Finals day of the Northern Marianas International 2025 did not disappoint. In an action-packed day, some players soared to victory, while others were forced to grapple with falling just short of their goals. Nevertheless, the excitement of hosting a tournament with such high quality players was palpable throughout the Gilbert C. Ada gymnasium. With three…
DetailsWith only two matches standing between players and the Northern Marianas International 2025 finals, the stakes were high today in Saipan. Between the gruelling three-game matches and emotional comebacks, the quarter finals and semi finals were not short on excitement. Here’s your daily recap: QUARTER FINALS First up were the mixed doubles. Australia’s Jayden Lim…
DetailsDay 3 of the Northern Marianas International showcased some of the best badminton the tournament has on offer. After 39 matches and several hours, we finally found our quarter finalists. Here’s your daily recap: Mixed Doubles New Zealand’s Raphael Deloy and Yanxi Liu and their opponents from across the Tasman, Phillip Halim and Faye Huo…
DetailsDay two of the Northern Marianas International 2025 proved to be filled with gruelling matches, decisive victories, and new opportunities. For many junior Oceania players, they witnessed a higher level of competition that ever before. As the courts continue to heat up, players will continue to put their all on the line for Northern Marianas…
DetailsThe newest grade three tournament in Oceania, the Northern Marianas International 2025, kicked off today in Saipan. After a week of competition between the up-and-coming stars of Oceania, our Pacific players will face talents from across Asia and Pan-Am. On the first day, men’s and women’s singles took to the court. Some were riding the…
DetailsAs the final shuttle dropped and the cheers echoed through the arena, the curtain closed on an unforgettable day of badminton. The VICTOR Oceania Junior Championships 2025 finals brought the fiercest of competition and some very deserving champions. Here’s your finals day recap. Women’s Singles In the first match of the day, Faye Huo (AUS)…
DetailsAfter 10 intense matches on the courts, we finally found our VICTOR Oceania Junior Championships 2025 finalists. With everything on the line, players gave it their all in hope of reaching the final. Here is your recap of the semi finals. Mixed Doubles In the first match of the day, Australia’s Shrey Dhand and Mimi…
DetailsWith day 2 of the VICTOR Oceania Junior Championships 2025 done and dusted, we are one step closer to finding our champions. Heart-stopping moments and roaring cheers filled the Gilbert C. Ada Gym in Saipan today, with players putting everything on the line for glory. Here’s the highlights of today’s action: Round of 16 The…
DetailsWith glory on the line, Oceania’s top junior talent put their best foot forward on the court on day 1 of the VICTOR Oceania Junior Championships 2025. While most results went as expected, one surprise did shake things up, adding an extra layer of excitement to an already intense tournament. From the first serve to…
DetailsBetween the high-anticipated Trans-Tasman clash, the battle of local rivals, and old competitors facing each other, day three of the VICTOR Oceania Junior Mixed Team Championships was thrilling! Champions were crowned and barriers were broken. Here’s the rundown. Australia vs New Zealand The gold medal match did not disappoint. Australia versus New Zealand always proves…
DetailsThe Australian Falcons are flying high into the VICTOR Oceania Junior Championships 2025. Set to kick off on Sunday, 8 June in Saipan, Northern Marianas, the young team from down under is a force to be reckoned with. The number one seeds, the team is stacked with players full of experience in high-level competition. On…
DetailsIt’s championship week and team Guam is ready to compete for the VICTOR Oceania Junior Mixed Team title. With a mix of newcomers and experienced players, the Guam squad has a unique advantage over some of its competitors in Saipan. Four of their players – Chen Yang Hu, Allan Zeng, Kristine Deng, and Yu Xuan…
DetailsAs the VICTOR Oceania Junior Mixed Team Championship quickly approaches in Saipan, Northern Marianas, the Cook Islands team is preparing for their arrival with quiet confidence and a growing sense of purpose. Representing one of the region’s smaller nations, this squad brings both experience and a hunger to compete at a higher level. The experience…
DetailsThe seeds are in and the heirarchy is set — at least on paper. With some noteworthy placements and rising stars cracking the top ranks, the Northern Marianas International 2025 is shaping up to be a tournament defined as much by surprises as by favourites. Kicking off on 17 June, the five days of action…
DetailsThis year’s Tahiti team for VOJC is no stranger is medals. Hunting their first Oceania Junior Mixed Team title in Saipan next month, their players have won various Pacific gold medals over the last three years. Five members of their squad were part of the winning U17 Pacific Invitational team in Geelong in 2024. Those…
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