Leinster Inter-County Events 2023/24
The dates (including closing dates for entry) for the Leinster Inter-County events for the upcoming season are listed here
Leinster Yonex Autumn Open 2023 Report
See the report from an exciting Leinster Yonex Autumn Open 2023 here
Paddy Kelly – An Appreciation
Paddy had been in bad health for the last few years, none the less, it is a shock to hear of his passing. All through the years he has been a great supporter of both Leinster Badminton and Whitehall Road. Paddy started his badminton career in the 80s playing with Churchtown Badminton Club. His love of the sport grew and in later years he became a coach. He was involved in the formative years of a number of Irish internationals -Carol Green, Scott Evans, Lee Evans -amongst others. In 2004 he helped in the set up and was involved in the [...]
Badminton Expo 23 – National Badminton Centre Lisburn, Saturday, August 26th
Badminton Expo will feature a number of incredible demonstration matches from the top players in Ireland and indeed the world. An unparalleled showcase and experience of one of the greatest sports in the world. Not to mention an incredible day out for the whole family. Apply early as tickets are limited. There will be a subsidised bus to the event leaving from Baldoyle Badminton Centre (details will be provided later). For more information, visit the event website here and Facebook page here.
Leinster Badminton 2023-24 Calendar
The full Leinster Badminton 20223-24 Season calendar is now available. You will find it by clicking here and clicking on the “Download PDF Calendar” button.
Annual General Meeting Leinster Branch 2023- Date Changed to Sunday May 14th 2023
Please note that the Leinster Branch Annual General Meeting, which was scheduled to take place in Terenure Badminton Centre on April 23rd 2023 has been deferred. The Meeting will now take place on Sunday May 14th, at 2.30pm in Terenure Badminton Centre. This also means that the closing date for Nominations has been extended to end of day on Monday 8th May, 2023 Any inconvenience this may cause you is regretted. Betty Luttrell Acting General Secretary Leinster Branch
Leinster win U18 ICT Championship
Leinster Badminton President, David Murphy and the Executive Committee would like to congratulate the Leinster U18 team and the Youth Activities Committee, under the leadership of Chairperson, Jean Kelly on their historic win at the U18 Intercounty Tournament. Read more here
Leinster Senior Team top the table in the English County Championship
The Leinster Branch President, David Murphy, and the Executive would like to congratulate the Leinster Senior team for winning the English Senior County Championship and gaining promotion to the Premiership next season. The trip report can be read here.
BPL Match Night Cancellation Friday 31st March
We are postponing this Friday's BPL Match Night Four in respect of the passing of our close friend David Gannon.
An Appreciation of David Gannon
It is with great sadness that we pass on the news of the passing of David Gannon. David was a true family man and will be very sadly missed by his loving wife Kim, daughters Leah and Abbie, Mother Mary, brother Niall, sister Celine and their families. From a young age those around Whitehall Road knew David as a near permanent fixture in the center. He spent time watching his older brother Niall play, tagged along to coaching sessions run by his mother Mary, or simply spent time with his late dad Christy, who worked in the hall for many years. [...]