Badminton Players Enjoy a Smashing Session

On Tuesday the 24th of May, a team of keen badminton players ranging from Lower Remove to Lower Sixth welcomed their counterparts from Malvern College during after-school club for an afternoon of fun-filled, competitive badminton.

Dr Petchsingh, Badminton Coach and Teacher of Physics explains: “This was the first of its kind: a short, friendly tournament of mixed singles and doubles, where everyone had the chance to pair with everyone else in the team. It was a great exercise in collaboration, communication, and adaptability. It was also great fun and enjoyed tremendously by all players from both sides. Our players were put through their paces against a strong opposition but they showcased some amazing movement on court, impressive smashes, and strong persistent defence.

“Although Malvern clinched a win by a narrow margin of two games, we played with a wonderful and supportive team spirit, and great determination was shown by all team members. The afternoon concluded with everyone feeling enthused, and thoughtfully confident about the things we learned, hoping to work on these and to improve in our next games. Our team consisted of Lower Sixth students Alex W (in the first seed), Gabriel T, George CF, George H, Jack J and Jacob G, Upper Remove Elizabeth S and her German exchange partner Carina, and last but not least our youngest player from the Lower Remove, Tom R, who put up quite a fight against all the older, more experienced players. Well done Team King’s!”