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Greater Shepparton to welcome State Badminton Tournament for junior and graded players

In Summary

Greater Shepparton will host a state-level badminton tournament, welcoming junior and graded players from across Victoria to compete at Shepparton Sports Stadium.
The event is part of Badminton Victoria’s initiative to bring high-quality badminton to regional areas, providing local players with more opportunities to develop their skills in a fair and competitive environment.
Spectators can enjoy an action-packed weekend with free entry, experiencing top-level badminton while supporting the growth of the sport in regional communities.
Entries will open soon, with updates available on Badminton Victoria’s website, encouraging players and supporters to get involved in this exciting sporting event.

This tournament is part of Badminton Victoria’s initiative to bring high-quality badminton to regional areas, offering local players more opportunities to compete. The Graded Series caters to players of all skill levels, ensuring fair competition, while the Junior Circuit provides valuable experience for young athletes under 13 and 15 in a supportive setting.

Greater Shepparton City Council Mayor, Councillor Shane Sali, welcomed the tournament’s return to the region.

“We are thrilled to be hosting a state badminton event for junior and graded players, welcoming participants from across the state to our region. Greater Shepparton has a rich history of hosting high-profile sporting events, including badminton tournaments that showcase the excellent facilities we have here,” he said.

“We hope the two-day stay will be a fantastic experience for all the boys and girls, giving them the chance to enjoy some of our wonderful home-grown produce at local restaurants and cafés. We wish all competitors the best of luck as they take to the courts at Shepparton Sports Stadium to compete for the titles up for grabs.”

Badminton Victoria CEO, Clint Proctor, highlighted the importance of bringing the tournament to regional communities.

“It’s our commitment at BV to promoting and strengthening badminton growth even in regional areas, including bringing the competition back to Shepparton, which has a strong history of hosting state badminton events,” he said.

“Regional tournaments like this provide players outside metro areas the chance to compete and improve their skills while strengthening the local badminton community.”

Spectators can expect an action-packed weekend as junior and graded players take to the courts, competing at a high level.

With entries opening soon, players and supporters can stay updated via Badminton Victoria’s website. This event is a fantastic opportunity for the community to experience badminton and enjoy the vibrant sporting culture Greater Shepparton has to offer. Spectator entry is free, and everyone is invited to be part of the excitement at Shepparton Sports Stadium.

For further information, please call Council on 5832 9700 or email council@shepparton.vic.gov.au.