Washington Open 2013

Tournament T-Shirt by Jennie Chan

Just got back from a trip to Seattle! Last weekend was the Washington Open 2013 and I had a BLAST!

It looks like Clinton and the WSBA team ran yet another successful tournament this year. The number of participants seems to grow every time -- people can't help but share the amazing experience with their friends and convince them to make the trip!

I saw people from Alberta, Southern California, Chicago, San Francisco...I heard there were even some players from Idaho, Oregon and of course Vancouver and Washington.

It looks like Seattle Badminton Club might have to think about expanding their space!

Clinton did a great recap on the Washington State Badminton Facebook page-- go join the page to get updated on the latest tournaments in the Pacific Northwest!

You can also take a look at all of the photos on flickr:

http://www.flickr.com/photos/clintonc111/sets/72157633296454739/

If you missed out on this one, don't forget that the Washington State Games is right around the corner, and you'll likely see a lot of familiar faces! Sign up before it gets too packed!

2012 Seattle Super Regional Junior Tournament

Congratulations to Seattle Badminton Club! Soon they'll be hosting their very first NATIONAL tournament!

I heard that top junior players, as far as California and Boston, are set to compete. With more than 150 players signed up so far, we'll get to watch the future athletes of America duke it out! Juniors have amazing stamina, so they won't go down without a fight. The games should be good!

Check out the list of players and see if your friends are attending here, on tournament software!

Keep in mind that games will be played Saturday, Sunday and Monday, so if you want to watch the finals make sure you go on the right day!

REGISTRATION IS OVER, but here's the information if you want to watch:

Seattle Super Regional Junior Tournament
When?: February 18-20, 2012
Where?: Seattle Badminton Club
Link: http://www.tournamentsoftware.com/sport/tournament.aspx?id=7AC7F841-4CFB-4EB0-A94B-0542C9191A7F%20
Why?: It's a Junior National ranking tournament, so you're guaranteed plenty of good matches to watch. Future badminton athletes of America, UNITE! (Be sure to get your autographs before these kids get famous!)


Hopefully this tournament will get you pumped to start training and get some games of your own! Have no fear, the Washington Closed 2012 is right around the corner, in March! Information on when, where and how to register will come soon, so check back!