Exciting Start to the Individual Championships at the Africa AirBadminton Championships 2024
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Author:
Bernadin Bokpe
Sunday, November 17, 2024 - 11:22
The highly anticipated Individual Championships at the Africa AirBadminton Championships 2024 kicked off on Friday, 15th November, at the picturesque Mont Choisy Beach in Mauritius. Following an exhilarating team event, the focus has shifted to individual excellence, with players representing their nations in Mixed Doubles (XD), Men’s Doubles (MD), and Women’s Doubles (WD) events, along with the innovative triple formats.
Uganda’s Stunning Victory Highlights Day 1 of the Africa AirBadminton Championships at Mont Choisy Beach
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Author:
Bernadin Bokpe
Friday, November 15, 2024 - 15:51
Day 1 Evening session of the Africa AirBadminton Championships 2024 at Mont Choisy Beach in Mauritius was an unforgettable day for Team Uganda, as they pulled off a thrilling victory over the host country in a hard-fought match that left fans in awe. The evening session included two competitive ties, with Uganda’s stunning win over Mauritius as the highlight.
Day 1 of the Africa AirBadminton Championships 2024: Comoros Makes Their Historic Debut
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Author:
Bernadin Bokpe
Friday, November 15, 2024 - 13:09
The Africa AirBadminton Championships 2024 launched today at the beautiful Mont Choisy Beach in Mauritius, marking a significant milestone for African badminton with the participation of Comoros in their first-ever Badminton Confederation Africa (BCA) tournament. As the Championships opened, the Comorian team’s debut drew excitement and pride from fans and players alike, celebrating this major step in expanding the sport across the continent.
BCA Umpire Training Workshop Gets Officials Ready for Africa AirBadminton Championships
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Author:
Bernadin Bokpe
Thursday, November 14, 2024 - 14:10
In preparation for the Africa AirBadminton Championships starting tomorrow, November 14, 2024, at Mont Choisy Beach in Mauritius, the Badminton Confederation Africa (BCA) organized a training workshop for umpires today, November 13. This workshop aims to help officials understand the unique rules and guidelines of AirBadminton, which is an outdoor version of badminton. With officials trained and ready, the BCA is ensuring the tournament will run smoothly and fairly.
Africa AirBadminton Championship 2024 Begins at Mont Choisy Beach in Mauritius
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Author:
Bernadin Bokpe
Thursday, November 14, 2024 - 10:21
The much-anticipated Africa AirBadminton Championship is set to kick off tomorrow on the stunning shores of Mont Choisy Beach in Mauritius. Five nations: South Africa, Uganda, Comoros, Tunisia, and host nation Mauritius are competing in this thrilling outdoor event. Against the backdrop of Mauritius’ paradise-like scenery, players and fans alike are ready for an unforgettable championship.
Cameroon – BWF Level 1 Coaching Course Empowers Women in Badminton
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Author:
Bernadin Bokpe
Monday, October 7, 2024 - 18:17
From 10 to 17 September 2024, Cameroon hosted the prestigious BWF Level 1 Coaching Course, an initiative aimed at increasing the participation of women in badminton coaching across Africa. This eight-day event brought together 10 selected candidates, including 9 women and 1 man, from various countries. The objective was not only to enhance their coaching skills but also to address the challenges faced by women in sports.
Mariam Eniola Bolaji Makes History for Nigeria and Africa at Paris 2024 Paralympic Games
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Author:
Bernadin Bokpe
Sunday, September 15, 2024 - 21:43
In a momentous achievement for both Nigeria and the African continent, Mariam Eniola Bolaji has made history by becoming the first African athlete to win a badminton medal at the Paralympic Games. The 18-year-old Nigerian star clinched the bronze medal in the women’s singles SL3 category at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games, defeating Ukraine’s Oksana Kozyna in straight sets, 21-9, 21-9. This victory not only marks Nigeria’s first medal at the Paris Paralympics but also cements Bolaji’s name in the annals of African badminton history.
Ghana Shines with Triple Gold at All Africa U19 AirBadminton Championships
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Author:
Bernadin Bokpe
Thursday, August 22, 2024 - 17:54
Team Ghana made a resounding statement at the recently concluded All Africa U19 AirBadminton Championships in Thiès, Senegal, securing an impressive three gold medals and dominating the tournament. The championships, held alongside the All Africa U19 Championships, showcased the rising talent and enthusiasm for AirBadminton across the continent.
Mauritius on top of Africa. Sensational Lucas Douce Dominates All Africa U19 Championships with Four Gold Medals
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Author:
Bernadin Bokpe
Thursday, August 22, 2024 - 12:52
The recently concluded All Africa Individual Championships in Thiès, Senegal, saw an outstanding performance from Mauritius’ own Lucas Douce, who emerged as the undisputed star of the tournament by clinching four gold medals across multiple categories. Douce’s victories in the Men’s Singles, Men’s Doubles, Mixed Doubles, and the Team Event cemented his place as a formidable force in African badminton.
Lucas Douce and Aidan Yu Kiat Siow Yin Young Dominate All Africa U19 Championships with Triple Semi-Final lined up.
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Author:
Bernadin Bokpe
Monday, August 19, 2024 - 12:32
The All Africa U19 Individual Championships in Thies, Senegal, have been a showcase of amazing talent, and two names have stood out above the rest: Lucas Douce and Aidan Yu Kiat Siow Yin Young. Both young athletes from Mauritius have proven their mettle by advancing to the semi-finals in not one, but three different events: Men’s Singles, Men’s Doubles, and Mixed Doubles.
