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Youth Olympic Games Selection – DAKAR 2026

Youth Olympic Games Selection – DAKAR 2026

The 2026 Summer Youth Olympic Games will be held in Dakar, Senegal from the 31st October – 13th November 2026. This marks the first time that an African country will host an Olympic event. 

Badminton is listed in the competition program along with 24 other sports, and two athletes have been selected to represent Australia on court. A huge congratulations to Smrithi Adepu and Om Neelam for being selected to represent Australia at this prestigious event.  

Leanne Choo, Badminton Australia Head Coach, spoke proudly of the two young players: “Both athletes have been performing well this season, with Om winning the 2026 YONEX Australian U19 Mens Singles National title this year we’re excited to see what he brings to the world’s stage, and similarly we’re keen to see Smrithi build on her recent international podium successes in Europe this month.”  

“Getting selected for the Youth Olympics this year was definitely a huge goal of mine for a while, I’m really happy and grateful to have the opportunity to play on one of the biggest world stages. I’m very determined to prepare and perform as well as I can to make Australia proud!”

– Smrithi Adepu 

“Representing Australia at the Youth Olympics is a huge honour, and I’m very proud to have the opportunity to compete at this level. It also motivates me to work even harder and make the most of this experience.”

– Om Neelam 

Badminton Australia wishes both athletes good luck as they prepare to compete at the games.  

For more information on Dakar 2026, visit the Australian Olympic Committee (AOC) website: https://www.olympics.com.au/

To view the pathway and selection criteria for the Youth Olympics and other major representative events, visit the performance policies & selection page on our website: https://www.badminton.org.au/performance-policies-selection/ 

Badminton Australia Announces 2026 Junior Falcons Selections and World Junior Championships Team

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Friday 7 August 2026

Badminton Australia Announces 2026 Junior Falcons Selections and World Junior Championships Team

Badminton Australia has confirmed the latest selections for the Junior Falcons Program and the Australian team that will compete at the BWF World Junior Championships in Cairo, Egypt, from 5-17 October 2026. The selections were made by the Badminton Australia Selectors Panel in accordance with the national athlete selection policy.

Junior Falcons Selections

Following outstanding performances at the Australian Under 15 and Under 19 National Championships, three athletes have secured automatic selection into the Junior Falcons Program:

  • Yee Bo Leow (Ming Badminton Academy, Victoria) – Winner, U15 Boys Singles.
  • Nicholas Ung (Rise Badminton Academy, Victoria) – Winner, U19 Men’s Doubles.
  • Wayne Xuan (Ming Badminton Academy, Victoria) – Finalist, U19 Men’s Singles.

In addition, Wanjiao Luo of Pro Badminton Academy, Victoria, claimed the U15 Girls Singles title but is not yet eligible for inclusion in the Junior Falcons Program due to the minimum age requirement of 14 years.

Further selections into the program outside of the above auto-selections will be considered in December.

World Junior Championships – Cairo, Egypt, 5-17 October 2026

Badminton Australia has also announced the athletes selected to represent Australia at the 2026 BWF World Junior Championships in Cairo.

Women’s Team

  • Faye Huo (NBC, NSW)
  • Jesslyn Carissia (NBC, NSW)
  • Smrithi Adepu (EBA, Victoria)
  • Victoria Tjonadi (Roketto, NSW)

Men’s Team

  • Om Neelam (Rise Badminton Academy, Victoria)
  • Chen Qiu (ASCOR Performance Pathway, Victoria)
  • Wayne Xuan (Ming Badminton Academy, Victoria)
  • Rishi Boopathy (Roketto, NSW)

Coaching and team management appointments will be confirmed at a later date.

Building the Future of Australian Badminton

The selected athletes represent some of Australia’s most promising young badminton talent and will have the opportunity to compete against the world’s best junior players when the championships take place in Egypt this October. The event provides an important platform for athlete development and international experience as Badminton Australia continues to strengthen its high-performance pathway.

Badminton Australia acknowledges and thanks Yonex for its valued support as the official sponsor of the 2026 BWF World Junior Championships team. Yonex’s ongoing partnership plays an important role in supporting Australia’s emerging athletes as they compete on the international stage.

Congratulations to all athletes selected for the Junior Falcons Program and the 2026 World Junior Championships team. Badminton Australia wishes the players, coaches and support staff every success in their preparations for the upcoming international campaign.

2027 BWF World Senior Championships Eligibility Information – Australian Players

Australia will proudly host the 2027 BWF World Senior Championships in Geelong, Victoria, from 28 November to 5 December 2027. As preparations continue for this significant international event, Badminton Australia is working to ensure Australian players have a clear understanding of the pathway to participation.

Following significant interest from players around Australia, Badminton Australia would like to provide an overview of the proposed eligibility and selection process for Australian players wishing to participate in the Championships. 

About the BWF World Senior Championships 

The BWF World Senior Championships is the premier international event for masters/seniors players and features competition in: 

  • Men’s Singles 
  • Women’s Singles 
  • Men’s Doubles 
  • Women’s Doubles 
  • Mixed Doubles 

The Championships are contested across age groups from 35+ through to 80+, with players required to have reached the relevant age by 1 January of the year of competition.  

To have a read through the prospectus for the 2025 edition which was held in Pattaya, Thailand, please click HERE. 

Australian Entry Quotas

Under BWF regulations, each BWF Member Country is entitled to enter, in each age group: 

  • Up to 4 men and 4 women in singles events 
  • Up to 8 players in men’s doubles and 8 players in women’s doubles 
  • Up to 8 players in mixed doubles (4 Males and 4 Females)

Where the number of interested Australian players exceeds the available quota in an event, Badminton Australia will be required to determine which players receive the available places.

Proposed Qualification Method 

To provide a fair, transparent and merit-based process, Badminton Australia intends to use the 2027 Australian National Masters Championships, scheduled to be held in Sydney in March 2027 (exact dates to be confirmed), as the primary qualification event. 

The Australian National Masters Championships will be conducted in the same age-group structure and event disciplines as the World Championships and will provide Australian players with a clear pathway to qualification. 

Subject to final approval of the Selection Regulations, the proposed qualification process is: 

  • The top four eligible Australian singles players in each age group at the 2027 Australian National Masters Championships will secure automatic qualification for the World Championships. 
  • The top eight eligible Australian Men’s doubles players and the top eight Women’s doubles players in each age group at the 2027 Australian National Masters Championships will secure automatic qualification for the World Championships.
  • The top eight eligible Australian Mixed doubles players (4 Male and 4 Female) in each age group at the 2027 Australian National Masters Championships will secure automatic qualification for the World Championships.
  • Players who gain automatic qualification via the 2027 Australian National Masters Championships may choose to enter with a player from another country, and do not necessarily have to enter with the same doubles or mixed doubles partner as the one they partnered with at the Nationals.
  • If fewer than four eligible players/pairs compete in a particular event, Badminton Australia will invite additional players to fill available quota positions via an open Expression of Interest form. 
  • Should (a) qualified player(s) or pair(s) decline their place, the next highest placed eligible player(s)/pair(s) at the Australian National masters Championships will be offered the position. 
  • Additional provisions for injury, exceptional circumstances and quota management will be detailed in the final Selection Regulations. 
  • All players that wish to compete in the Australian National Masters Championships will need to be registered members of an affiliated club in Australia. 
  • All players wishing to compete in the BWF World Senior Championships will require a BWF ID (info on how to acquire/request one will be made available with plenty of notice) 

Why Participation in the National Masters Championships is Important 

While some age groups and disciplines may not exceed Australia’s available quota, demand is expected to be particularly high given this will be the first time the event is hosted in Australia. 

Accordingly, any player wishing to maximise their opportunity of competing in Geelong is strongly encouraged to compete in the 2027 Australian National Masters Championships, as this will be the principal means of securing a place in the Australian team.

Further Information 

A detailed Selection Regulation, including qualification requirements, timelines, and entry procedures, will be released well in advance of the 2027 Australian National Masters Championships. 

We look forward to welcoming Masters/Seniors players from across Australia and around the world to Geelong for what promises to be the largest badminton event ever held in Australia and to Sydney for the Australian National Masters Championships. 

 

For all enquiries, please email: 

Tjitte (TJ) Weistra

Chief Executive Officer

Tjitte.Weistra@badminton.org.au

Oscar Yam

Events & Communications Manager

Oscar.Yam@badminton.org.au

Geelong, Victoria Secures 2027 BWF World Senior Championships

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Thursday 11 June 2026

Geelong, Victoria Secures 2027 BWF World Senior Championships

Badminton Australia is proud to announce that the Badminton World Federation (BWF) has awarded the 2027 BWF World Senior Championships to Australia, with the event set to be hosted in Geelong, Victoria, from 28 November through to 5 December 2027.

The largest and prestigious global badminton event will bring the world’s best senior badminton players in the age groups 35+ all the way through to 80+ to Geelong, marking a major milestone for the sport in Australia and the broader Oceania region.

The successful bid was the result of a strong collaborative partnership between Badminton Australia, the Victorian Government, and the City of Greater Geelong, delivering a compelling proposal that stood out in a highly competitive international field.

The Championships are expected to attract thousands of athletes, officials and visitors from across the globe, delivering significant economic and tourism benefits to the region, while also showcasing Geelong and Victoria on the world stage.

The event further reinforces Victoria’s reputation as a leading destination for major international sporting events and highlights Geelong’s growing profile as a premier host city.

The BWF World Senior Championships is one of the sport’s flagship events, featuring competition across multiple age categories and drawing elite participants from more than 45 countries.

The 2027 edition will be the largest global badminton event ever staged in Australia and represents a significant opportunity to grow participation in the sport across Australia.

 

“Securing the 2027 BWF World Senior Championships for Geelong is important – not just for badminton in Australia, but for Victoria’s reputation as the events capital of the country.

With thousands of international visitors expected, local hotels, restaurants and businesses across the Geelong region will benefit significantly, and that’s exactly what our Regional Events Fund is designed to achieve.”

– Minister for Tourism in Victoria, The Hon. Natalie Suleyman MP

“Securing the 2027 BWF World Senior Championships is a significant win for Geelong and a clear endorsement of our city as a premier destination for international events.

This event will bring visitors from around the world to experience our region, support local businesses, and showcase Geelong on the global stage.

We are proud to be working in partnership with Badminton Australia and the Victorian Government to deliver an outstanding event that creates lasting benefits for our community.”

– The Mayor of the City of Greater Geelong, Dr Stretch Kontelj OAM

“Taking the BWF World Senior Championships to Australia and Oceania reflects our firm commitment to elevating badminton as a truly global sport and expanding opportunities for players around the world.

Badminton belongs to everyone. We want badminton to be a sport of choice that is accessible to people everywhere, across all communities, genders, ages, and abilities, and this tournament is an important step in supporting that vision.

– BWF President, Khunying Patama Leeswadtrakul

“Hosting the World Senior Championships in 2027 is an incredible achievement for badminton in Australia and a proud moment for our entire community.

This event will not only bring the world’s best senior players to our shores, but also inspire participation, strengthen connections across generations, and create a lasting legacy for the sport nationwide. We are excited about the opportunities this presents for our members.”

– Badminton Australia President, Julie McDonald

“The announcement represents a defining moment for the sport nationally. Bringing the BWF World Senior Championships to Australia is a huge win for our sport and a proud moment for our community. To secure this event against world-class destinations shows the strength of our vision, our partnerships, and our ambition to grow badminton on the global stage.

What makes it even more unique is the fact that this is the first time ever that this event, the biggest global badminton event on the calendar, is being held in the southern hemisphere and Geelong, Victoria, will deliver an outstanding experience for players, officials, volunteers, and supporters. We can’t wait to welcome the world to Victoria in 2027.”

– Badminton Australia CEO, Tjitte (TJ) Weistra

“Congratulations to Badminton Australia on being awarded the hosting rights of such a prestigious event.  It is many years since a major BWF World Championships has been hosted in our region, the last being the Sudirman Cup Finals 2017 in the Gold Coast, Australia.

This is fantastic for badminton; our players, our officials, our volunteers; the entire badminton community.  I am confident we will see many of our Oceania countries represented on the courts as all will want to experience these World Championships.”

– Badminton Oceania CEO, Julie Carrel

To see the BWF Media Release CLICK HERE.

ENDS

All media enquiries:
Tjitte (TJ) Weistra – Chief Executive Officer
Tjitte.Weistra@badminton.org.au

Oscar Yam – Events & Communications Manager
Oscar.Yam@badminton.org.au

Badminton Australia Announces Teams for BWF Thomas & Uber Cup Finals 2026

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Badminton Australia Announces Teams for BWF Thomas & Uber Cup Finals 2026

Melbourne, 13 March 2026

Badminton Australia is pleased to announce the athletes selected to represent Australia at the upcoming BWF Thomas & Uber Cup Finals 2026 at Horsens, Denmark, from 24 April to 3 May 2026, the world’s premier international team championships in badminton.

The prestigious tournament will see Australia’s top men’s and women’s players compete against the world’s best, proudly representing the green and gold on the international stage.

Uber Cup Team (Women)

The following athletes have been selected to represent Australia in the Uber Cup:

  • Faye Huo – NBC/NSW
  • Jesslyn Carissia – NBC/NSW
  • Tiffany Ho – NBC/NSW
  • Angela Yu – Sunnybank Hills/QLD
  • Gronya Somerville – NBC/VIC
  • Victoria Tjonadi – Roketto/NSW

Thomas Cup Team (Men)

The following athletes have been selected to represent Australia in the Thomas Cup:

  • Shrey Dhand – Rise BA/VIC
  • Ephraim Stephen Sam – Sams BA/QLD
  • Jack Yu – Sunnybank Hills/QLD
  • Andika Ramadiansyah – EBA/NSW
  • Frederick Zhao – Rise BA/VIC
  • Rizky Hidayat Ismail – KBC/NSW
  • Rishi Boopathy (Development) – Roketto/NSW

Support Staff

The teams will be supported by an experienced coaching and performance staff:

  • Leanne Choo – BA National Head Coach
  • Josh Neil – BA National Performance Manager
  • Zhou (Grace) Jiang – NBC High Performance Coach

The BWF Thomas & Uber Cup Finals represent one of the most prestigious events in international badminton, bringing together the world’s top badminton nations in a highly competitive team format.

Badminton Australia congratulates all selected athletes and staff and wishes the teams the very best as they prepare to represent Australia internationally.

Badminton Australia would like to sincerely thank Konec, Badminton Oceania, and anonymous donors for their invaluable support of the Thomas & Uber Cup teams. Without their support, it would not have been possible to send our teams to the Thomas & Uber Cup Finals.

For all Media enquiries, please contact Badminton Australia’s CEO, Tjitte (TJ) Weistra.

Phone: 0424979415
Email: Tjitte.Weistra@badminton.org.au
Website: www.badminton.org.au

BAHRAIN BWF Para Badminton World Championships 2026: Australians take to the World Stage

From 8–14 February in Manama, Bahrain, history was made as Australia sent its largest-ever team to the BAHRAIN BWF Para World Championships 2026. Sixteen athletes from Australia competed in the Championships, which is a competitive biennial tournament with strict entry standards. Australians faced the world’s best among the six classifications of Para Badminton (WH1, WH2, SL3, SL4, SU5, SH6), and AUS was represented in five of the six classifications, a powerful statement of the nation’s growing strength in the sport.

Team Australia 

For the five debutants (*), Bahrain delivered a first taste of elite international competition. For more experienced players, the competition offered an early proving ground on the road to the 2028 Paralympics. Badminton Australia proudly congratulates the following athletes who earned their place on the world stage: 

Qambar Ali Akhteyari
Lachlan Boulton
Hayden Braun*
Katelyn Colley
Caitlin Dransfield
Martyn Ford
Mischa Ginns
Zashka Gunson
Sarah Keenahan*
Macka Mackenzie
Grant Manzoney
Nang Van Nguyen*
Brandon Ka Nam Poon*
Arika Shetty
Celine Vinot
Bree Wright* 

* First World Championships appearance

Results 

While many Australians fought hard but exited during the group stages, several athletes pushed deep into the draw. Caitlin Dransfield (WA) led the charge, reaching the SL3 Women’s Singles quarterfinals – Australia’s best result of the tournament. Dransfield narrowly missed out on semifinals in a gripping three-game match against China’s Yuan Haoying.  

Also advancing beyond the group stages into the Round of 16 were: 

Mischa Ginns (WH2 Women’s Singles) 

Zashka Gunson (SL3–SU5 Women’s Doubles) 

Macka Mackenzie (WH1 Women’s Singles) 

Grant Manzoney (WH2 Men’s Singles) 

Arika Shetty (SL4 Women’s Singles)  

Celine Vinot (SL3 Women’s Singles; SL3–SU5 Women’s Doubles) 

Bree Wright (WH1 Women’s Singles) 

The Team Behind the Players 

Backing the athletes was Badminton Australia’s largest-ever Para World Championships support team, including: 

  • Para High Performance Manager – Olivia Knowles
  • Head Coach – Ian Bridge
  • Para Performance Support Specialist – Stephen Hadlow
  • Team Physiotherapist – Brooke Bakaric
  • Assistant Coaches – Thomas Champion & Victoria Wang 

With growing depth and experience, Australia has made one thing clear: our players belong on the world stage. Focus now turns locally to the National Championships, the breeding ground of future success, where many of these players started their Para Badminton journeys. The Yonex Australian Para Badminton National Championships are set to take place in Altona, Victoria on 29-31 May 2026.

Check out the photos from the event! (Photo credit: BWF / https://media.npc.bh)

Australia Shines at the 2026 VICTOR Oceania Championships

Australia delivered a strong overall performance at the 2026 VICTOR Oceania Badminton Championships in Auckland, producing winning results across both the team championships and individual events.

Team Championships

Australia enjoyed a successful campaign across the Men’s, Women’s and Mixed Team Championships, demonstrating depth and consistency throughout the competition.

The Women’s Team showed composure in key matches, with decisive performances across singles and doubles ensuring a strong result in the championship tie. The victory also secures their place at the BWF World Women’s Team Championships in Denmark later this year.

In the Men’s Team Championships, Australia once again proved difficult to overcome, with important wins across all disciplines contributing to their overall success and qualification outcome. The win secured Australia’s fourth consecutive men’s team title and earned qualification for this year’s BWF World Men’s Team Championships.

Across the team events, Australia’s performances reflected a high standard of preparation and execution throughout the championships.

Individual Championships

Australian players also featured prominently during the individual championships, with several athletes delivering strong performances on finals day.

In Men’s Singles, Shrey Dhand claimed the title following a demanding final, displaying resilience and physical endurance over the course of the match.

The experienced pairing of Gronya Somerville and Angela Yu continued their successful partnership in Women’s Doubles, producing a composed performance to secure the championship.

Australia also topped the podium in Men’s Doubles, with Rizky Hidayat and Jack Yu combining effectively throughout the tournament.

In Mixed Doubles, Andika Ramadiansyah and Angela Yu worked well together to claim the title after a solid finals performance.

Australia was also represented in the Women’s Singles final, with Tiffany Ho delivering a determined performance on the championship stage.

Full results

Team Events: https://bwfbadminton.com/tournament/5638/victor-oceania-mens-and-womens-team-championships-2026/results/podium

Individual Events: https://bwfbadminton.com/tournament/5639/victor-oceania-championships-2026/results/

(Photo Source: Badminton Oceania)

Australians Ready for Bahrain BWF Para Badminton World Championships 2026

Australia’s para badminton athletes are preparing to compete on the world stage next week at the Bahrain BWF Para Badminton World Championships 2026, running from 7-14 February.

The Australian squad is heading to Manama with a strong and diverse squad, ready to compete against the world’s best in one of the most prestigious events on the para badminton calendar.

This event is a key milestone in the lead-up to future Paralympic cycles, offering crucial world ranking opportunities and high-level international competition.

“Having sixteen athletes competing in the Para Badminton World Championships is a major achievement for Australia, and this group being led by our Para Falcons adds an extra level of strength and experience. Our players have been working hard in preparation for this benchmark event, and are motivated and ready to compete against the best in the world,” said Badminton Australia National Para Performance Manager and Team Manager, Olivia Knowles.

Of the 16 athletes selected, eight are Para Falcon athletes, reflecting the success of the Para Falcon program in supporting high performance para badminton athletes.

Matches and results can be followed live via the official event draw and results page: https://bwfbadminton.com/tournament/5605/bahrain-bwf-para-badminton-world-championships-2026/info

Australian Players:

Martyn Ford
WH1 Men’s Singles
WH1-WH2 Men’s Doubles (with Grant Manzoney)

Nang Van Nguyen
WH1 Men’s Singles
WH1-WH2 Men’s Doubles (with Hayden Braun)

Bree Wright
WH1 Women’s Singles
WH1-WH2 Mixed Doubles (with Qambar Ali Akhetyari)
WH1-WH2 Women’s Doubles (with Mischa Ginns)

Macka Mackenzie
WH1 Women’s Singles
WH1-WH2 Mixed Doubles (with Grant Manzoney)

Grant Manzoney
WH2 Men’s Singles
WH1-WH2 Men’s Doubles (with Martyn Ford)
WH1-WH2 Mixed Doubles (with Macka Mackenzie)

Qambar Ali Akhetyari
WH2 Men’s Singles
WH1-WH2 Mixed Doubles (with Bree Wright)

Mischa Ginns
WH2 Women’s Singles
WH1-WH2 Women’s Doubles (with Bree Wright)
WH1-WH2 Mixed Doubles (with Marcelo Alves Conceicao [BRA])

Celine Vinot
SL3 Women’s Singles
SL3-SU5 Women’s Doubles (with Zashka Gunson)

Caitlin Dransfield
SL3 Women’s Singles

Lachlan Boulton
SL4 Men’s Singles

Brandon Poon
SL4 Men’s Singles
SL3-SU5 Mixed Doubles (with Zashka Gunson)

Zashka Gunson
SL4 Women’s Singles
SL3-SU5 Mixed Doubles (with Brandon Poon)
SL3-SU5 Women’s Doubles (with Celine Vinot)

Arika Shetty
SL4 Women’s Singles

Katelyn Colley
SH6 Women’s Singles
SH6 Women’s Doubles (with Sarah Keenahan)

Sarah Keenahan
SH6 Women’s Singles
SH6 Women’s Doubles (with Katelyn Colley)

Hayden Braun
WH2 Men’s Singles
WH1-WH2 Men’s Doubles (with Nang Van Nguyen)

Australian Team Officials in Attendance:

Olivia Knowles – National Para Performance Manager / Team Manager

Ian Bridge – National Para Head Coach

Stephen Hadlow – Para Performance Support Specialist

Tom Champion – Assistant Coach

Victoria Wang – Assistant Coach

Brooke Bakaric – Physio/Medical Lead

Stay tuned to Badminton Australia’s social media channels for more content and updates from all the action in Bahrain.

Falcons & Oceania Championships Selection Announcement

Badminton Australia Announces Falcons Squad Updates and 2026 Victor Oceania Team Championships Selections

Melbourne, 22 December 2025 – Badminton Australia is pleased to announce the latest updates to the Falcons program and the selection of athletes who will represent Australia at the 2026 Victor Oceania Team Championships, scheduled to take place in North Harbour, New Zealand from 13–15 February 2026. This event also serves as the qualifying tournament for the prestigious Thomas & Uber Cup Finals which will be held in Horsens, Denmark, from 24 April – 3 May 2026.

Falcons Program Updates

The Junior Falcons squad remains unchanged. For the full Junior Falcons squad list, visit: badminton.org.au/junior-falcons.

The Senior Falcons squad welcomes several new players, strengthening Australia’s competitive edge on the international stage:

New Selections:

  • Alvi Wijaya Chairullah (EBA/NSW)
  • Andika Ramadiansya (EBA/NSW)
  • Rizky Hidayat Ismail (KBC/NSW)
  • Karono Karono (NBC/NSW)
  • Nozomi Shimizu (NBC/NSW)
  • Laudya Chelsea Griselda (NBC/NSW)
  • Saena Kawakami (NBC/NSW)
  • Pramudya Kusumawardana (ACE/NSW)
  • Karsten Darma (NBC/NSW)
  • Michael Owen (NBC/NSW)

Withdrawn:

  • Yuelin Zhang (Rise BA/VIC)

Not Reselected:

  • Dania Nugroho (SPOC/SA)

For the full Senior Falcons squad, visit: badminton.org.au/senior-falcons.

2026 Victor Oceania Team Championships Selections

Badminton Australia is proud to announce the athletes selected to represent Australia in February in New Zealand:

Women’s Team:

  • Faye Huo (NBC/NSW)
  • Jesslyn Carissia (NBC/NSW)
  • Tiffany Ho (NBC/NSW)
  • Angela Yu (Sunnybank Hills/QLD)
  • Gronya Somerville (NBC/VIC)
  • Victoria Tjonadi (Roketto/NSW)

Men’s Team:

  • Shrey Dhand (EBA/VIC)
  • Ephraim Stephen Sam (Sams BA/QLD)
  • Jack Yu (Sunnybank Hills/QLD)
  • Andika Ramadiansyah (EBA/NSW)
  • Frederick Zhao (Rise BA/VIC)
  • Rizky Hidayat Ismail (KBC/NSW)

Coaches/Managers: Leanne Choo and Josh Neil

Badminton Australia congratulates all selected athletes and looks forward to strong performances at the Oceania Championships.

For all enquiries regarding this announcement, please contact TJ Weistra, Badminton Australia CEO via Tjitte.Weistra@badminton.org.au.

YONEX SUNRISE BWF World Junior Championships Team and Junior Falcons Selection Announcement

Badminton Australia is pleased to confirm the selection of the 10-member squad representing Australia at the YONEX SUNRISE BWF World Junior Championships 2025 to be held in Guwahati, India.

Women:

  • Faye Huo – NBC/NSW
  • Jesslyn Carrisia – NBC/NSW
  • Maureen Wijaya – NBC/NSW
  • Mimi Ngo – An-Yu BA, PBX/WA
  • Victoria Tjonadi – Roketto/NSW

Men:

    • Shrey Dhand – EBA/VIC
    • Landon Kurniawan – MAXIMA/NSW
    • Phillip Halim – BISA United/NSW
    • Jayden Lim – PBA/VIC
  • Wey Shawn Ng – PBA/VIC

Coaches/Managers: TBC

Note: The team has been selected in accordance with the BA Selection Policy.

YONEX SUNRISE BWF World Junior Championships 2025

Dates:

  • Mixed Team Championships (Suhandinata Cup):  6 – 11 October
  • Individual Championships (Eye-Level Cups):  13 – 19 October

More Info: https://corporate.bwfbadminton.com/events/world-junior-championships/

Badminton Australia would also like to congratulate Jesslyn Carrisia (NBC/NSW), Adlyn Mary Sojan (ABC/SA) and Chen Qiu (PBA/VIC) on being selected to join the Junior Falcons program.

For the full squad go to https://www.badminton.org.au/junior/