. Once Mel has had an opportunity to grapple the many aspects of the job then she will take over as full-time Executive Director.
Mel can be reached at melanie@badminton.mb.ca
RESCHEDULED : Regional Coach Module 3 — Technical/Tactical Basics
June 11, 2020
Want to become a coach or upgrade your coaching credentials? We’ve rescheduled!
Regional Coach: Technical/Tactical Basics
Wednesday, June 24th and Thursday, June 25th
5:00pm – 9:00pm
Prairie Badminton (Unit 2, 275 De Baets St)
Cost: $83.48 (incl. GST & processing fee)
Registration Deadline: Friday, June 19th @ 11:59pm
REGISTER HERE!
2020 Yonex MBA Summer Camps
June 6, 2020
Register now!
Registration is still open for our 2020 Yonex Summer Camps!
Capacity has been adjusted to account for Return to Play guidelines and physical distancing protocols, and may be adjusted throughout the summer as Manitoba moves through its phased approach.
Don’t miss your chance to spend a week with great coaches! Registration links and details can be found here!
Return to Play
June 2, 2020
The Manitoba Badminton Association received word on Monday, June 1st, that badminton can officially return to play.
Before hitting the courts, please familiarize yourself with our approved guidelines and protocols, which can be found on our COVID-19 : Return to Play page.
While we are all so excited to get going again, let’s all keep doing our part to stay safe and healthy!
Apply for Friends of Badminton Manitoba funding!
May 29, 2020
We are now accepting applications for Friends of Badminton Manitoba’s grants and scholarships!
Apply by June 15th, 2020 for the following:
Club Initiative Grant
Coach Development Grant
Student-Athlete Scholarship
Tournament hosts needed!
May 26, 2020
The 2020-2021 Tournament Calendar has tentatively been set and applications are being accepted for hosting the events.
Applications due June 30th 2020
Find out more here!
COACHING COURSES: Online & Home Study
April 22, 2020
NCCP Module Schedule (online) https://www.sportmanitoba.ca/coaching/news-events/
To register please go to either our website or sign into the Locker and go to Calendar. You can also register for other provinces online courses if you would like. Just click all provinces in the Locker Calendar to see options.
Ontario is through their own website at https://www.coachesontario.ca/calendar/
* Home study options are available for all modules accept ones with a (*) please contact Susan at susan.lamboo@sportmanitoba.ca for more details
Intro to Competition Modules hosted by Sport Manitoba Coaching
Plan a Practice $50 (6 hrs) Tuesday April 21 & 22 6-9pm
https://thelocker.coach.ca/event/registration/4317
Making Ethical Decisions $40 (4hrs) Thursday April 30 6-100pm
https://thelocker.coach.ca/event/registration/4312
Tuesday May 12 6-10pm
https://thelocker.coach.ca/event/registration/4320
Monday June 8 6-10pm
https://thelocker.coach.ca/event/registration/4321
Basic Mental Skills $40 (3hrs) Thursday April 23 6:30 – 9:30pm
https://thelocker.coach.ca/event/registration/4318
Design a Basic Sport Program $50 (4hrs) Monday April 27 6-10pm
https://thelocker.coach.ca/event/registration/4333
Teaching and Leading (6.5hrs) Tues May 19 6-9:30pm & Thurs May 21 6-9pm
https://thelocker.coach.ca/event/registration/4337
Competition Development Modules (Canada Games requirements)
Managing Conflict $55 (3hrs) Thursday May 7 6:30-9:30pm
https://thelocker.coach.ca/event/registration/4319
Developing Athletic Abilities Home Study with Facilitator session following
Register for DAA by contacting Susan.lamboo@sportmanitoba.ca
Coaching and Leading Effectively $85 (8.75 hrs) Tues June 2nd & Thurs June 4th 6-10pm each day
https://thelocker.coach.ca/event/registration/4336
Psychology of Performance $75 (7 hrs) Mon June 23 & Tues June 24 5:30 – 10pm
https://thelocker.coach.ca/event/registration/4339
Prevention and Recovery $75 (7.5hrs) Sat May 9 9am – 1pm & Sun May 10th 9am – 1:30pm
https://thelocker.coach.ca/event/registration/4322
Leading Drug Free Sport $55 (3hrs) Monday April 27th 6:30 -9:30pm
https://thelocker.coach.ca/event/registration/4332
*Manage a Sport Program $60(4hrs) Tuesday May 26th 6-10pm
https://thelocker.coach.ca/event/registration/4326
*Advanced Practice Plan $65 (5 hrs) Monday June 15 5-10pm
https://thelocker.coach.ca/event/registration/4338
*Performance Planning $100 (12.5hrs) TBA – may not be able to online
Professional Development Options
NCCP Coaching Athletes with a Disability ($15) 5 PD points https://coach.ca/nccp-coaching-athletes-disability
NCCP Making Headway in Sport (free) 5 PD Points https://coach.ca/nccp-making-head-way-sport
Keeping Girls in Sport https://jumpstart-kgis.respectgroupinc.com/?adlocation=Jumpstart_CoachGirlsInSports_en
NCCP Nutrition ($20) 5 PD Points https://coach.ca/nccp-sport-nutrition
NCCP Emergency Action Plan (free) 1 PD Point https://coach.ca/nccp-emergency-action-plan
NCCP Coach Initiation in Sport ($15) 5 PD Points https://coach.ca/nccp-coach-initiation-sport
Safe Sport Training (Free) 2 PD Points https://coach.ca/safe-sport-training
Respect in Sport (Free for MB coaches)3 PD Points https://sportmanitoba.respectgroupinc.com/start.jsp
We’re hiring!
April 22, 2020
The Manitoba Badminton Association is looking to fill three to five summer positions, including:
Programs & Events Coordinator
Camp Leaders
Coaches
Full details and instructions on how to apply can be found here.
Application deadline is May 15, 2020.
Duties/Responsibilities will begin June 15 or June 29, 2020.
MBA Office is Closed
March 18, 2020
Due to concerns regarding the COVID-19 virus and with most places shutting down, the MBA office is now closed indefinitely. All staff will be working from home and will still be available for your needs. Please contact us by email so that we can get back to you as soon as possible. Thank you for your understanding in this troubled time.
Tournament/Event Status
March 16, 2020
Postponed Events are conditionally planned for May/June/July, based on Health Manitoba recommendations and in line with newly scheduled Badminton Canada events.
Thank you for your patience!
March 20-22 – Yonex Junior Provincials – POSTPONED DATE TBD
March 20-21 – Yonex MB Masters – POSTPONED DATE TBD
March 28 – Regional Coaching Course – POSTPONED DATE TBD
March 29 – Provincial Coaching Course – POSTPONED DATE TBD
March 28-29 – Comp Dev Coaching Course – POSTPONED DATE TBD
March 30 – April 3: Prairie Badminton Spring Break Camp – CANCELLED
All Girls Spring Break Camp – CANCELLED
WWC Spring Break Camp – CANCELLED
April 4-5 – Yonex B&C Championships – POSTPONED DATE TBD
April 16-19 – Yonex Provincial Championships & Annual Awards Banquet – POSTPONED DATE TBD
April 24-26 – Western Canadian Team Championships – CANCELLED
May 8-9 – Gr. 7/8 School Team Championships – CANCELLED
May 23-24 – WWC Round Robin #4 – CANCELLED
While schools and community centres are closed, please check status of Winnipeg Winter Club, Prairie Badminton, and Rady JCC to see if you can still play/practice out of those private facilities.
Southman Open Tournament Cancelled
March 13, 2020
The tournament in Winkler and Carman this weekend has been cancelled due to concerns over the COVID-19 Virus. The schools have cancelled all after school and weekend activities.
2020 Yonex Southman Open
March 13, 2020
The tournament has been cancelled.
The final stop in the Rural Superseries is coming to Carman and Winkler March 14th and 15th. Register today.
2020 Yonex Southman Open
March 14 & 15th, 2020
March 14th: Garden Valley Collegiate and Northlands Parkway Collegiate (Winkler)
March 15th: Carmen Collegiate (Carman)
Categories & Events:
Open:Mens and Womens Singles, Mens and Womens Doubles, Mixed Doubles
U19/U17/U15: Boys and Girls Singles, Boys and Girls Doubles, Mixed Doubles
U13: Singles and Doubles (Boys, Girls and Mixed Combined) Full court
Eligibility:
U13 – Born in 2008 or later
U15 – Born in 2006 or later
U17 – Born in 2004 or later
U19 – Born in 2002 or later
Open – No age restrictions
Cost:
1 Event: $40
2 or 3 Events: $50
U13 Cost:
1 or 2 Events: $20
Contact Marj Niemi at marj@badminton.mb.ca to register U13
Participants must have an active current 2019/2020 season Regional membership.
(Membership purchase or upgrade is available at time of registration)
The competition will be conducted under the official rules of Badminton Canada.
Manual Registrations subject to a $10 admin fee. (Except for U13 Categories)
Late registrations are not guaranteed to be accepted,
however if they are accepted they will be subject to a $10 late fee & $10 manual fee,
& individuals may not be included in seeding.
Entry fees are payable on-line at the time of registration.
Registration Deadline:
Thursday March 5th @ 11:59 pm
Having trouble registering? Contact Marj Niemi at marj@badminton.mb.ca
Included in Tournament:
3 Matches/event, Shuttles, Referees. <eda;s fpr A Winner/Runner-Up, B/C/D Winner, Additional Prize for A Winner & Runner-up
Shuttles:
Yonex Mavis 350 Yellow Nylon
Draw Date:
Wednesday, March 11, 2020
Tournament Description:
This tournament was changed from the Eastman Open last year to reflect the change in Sport Manitoba Regions.
Previously held in Steinbach it has moved to Carmen and Winkler.
Regulations:
Refund Policy: Badminton Manitoba does not permit refunds of MBA Memberships or Tournament Registration Fees unless requests are accompanied by a medical note or immediate family crisis.
Availability: Players must make themselves available for the entirety of the event, and personal situations will not be taken into consideration for timing purposes.
Due to the speed of play being unpredictable, participants are asked to be ready well ahead of their posted schedule. It is ultimately the player’s responsibility to be present for the start of their match.
The tournament will enforce a strict 10-minute disqualification rule and 2-minute warm-up rule.
Clothing: Participants must have an indoor change of clothing and non-marking athletic shoes
Equipment: Participants must bring their own racquets
Volunteers: If you would like to volunteer at the draw desk, please contact Marj Niemi at marj@badminton.mb.ca
Coaching: Please complete your Respect in Sport Online Certification and hold an active membership with Badminton Manitoba
Approximate Schedule:
Winkler: Saturday 9:00 am – 9:00 pm Singles and Doubles
Carman: Sunday 9:00am Start Mixed Doubles
Each event will play until it is finished before starting the next event.
Age categories will be split up into either GVC or NPC based on registration #’s and trying to balance out the length of competition at each school; however the Open Category is guaranteed to be in NPC.
This is an approximate schedule and is subject to change depending on the number of entries in each event.
MBA Precautions for COVID-19 at MBA Events
March 12, 2020
Please review the response from the Manitoba Badminton Association Board of Directors regarding the COVID-19 Virus and the upcoming tournament and events in Manitoba.
The Manitoba Badminton Association will continue to monitor the situation with the COVID-19 Virus and how it relates to our upcoming local events. The MBA plans to work closely with the recommendations of our sport partners, Badminton Canada and Sport Manitoba as well as local and National health authorities.
At this time all Provincial level events are still planned to occur and event organizers continue to work hard to run these events. However, the situation is fluid and could change from day to day.
Right now the main recommendations from Health Authorities are to practice safe hygeine auch as consistent hand washing and to avoid touching around the face. The MBA will be requesting that all event organizers provide a suitable amount of hand sanitizer at events at this time.
We are asking that tournament participants take the following precautions:
- We encourage all players to minimize their time in the venue as much as possible. For example, leave the gym during breaks in matches and leave the gym when they are done competing for the day.
- We ask that all participants at the event use these 6 recommended steps to protect yourself from COVID 19
Badminton Canada’s position on COVID 19
- Badminton Canada takes the health and wellbeing of its athletes and stakeholders seriously.
- We share the global concerns related to the spread of the corona virus COVID-19.
- We have committed as an organization to trust and respect the opinions and directions of the World’s Health Organizations, including the Public Health Agency of Canada, the Canadian Government and the various provincial health authorities with jurisdiction over their own areas.
- We will continue to follow the advice and recommendations of these health leaders in determining Badminton Canada’s own measured response appropriate to Canada and our organization specifically.
- Our goal is to minimize the risk to our participants while continuing our operations in as close to a normal environment as possible.
- At this time, PHAC has assessed the public health risk associated with COVID-19 as low for the general population in Canada. There is an increased risk of more severe outcomes for Canadians contracting the virus who:
- are aged 65 and over
- have compromised immune systems
- have underlying medical conditions
- Canada’s pandemic goals, which are first, to minimize serious illness and overall deaths, and second to minimize societal disruption among Canadians.
- This approach will guide Canada’s response to COVID-19. This guidance considers the Canadian context and is based on currently available scientific evidence, expert opinion and public health assumptions.
- We will continue to follow their lead and respond to their recommendations.
Additional information on precautions for Manitobans can be found here: Manitoba Coronavirus
Alternate Options for Shaking Hands:
As a precationary measure, and to respect people’s comfort levels, Badminton Canada is suggesting players may use any of the following options to replace the normal post-match "handshake" while still offering a sign of respect to opponent(s):
- Elbow Bump
- Head Nod with Eye Contact
2020 Yonex Manitoba B & C Championships
March 11, 2020
Registration is now open for the Yonex B & C Championships being held April 4-5, 2020 at 17 Wing.
April 4-5, 2020
17 Wing Building 90
680 Whytewold Road
(Same link for Draws/Times/Results)
Registration Deadline: Thursday March 26, 2020 @ 11:59 pm
Events: Mens Singles, Womens Singles, Mens Doubles, Womens Doubles, Mixed Doubles
Format: 3 matches guaranteed
Eligibility: For full policy CLICK HERE
Participants must have an active current 2019/2020 season Regional membership.
(Membership purchase is available at time of registration)
The competition will be conducted under the official rules of Badminton Canada.
Manual Registrations subject to a $10 admin fee.
Late registrations are not guaranteed to be accepted,
however if they are accepted they will be subject to a $10 late fee & $10 manual fee,
& individuals may not be included in seeding.
Cost: $55.00 for 1, 2 or 3 events.
Entry fees are payable on-line at the time of registration.
Having trouble registering? Contact Marj Niemi at marj@badminton.mb.ca
Includes: Winner Prizes, Saturday Hot Lunch , Grazing, Bagel/Cream Cheese/Chocolate Breakfast Sunday, Shuttles and Referees
Approximate Schedule:
Saturday: 8:30 am Start Singles Followed by Doubles, then Mixed Doubles
Sunday: 8:30 am Start Possible Semi Finals, Finals
Tournament Description:
Come for a great atmosphere, lots of matches and a tournament that is full of fun and allows a players to play a tournament without having to compete against "A" players. It is hosted by 17 Wing Badminton Club who have been hosting this tournament for many years.
Winners of the B Finals will be recorded on the Provincial B Plaque.
Regulations:
Refund Policy: Badminton Manitoba does not permit refunds of MBA Memberships or Tournament Registration Fees unless requests are accompanied by a medical note or immediate family crisis.
Availability: Players must make themselves available for the entirety of the event, and personal situations will not be taken into consideration for timing purposes.
Due to the speed of play being unpredictable, participants are asked to be ready well ahead of their posted schedule. It is ultimately the player’s responsibility to be present for the start of their match.
The tournament will enforce a strict 10-minute disqualification rule and 2-minute warm-up rule.
Clothing: Participants must have an indoor change of clothing and non-marking athletic shoes
Equipment: Participants must bring their own racquets
Volunteers: If you would like to volunteer at the draw desk, please contact Marj Niemi at marj@badminton.mb.ca
Coaching: Please complete your Respect in Sport Online Certification and hold an active membership with Badminton Manitoba
Badminton Canada is Looking for A Communications and Sport Development Officer
March 4, 2020
Badminton in Canada is growing! Find out more about the new position!
Badminton Canada is seeking a Communications & Sport Development Officer who will be responsible for day to day communications activities under the direction of badminton Canada Events and Communications Manager, as well as the development and delivery of system alignment initiatives to ultimately grow the sport of badminton in Canada.
This position will focus on bringing alignment to key areas within Badminton Canada which includes:
Traditional and social media activities including content development;
Safe Sport activities and initiatives;
Coaching education development and registration program (NCCP);
Long Term Athlete Development (LTAD) pathway;
Membership support activities
Communications & content development
Working in a team environment, this position will be an integral part of a small and highly motivated team of professional staff and committed volunteers.
Read the full job description: English
Looking for Silent Auction Prizes for the Junior Banquet
February 26, 2020
The Junior Awards Banquet is coming up soon in conjunction with the MB Junior Provincial Closed Championships.
Each year we put together a silent auction for the junior players. We are looking for donations towards this auction. Donations can be anything large or small. They can be badminton related or not. Small items can be combined together to create a bigger prize. The more prizes we have available the nicer the silent auction will be.
Auction items can be dropped off at Prairie Badminton reception.
2020 Western Canadian Team Championships Criteria
February 26, 2020
The team selection criteria is now available for the 2020 WCTC.
The 2020 WCTC are being held in Winnipeg at Prairie Badminton April 24th – 26th.
The team selection will be done at the 2020 Yonex Manitoba Junior Provincials being held March 19 – 22 at Prairie Badminton.
The criteria for team selection has now been announced and can be found HERE.
2020 Yonex Summer Camps
February 21, 2020
Our 2020 lineup of summer camps is now available for registration!
2020 Yonex Summer Camps
Registration is now open for our MBA Summer Camp line up.
Back due to popularity is our All Girls Camp. A full week of lessons and fun with only female participants this camp was a huge success last summer.
Also back is our Para Badminton Camp. Para athletes have the opportunity to spend a full week learning and improving badminton skills in one of the newest para sports around.
New this year is our Badminton/Table Tennis camps. These camps will split the day into two where participants spend half the day learning and improving badminton skills and the other half of the day learning and improving table tennis skills. The table tennis portion is being offered through Table Tennis Manitoba who will be sending qualified instructors to the camp. Spend a week learning and improving two sports.
Also don’t forget our regular Summer Camps. These camps offer a full week of fun games and activities while helping your child improve their badminton skills. There are several weeks to choose from so it can fit into your summer plans.
More information about the camps can be found HERE
Registration for the camps are also on that link.
Spots are limited so register today!
2020 Yonex MB Junior Provincial Closed Championships & WCTC Tryouts
February 12, 2020
Registration is now open for the 2020 Yonex Junior Provincial Closed Championships. This will also be the tryouts for the WCTC being held Apr. 24-26th.
2020 Yonex Manitoba Junior
Provincial Closed Championships
March 19 – 22, 2020
Prairie Badminton
Unit 2 – 275 De Baets St. Winnipeg
(Same link for Draws, Times, Results)
Events:
U19/U17/U15/U13
Categories:
BS/GS/BD/GD/XD
U13 – Boys & Girls Combined for Singles and Doubles
Format:
Single Consolation (Guaranteed 2 matches/event)
Eligibility:
Permanent Manitoba Residents Only
U13 – Born in 2008 or later
U15 – Born in 2006 or later
U17 – Born in 2004 or later
U19 – Born in 2002 or later
Cost:
1 Event: $60
2 or 3 Events: $70
Participants must have an active current 2019/2020 season Provincial membership.
(Membership purchase or upgrade is available at time of registration)
The competition will be conducted under the official rules of Badminton Canada.
Manual Registrations subject to a $10 admin fee. (Except for U13 Categories)
Late registrations are not guaranteed to be accepted,
however if they are accepted they will be subject to a $10 late fee & $10 manual fee,
& individuals may not be included in seeding.
Entry fees are payable on-line at the time of registration.
Registration Deadline:
Thursday, March 12, 2020 @ 11:59 pm
Having trouble registering? Contact Marj Niemi at marj@badminton.mb.ca
Included in the Tournament:
Yonex Feather Shuttles, Souvenir, 1 Ticket to Junior Wind-Up & Awards Banquet, Winner Medals, Referees & Umpires
Additional Entry Tickets to Annual MBA Junior Banquet available for purchase ($20) during registration. These additional tickets are for parents, siblings, friends, etc. who are not registered in the tournament.
Draw Date:
Draws will be posted on Wednesday, March 18, 2020
Western Canadian Team Championships – Team Manitoba Selections
We will also be using this competition to select the team that will be competing at the 2020 Western Canadian Team Championships.
Team selection criteria can be found HERE.
Regulations:
Refund Policy: Badminton Manitoba does not permit refunds of MBA Memberships or Tournament Registration Fees unless requests are accompanied by a medical note or immediate family crisis.
Availability: Players must make themselves available for the entirety of the event, and personal situations will not be taken into consideration for timing purposes.
Due to the speed of play being unpredictable, participants are asked to be ready well ahead of their posted schedule. It is ultimately the player’s responsibility to be present for the start of their match.
The tournament will enforce a strict 10-minute disqualification rule and 2-minute warm-up rule.
Clothing: Participants must have an indoor change of clothing and non-marking athletic shoes
Equipment: Participants must bring their own racquets
Volunteers: If you would like to volunteer at the draw desk, please contact Marj Niemi at marj@badminton.mb.ca
Coaching: Please complete your Respect in Sport Online Certification and hold an active membership with Badminton Manitoba
Approximate Schedule:
Thursday: (locals only) 5:00pm – 9:00 pm (Singles)
Friday: 5:00 pm – 11:00 pm (Singles)
Saturday: 9:00 am – 6:00 pm (Doubles Followed by Mixed)
Junior Wind-Up & Awards Banquet: 6:00 pm @ Location TBD
Sunday: 9:00 am – 3:00 pm (Finals all Events – Starting with Remaining Semi-Finals if Needed)
TIMES ARE APPROXIMATE/ESTIMATED. PLEASE ALLOW FLEXIBILITY.
Now accepting donations to the Junior Wind-Up & Awards Banquet for the FREE SILENT AUCTION.
Tournament players will be given free tickets to enter in to win prizes!
BUT WE NEED YOUR DONATIONS!
Anything new will be accepted and can be combined with other accumulated prizes!
2020 Yonex MB Masters
February 12, 2020
The one tournament of the year for the 30+ players in the province is now open for registration.
2020 Yonex MB Masters
- March 20-21, 2020
- Prairie Badminton
- (Unit 2 – 275 De Baets St.)
Events: Mens Singles, Womens Singles, Mens Doubles, Mixed Doubles
Age Categories: 30+, 45+, 60+
Age categories with low entries may be combined with the next lower age catefory to guarantee more matches for the players.
Cost:
1 Event $45
2 or 3 Events $55
Having trouble registering? Contact Marj Niemi at marj@badminton.mb.ca
Participants must have an active current 2019/2020 season Regional membership.
(Membership purchase or upgrade is available at time of registration)
The competition will be conducted under the official rules of Badminton Canada.
Manual Registrations subject to a $10 admin fee.
Late registrations are not guaranteed to be accepted,
however if they are accepted they will be subject to a $10 late fee & $10 manual fee,
& individuals may not be included in seeding.
Entry fees are payable on-line at the time of registration.
Registration Deadline: Thursday, March 12,2020 @ 11:59pm
Includes:
3 Matches/Event, Souvenir bottle of wine, Yonex Feather Shuttles, Referee, and Manin Round Winner/Runner-Up Prizes.
Winners of 45+ are engraved on the Barry Ursell Trophy
Tournament Description:
Come out for a great atmosphere, plenty of matches and a tournament that is full of fun and excitement.
The only tournament in Manitoba that is exclusive to adults 30 years of age and older makes for a great social atmosphere.
Regulations:
Refund Policy: Badminton Manitoba does not permit refunds of MBA Memberships or Tournament Registration Fees unless requests are accompanied by a medical note or immediate family crisis.
Availability: Players must make themselves available for the entirety of the event, and personal situations will not be taken into consideration for timing purposes.
Due to the speed of play being unpredictable, participants are asked to be ready well ahead of their posted schedule. It is ultimately the player’s responsibility to be present for the start of their match.
The tournament will enforce a strict 10-minute disqualification rule and 2-minute warm-up rule.
Clothing: Participants must have an indoor change of clothing and non-marking athletic shoes
Equipment: Participants must bring their own racquets
Volunteers: If you would like to volunteer at the draw desk, please contact Marj Niemi at marj@badminton.mb.ca
Coaching: Please complete your Respect in Sport Online Certification and hold an active membership with Badminton Manitoba
Approximate Schedule:
Friday: 7:00 pm Start time
Saturday: 9:00 am Start time
Events will be completed before moving on to the next event (Singles, Followed by Doubles, Followed by Mixed).
2020 Yonex Norman Open
February 12, 2020
Stop number three in the Rural Superseries travels to the north. Register today and come see the hospitality in the north!
2020 Yonex Norman Open
- March 7-9, 2020
- Westwood School
- (46 Mallard Crescent, Thompson MB)
Categories & Events:
Open: Mens and Womens Singles, Mens and Womens Doubles, Mixed Doubles
U19/U17/U15: Boys and Girls Singles, Boys and Girls Doubles, Mixed Doubles
Eligibility:
U15 – Born in 2006 or later
U17 – Born in 2004 or later
U19 – Born in 2002 or later
Open – No age restrictions
Cost:
1 Event: $30.00
2 or 3 Events: $45.00
Having trouble registering? Contact Marj Niemi at marj@badminton.mb.ca
Participants must have an active current 2019/2020 season Regional membership.
(Membership purchase or upgrade is available at time of registration)
The competition will be conducted under the official rules of Badminton Canada.
Manual Registrations subject to a $10 admin fee.
Late registrations are not guaranteed to be accepted,
however if they are accepted they will be subject to a $10 late fee & $10 manual fee,
& individuals may not be included in seeding.
Entry fees are payable on-line at the time of registration.
Registration Deadline:
Thursday, February 27, 2020 @ 11:59 pm
Included in Tournament:
3 matches/event, souvenir, shuttles, referees, medals
Shuttles:
Yonex Mavis 350 Yellow Nylon
Draw Date:
Draws will be posted online Wednesday, March 4th, 2020
Tournament Description
This is the 6th year in a row that this tournament has run. The only MBA sanctioned badminton tournament in Northern Manitoba.
Adult or junior don’t miss your chance to participate in the MBA’s only badminton tournament offered in Norther Manitoba!
Winners of the Adult category get their names on the Norman Open Trophy created for this tournament.
Honoring the Late David Ross
- 2010 MASRC Aboriginal Coach of the Year Award
- 2013 Badminton Manitoba Coaching Achievement Award
- Husband & Father
David Ross was a passionate father, teacher and leader in the community of God’s Lake Narrows, using badminton as a tool to give kids the opportunity to develop healthy habits, learn respect, work ethic, dedication and sportsmanship.
God’s Lake Narrows being a fly-in community for the majority of the year meant that David was often fundraising to pay for his athletes to attend tournaments in Winnipeg, Thompson, Fort Frances, and elsewhere. He also brought his athletes to tryouts for Power Smart Manitoba Winter Games, Summer Camps in Winnipeg and other training opportunities available to his kids. David would accompany his team on most trips as well.
For David’s leadership in the community of sport of Badminton, the Manitoba Badminton Association and its Board of Directors would like to present the following award each year at the Norman Open:
David Ross Excellence Award
1 award will be given annually to the junior athlete that exhibits the following characteristics: Hard Work, Sportsmanship, Fair Play & Positive Attitude
Regulations:
Refund Policy: Badminton Manitoba does not permit refunds of MBA Memberships or Tournament Registration Fees unless requests are accompanied by a medical note or immediate family crisis.
Availability: Players must make themselves available for the entirety of the event, and personal situations will not be taken into consideration for timing purposes.
Due to the speed of play being unpredictable, participants are asked to be ready well ahead of their posted schedule. It is ultimately the player’s responsibility to be present for the start of their match.
The tournament will enforce a strict 10-minute disqualification rule and 2-minute warm-up rule.
Clothing: Participants must have an indoor change of clothing and non-marking athletic shoes
Equipment: Participants must bring their own racquets
Volunteers: If you would like to volunteer at the draw desk, please contact Marj Niemi at marj@badminton.mb.ca
Coaching: Please complete your Respect in Sport Online Certification and hold an active membership with Badminton Manitoba
Approximate Schedule:
Friday: 5:00pm Singles
Saturday: 9:00 am Continuation of Singles, Doubles, Mixed Doubles
Sunday: 9:00 am Continuation of Mixed Doubles
Each event will play until it is finished before starting the next event.
This is an approximate schedule and is subject to change depending on number of entries in each event.
Tournament Hotel and Sponsor:
Tournament rate: $138.00 plus taxes
Call: 1-204-778-6000
Quote: Norman Open Badminton Tournament
2020 Yonex Eastman Open
February 12, 2020
The second stop in our Rural Superseries tour is the Eastman Open in Selkirk! Register today!
2020 Yonex Eastman Open
February 21 – 23, 2020
Lord Selkirk Regional Secondary School
(Mercy St. Selkirk)
and
East Selkirk Middle School
Categories & Events:
Open: Mens and Womens Singles, Mens and Womens Doubles, Mixed Doubles
U19/U17/U15: Boys and Girls Singles, Boys and Girls Doubles, Mixed Doubles
U13: Singles and Doubles (Boys, Girls and Mixed Combined)
Eligibility:
U13 – Born in 2008 or later
U15 – Born in 2006 or later
U17 – Born in 2004 or later
U19 – Born in 2002 or later
Open – No age restrictions
Cost:
1 Event: $35.00
2 or 3 Events: $50.00
U13 Cost:
1 Event: $20.00
2 or 3 Events: $35.00
Contact Marj Niemi at marj@badminton.mb.ca to register U13
Participants must have an active current 2019/2020 season Regional membership.
(Membership purchase or upgrade is available at time of registration)
The competition will be conducted under the official rules of Badminton Canada.
Manual Registrations subject to a $10 admin fee. (Except for U13 Categories)
Late registrations are not guaranteed to be accepted,
however if they are accepted they will be subject to a $10 late fee & $10 manual fee,
& individuals may not be included in seeding.
Entry fees are payable on-line at the time of registration.
Registration Deadline:
Thursday, February 13th @ 11:59 pm
Having trouble registering? Contact Marj Niemi at marj@badminton.mb.ca
Included in Tournament:
3 Matches/event, Small Souvenir, Referees, Prizes, Shuttles
Shuttles:
Yonex Mavis 350 Yellow Nylon
Draw Date:
Draws will be posted online Wednesday, February 19, 2020
Tournament Description:
Changed last year from the Interlake Open, the Eastman Open reflects the change in Sport Manitoba Regions.
This year’s tournament will be held at East Selkirk Middle School and Selkirk Regional Secondary School.
Who will have their name added to the Eastman Open trophy?
Regulations:
Refund Policy: Badminton Manitoba does not permit refunds of MBA Memberships or Tournament Registration Fees unless requests are accompanied by a medical note or immediate family crisis.
Availability: Players must make themselves available for the entirety of the event, and personal situations will not be taken into consideration for timing purposes.
Due to the speed of play being unpredictable, participants are asked to be ready well ahead of their posted schedule. It is ultimately the player’s responsibility to be present for the start of their match.
The tournament will enforce a strict 10-minute disqualification rule and 2-minute warm-up rule.
Clothing: Participants must have an indoor change of clothing and non-marking athletic shoes
Equipment: Participants must bring their own racquets
Volunteers: If you would like to volunteer at the draw desk, please contact Marj Niemi at marj@badminton.mb.ca
Coaching: Please complete your Respect in Sport Online Certification and hold an active membership with Badminton Manitoba
Approximate Schedule:
ESMS: Friday: 4:30 pm – 11:00 pm Singles
Saturday: 9:00 am – 7:00 pm Continuation of Singles, followed by Doubles
LSRSS: Friday: 6:30 pm – 11:00 pm Singles
Saturday: 9:00 am – 7:00 pm Continuation of Singles, followed by Doubles
Sunday: 9:00 am – 3:00 pm Mixed Doubles
Each event will play until it is finished before starting the next event.
U13, U15 events will be at East Selkirk Middle School
U19, Open events will be at Selkirk Regional Secondary School
U17 Events will probably be at ESMS but may change depending on number of entries
Mixed events in all age categories will be at Selkirk Regional Secondary School
This is an approximate schedule and is subject to change depending on number of entries in each event.
Spring Break Camps Available @ WWC & Prairie Badminton
February 10, 2020
Sign Up Now for Early Bird Discounts
Conveniently right before your school badminton season!
CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO
Sport Manitoba Coaching Courses
February 5, 2020
The coaching course list for the spring are now available for registration.
Sport Manitoba Coaching is excited to announce the 2020 Spring NCCP and non-NCCP course schedule. For more information, and to register for a course, please visit our wevsite throught the link below. More course dates and locations across the province will be added in 2020
https://www.sportmanitoba.ca/coaching/news-events/
February 1, 2020 Core Master Coach Developer Training
February 7, 2020 In-class Make Ethical Decisions
February 8, 2020 Planning a Practice
February 16, 2020 Core Learning Facilitator Training
February 23, 2020 Developing Athletic Abilities
March 1, 2020 Leading Drug-Free Sport
March 11 & 12, 2020 Coaching and Leading Effectively (Brandon, MB)**
March 15, 2020 Online Make ethical Decisions
April 3 & 4, 2020 Design a Basic Sport Program, Basic Mental Skills, and Teachiing and Learning**
April 8, 2020 Managing Conflict
April 14 & 16, 2020 Psychology of Performance
May 9, 2020 Prevention and Recovery
** Participants must attend both days to receive credit for course.
WWC Round Robin #3
February 5, 2020
It’s time to register for the next installment of the WWC Round Robin tournaments.
NOTE: Change in Date
Tournament is February 29 – March 1, 2020
2020 WWC
Round Robin Tournament #3
February 29th – March 1st, 2020
Winnipeg Winter Club
200 River Avenue
Winnipeg MB R3L 0B2
204-45-3311 Ext. 118
(Same link for Draws/Times/Results)
Events:
Mens Doubles, Womens Doubles, Mixed Doubles
Categories:
A, B, and C
Guide for Choosing Your Calibre of Play:
A-Consistently finish in A draws in Provincial Tournaments or in Top 20 Rankings
B-Consistently finish in B draws in Provincial Tournament or in Top 40 Rankings
C-Consistently finish in C or D draws in Provincial Tournaments, below Top 40 Rankings
All events require a minimum of 4 entries or they will be combined with the other draw(s) to produce a large enough draw to run.
All registered participants of the small entried event will be called to see if they are still interested in participating or would like a reimbursement of fees.
Cost:
1 Event-$50 (GST Included)
2 Events-$60 (GST Included)
Entry fees are payable on-line at the time of registration.
Eligibility:
Participants must have an active current 2019/2020 season Provincial or National membership.
The competition will be conducted under the official rules of Badminton Canada.
Registration Deadline:
February 20, 2020 @ 11:59 pm
Late entries will be accepted but individuals may not be included in seeding.
Draw Date: Draws will be posted on Wednesday February 26, 2020
Tournament Rules:
Round robin format.
21-Rally Point scoring format will be utilized
Two minute warm-up and ten minute default will be strictly enforced.
Refund Policy:
Badminton Manitoba does not permit refunds of MBA Memberships or Tournament Registration Fees unless requests are accompanied by a medical note or immediate family crisis.
Availability:
Players must make themselves available for the entirety of the event, and personal situations will not be taken into consideration for timing purposes.
Approximate Schedule:
Saturday – 9:00 am start
Sunday – 9:00 am: Any remaining mixed matches, group crossovers and finals
Prizes:
Awarded to winner, and finalists
2020 Yonex Pal Chawla MB Junior Open
February 5, 2020
Draws are now posted.
2020 Yonex Pal Chawla MB Junior Open
- Thursday February 6 – Sunday February 9, 2020
- Winnipeg Winter Club
- 200 River Avenue
- Winnipeg MB
(Same link for Draws/Results)
Categories and Events:
U19/U17/U15 – Boys and Girls Singles, Boys and Girls Doubles, Mixed Doubles
U13 – Singles and Doubles (Gender combined)
Eligibility:
U19 – Born 2002 or later
U17 – Born 2004 or later
U15 – Born 2006 or later
U13 – Born 2008 or later.
Participants must have an active current 2019/2020 season Provincial or National membership.
(Membership purchase or upgrade is available at time of registration)
The competition will be conducted under the official rules of Badminton Canada.
Cost:
$50.00 – 1 event
$60.00 – 2 or 3 events
Manual Registrations subject to a $10 admin fee.
Late registrations are not guaranteed to be accepted, however if they are accepted they will be subject to a $10 late fee & $10 manual fee, & individuals may not be included in seeding.
Entry fees are payable on-line at the time of registration.
Registration Deadline:
Thursday January 30, 2020 @ 11:59 pm
Having problems registering? Contact Marj at marj@badminton.mb.ca
Included in Tournament:
Tournament Souvenir, Feather Shuttles, Medals, Saturday Lunch, Referees and Umpires, Livescore for Finals
Shuttles: Yonex Feather Shuttles will be used.
Draw Date:
Draws will be posted online Wednesday, February 5, 2020
Tournament Description:
The Manitoba Junior Open is the first of two junior provincial championships in the year. "Open" refers to the tournament’s policy on allowing players who are not permanent residents of Manitoba to attend. This tournament always attracts players from all over Manitoba, however sometimes players will come from Ontario and/or Saskatchewan to compete as well.
The tournament was named after Pal Chawla in 2011 following his retirement due to his illustrious career as the Head Badminton Pro at Winnipeg Winter Club for 40 years. Since then Pal Chawla has been inducted into the Badminton Canada Hall of Fame and can be seen around the Winter Club mingling with friends.
Regulations:
Refund Policy: Badminton Manitoba does not permit refunds of MBA Memberships or Tournament Registration Fees unless requests are accompanied by a medical note or immediate family crisis.
Availability:
Players must make themselves available for the entirety of the event, and personal situations will not be taken into consideration for timing purposes.
Players who live more than 100km outside of Winnipeg will not be required to play on Thursday.
Due to the speed of play being unpredictable, participants are asked to be ready a minimum of 45 minutes prior to their posted match. It is ultimately the player’s responsibilityto be present for the start of their match.
The tournament will enforce a strict 10-minute disqualification rule and 2-minute warm-up rule.
Clothing: Participants must have an indoor change of clothing and non-marking athletic shoes
Equipment: Participants must bring their own racquets
Volunteers: If you would like to volunteer at the draw desk, please contact Elliott Beals at badmintonpro@winnipegwinterclub.com
Coaching: Only coaches and players are allowed on the field of play. Coaches must present their valid Badminton Manitoba Membership and Respect In Sport Certification to receive a coaching badge. Only 2 coaches allowed per court, and coaches must sit on the same side as their athletes if on the field of play.
Approximate Schedule of Play:
All times may vary based on match lengths. Please be aware that matchs may be played earlier or later than scheduled and that athletes are expected to be ready to play.
Thursday: 5:30pm – Boys and Girls Singles
(Players living an hour or more outside of Winnipeg will have their singles matches deferred to Friday)
Friday: 5:00pm – Boys and Girls Singles
Saturday: 9:00am – Boys Doubles, Girls Doubles, Mixed Doubles
Sunday: 9:00am – Finals (Main rounds and Consolation)
Spring Break All Girls Training Camp
February 4, 2020
Training with Top Female Coaches!
Daily Special Training Events including Nutrition, Strength & Conditioning, & Guest Speaker!
March 30 – April 3 @ Prairie Badminton (275 De Baets St, Unit 2, Wpg MB)
Ages 12-17
Detailed Schedule:
Monday: 6:00pm – 7:30pm Badminton Skills, Drills and Games
7:30pm – 8:30pm Interactive Nutrition Session with Jorie Janzen: http://joriejanzen.ca/
Tuesday: 6:00pm – 7:30pm Badminton Skills, Drills and Games
7:30pm – 8:30pm: Strength & Conditioning with Madi @ Highlight Reel Performance: https://www.fitnessrevolutionstboniface.com/
Wednesday: 6:00pm – 8:00pm: Badminton Skills, Drills, and Games
8:00pm – 8:30pm: Guest Speaker Olympic Gold Medalist Jill Officer: https://olympic.ca/team-canada/jill-officer/
Thursday: 6:00pm – 7:30pm: Badminton Skills, Drills, and Games
7:30pm – 8:30pm: Strength & Conditioning with Madi @ Highlight Reel Performance: https://www.fitnessrevolutionstboniface.com/
Friday: 6:00pm – 7:30pm: Badminton Skills, Drills, and Games
7:30pm-8:30pm: Interactive Nutrition Session with Jorie Janzen: http://joriejanzen.ca/
Investment: $125 $75 (plus GST & online transaction fees)
* Please note that all participants need to purchase an Individual Regional Membership ($10.50) before participating.
Memberships can be purchased at: http://www.badminton.mb.ca/page/18214/Individual-Memberships
Limited Spots Available
Register Soon
Photos from Canadian Nationals and ParaNationals
January 31, 2020
Thanks to Orlando Athayde there are great photos of this week’s action at the National and ParaNational championship.
Brian Yang in action!
CLICK HERE to view the phots.
These photos are also availbale for downloading. Thanks Orlando!
Nationals Livestream!
January 29, 2020
Nationals and Para Nationals is held in Winnipeg MB this week at Prairie Badminton and you can watch the entire event from your couch!
https://www.youtube.com/user/BadmintonCanada/featured
Want to watch in person? Visit www.winnipeg2020.com for more info!
2020 Western Canadian Team Championships
January 22, 2020
2020 Western Canadian Team Championships are being hosted at Prairie Badminton here in Winnipeg
April 24-26.
Details on making the team are to be released in early February.
The tryouts will be 2020 Yonex Junior Provincial Championships being held March 19 – 22, 2020 at Prairie Badminton.
Keep watching for more details.
Photos From Yonex Westman Open
January 22, 2020
Photos from the Westman Open are available for downloading.
Photos were taken during the weekend by Orlando Athayde.
They are available free for downloading at: https://flic.kr/s/aHsmKRHmCQ
Phil Allard Memorial Doubles Tournament
January 20, 2020
Monday Feb 17th (Louis Riel Day)
Hosted at Prairie Badminton by Margie Koehler and Ian Clara
Registration Deadline: Wed Feb 12th @ 5pm
https://www.facebook.com/groups/798538606956627/
To Register:
Email and send E-Transfer to Margie Koehler at mcmk1976@gmail.com
PLEASE INCLUDE: Full Name, Partners Names, Events Entering, Shirt Size, DOB, Phone #, and Email Address
2020 Phil Allard Memorial Doubles Tournament
January 8, 2020
Registration is open for the Phil Allard Memorial Doubles Tournament being held Monday February 17th.
The Phil Allard Memorial Doubles Tournament
- Hosted by Margie Koehler and Ian Clara along with
- Prairie Badminton and Victor
- Monday February 17th
- Louis Riel Day
- Prairie Badminton
Unit2 275 De Baets St.
Winnipeg MB
Registration Deadline:
Wednesday February 12, 2020 at 5:00 pm
Events:
Mens Doubles, Ladies Doubles, Mixed Doubles
Tournament Format: ABCD Drop down
Cost:
$45.00
Entry payment can be sent by etransfer to Margie at mcmk1976@gmail.com with the password badminton
When entering please include your partner’s names, t-shirt size and a contact phone number.
Included in Tournament:
T-shirt, feather shuttles, 3 matches per event, prizes for winners and runner-ups
Matches start at 9:00 am Monday February 17th
For more information please contact:
Margie at: mcmk1976@gmail.com (204-955-4325) or
Ian at: ian.clara@yahoo.ca (204-330-5355)
Check out our Facebook page for the latest information: facebook.com/groups/798538606956627/
The tournament is open to all ages and skill levels.
Hope to see everyone out to this super fun event in our city’s amazing new badminton facility!
About the Tournament:
Phil Allard began his badminton career many years ago, where he quickly became one of the best players in the Province.
Phil ended his last year as a Junior in 1993 with a Triple Crown win at the Manitoba Junior Open.
He continued to play as a Senior competitor, before moving on to become one of the top National players, pairing up with partners the likes of Olympian Anna Rice.
Phil also contributed off the court chairing the committee for Junior Nationals held in Winnipeg in 1994 and more recently as Treasurer for Badminton Alberta.
In addition to playing badminton Phil was a force to be reckoned with on the tennis and squash courts and anything else he set his mind to try.
Always the competitive type – he was also the most modest, and always had a smile for everyone.
Phil was killed in 2008 along with friends and colleagues, in a plane crash in Alberta.
He will be fondly remembered for his great love of laughter and life.
Phillipe Allard
May 13th, 1974 – March 28th, 2008
We are Hiring
January 8, 2020
We are looking for an Executive Director here at Badminton Manitoba.
The Executive Director is a full time, salaried position that oversees the MBA operations.
The person hired for the position reports to and works under the guidelines and policies set by the volunteer Board of Directors.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and energetic person to fill the position.
Full details on the job can be found HERE.
Resumes/Applications can be forwarded to bod@badminton.mb.ca
Application deadline is January 31, 2020.
Duties/Responsibilities will begin February 24, 2020.
Are you the person to help guide the development of Badminton Manitoba in the future?