Badminton Australia (BA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Josh Neil as the new National Performance Manager.
With a proven track record in high-performance badminton and a passion for athlete development, Josh will oversee the delivery of BA’s Junior Falcons program, in addition to supporting the broader HP strategy.
Josh brings a wealth of experience to this role, having previously led the Badminton Scotland National Junior Pathway where he successfully guided athletes through the crucial development stages of their careers. His efforts resulted in significant successes, including a medal at both the U15 and U19 2024 European Junior Championships.
“The team at Badminton Australia has a clear vision of what badminton success looks like and I can’t wait to contribute to this goal by collaborating with the athletes, coaches and key stakeholders,” Josh said.
“The passion and ambition of the entire BA team is what attracted me to the role, and I look forward to learning more about the performance system and culture in the coming months.”
A former Scottish Senior National Squad athlete, Josh has an in-depth understanding of the demands of competitive badminton. He also holds a MSC in Sport Performance Coaching and a BA (Hons) in Sports Coaching and Development. His extensive coaching qualifications, including a UKCC Level 3 Certification, further solidify his ability to drive excellence within BA.
“We are thrilled to have Josh join us at such a pivotal time for BA, as we aim to strengthen our programs through our What It Takes To Win (WITTW) and High-Performance Strategy, which includes ambitious performance objectives for LA 2028 and Brisbane 2032,” said BA CEO Tjitte Weistra.
“His experience, leadership, and commitment to developing athletes will be crucial in helping us achieve our high-performance objectives, and we are excited to see the positive impact he will have on our athletes and coaches.”
Josh will commence in the role on 9 June, 2025.
