Coaching is the most challenging area when it comes to gender equity in badminton. However, a recent BWF Level 1 Coaching Course in Melbourne smashed the targets for female representation. While the International Olympic Committee and Badminton World Federation strive for 30% female representation across programme areas, Badminton Oceania is also committed to strengthening gender…
Pictured: Robbie Thackham (bottom right) joins fellow coached for virtual graduation Badminton Oceania’s Coaching and Development Manager, Robbie Thackham, was among the group of graduates who recently completed the pilot of the Coach Education Level 3 Course. He joined other coaches from Europe and Asia to attend the BWF’s first “virtual graduation” activities, recognising the…
Every athlete has the right to compete in clean and fair sport. Doping is one of many threats to the integrity of sport. The decisions made by players, coaches and technical officials today will affect badminton’s future. Their actions need to protect the integrity of badminton. As of 1 January 2021, there are some important…
Last week, fifteen youngsters from Tonga, Samoa, Fiji and the Cook Islands travelled to Auckland to take part in the Pacific Development Squad training camp. While the aspiring players were taking part in various on and off court sessions, six team managers and coaches accompanied the teenagers and took part in the BWF Level 1…
Eight Oceania development players from Australia and New Zealand have had their tournament and training campaign in Indonesia finish on a positive note.
Badminton New Zealand held a Shuttle Time Conference on Friday 2 December, followed by Coaching Conference over the weekend 3-4 December hosted by Wellington Badminton.
In partnership with the local hosts of three world events in 2016 and 2017, the BWF is hosting a coaches conference alongside the event.
Five New Zealand Coaches: Peter Jensen, Robbie Thackham, Brent Miller, Fanny Megahwati and Tracey Hallam, have achieved their BWF Level II qualification and the BWF Level I Tutor qualification…
Badminton Oceania is pleased to announce the appointment of Robbie Thackham as our Coaching and Development Manager
New Zealand coach Peter Jensen ran his expert eye over Badminton Oceania’s Pacific Player Development Camp as it entered its second day on Sunday.