Auckland Badminton Association (ABA) is committed to building a culture of sustained success through its representative programs, aiming to be the top-performing association at key national competitions, including the Wisden Cup, Slazenger Cup, and the New Zealand Junior Team Championships (NZJTC). A core focus is developing players to achieve Badminton New Zealand representation, while also supporting them in reaching their personal best.

Each year, the Wisden and Slazenger Cups are the priority for ABA’s senior program, and rising talents from the Under 17 and Under 19 squads are often given opportunities to transition into senior competition. These experiences provide valuable exposure and development as players advance in their badminton careers.

For juniors, the New Zealand Junior Team Championships (NZJTC) is the flagship event, and players between 10 and 18 are eligible to compete. ABA’s junior program is designed to foster a love of the game from an early age, with players starting in leading development programs that offer free rackets, expert coaching, and an environment focused on fun and learning.

ABA and Badminton New Zealand proudly support the Sport New Zealand ‘Balance is Better’ strategy, ensuring player well-being remains at the forefront of all programs.

Key Dates:

• The 2024/2025 representative year begins on 1 October 2024 and ends on 30 September 2025.
• NZJTC will be held from June 29th to July 2nd, 2025, in Palmerston North.
• Squad selections for the 2024/2025 year take place during Term 3 at the Yonex Youth Super League (YYSL) on Saturdays.
• The Wisden and Slazenger Cups are expected between April and August 2025, with venue details to be confirmed by Badminton New Zealand.

ABA encourages players to sign up before September 20 for selection to squads for 2025.

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Article added: Friday 06 September 2024