From humble beginnings to international recognition, the Northern Marianas Badminton Association (NMBA) has shown that passion and dedication can lead to remarkable achievements. Shortlisted for their “TakeCare Public School System Interscholastic Badminton League” in the prestigious BWF Membership Grant Impact award, their journey is a testament to the power of perseverance. Making strides in promoting…
The Badminton World Federation (BWF) awarded Jane Wheatley the prestigious Distinguished Service Award. This award recognises her long-standing dedication and outstanding service to badminton at the international level. Jane’s Journey in Badminton Jane’s badminton officiating career began in Western Australia. After rising through the ranks in the region, her career took a huge step…
At the Badminton Oceania Annual General Meeting on Thursday, 24 April, the 2024 Heather Robson Award recipient was announced. This prestigious award, which recognises an individual’s outstanding contribution to the promotion and development of badminton in the Oceania region, was awarded to Johanna Kou from New Caledonia. An Award 20 Years In The Making Johanna’s…
At the BWF AGM in Chengdu, China Northern Marianas Badminton was announced as the winner of the 2023 BWF Member Association Participation Award; the first time this award has been won by an Oceania Member; highlighting the progress which has been by this small country in Micronesia on the back of hosting two International Challenge…
Badminton runs through the veins of Badminton Oceania’s Secretary General. We are proud that at the Badminton NZ Annual General Meeting over the weekend Julie Carrel was awarded a Badminton New Zealand Life Membership. The following is an exert from the nomination for Julie’s award. Julie has been involved in many roles throughout her badminton…
Nadia was the BOC Development Manager for 13 years (2010 – 2023) ) during this time overseeing a lot of change and development of the sport particularly in the Pacific. During her time in the role she introduced the BWF schools Shuttle Time programme to the region which has been a game changer as it…