French Badminton Stars Shine at BEC Awards After Historic Year
Belgrade, Serbia – Following a year of unprecedented success, French badminton has been recognized at the Badminton Europe Confederation (BEC) Awards. The awards follow landmark achievements, including the first European Championship titles for French players, a historic first in men’s singles at a Super 750 event, and multiple medals at the Paralympic Games in Paris.
Charles Noakes Crowned Para-Badminton Player of the Year
Charles Noakes,a fan favorite,secured the para-Badminton Player of the Year award. Noakes’ gold medal in the SH6 Men’s Singles at the Paris Paralympics capped a year of strong performances on the international circuit, propelling him to world No. 2 in the rankings. Lucas Mazur,another French Paralympian,was also nominated after winning gold in the SL4 Men’s Singles and a bronze in the SL3-SU5 Mixed Doubles.
Kestutis Navickas Named Coach of the Year
Kestutis Navickas, who joined the French Badminton Federation in 2022, was named Coach of the Year. As head of singles at the INSEP Olympic training center, Navickas has been instrumental in the rise of players like Alex Lanier and contributes substantially to the development of other athletes at INSEP.
A delegation from the french Badminton Federation attended the ceremony in Belgrade.
Looking Ahead: French Badminton Eyes European Championships
With these recent achievements,france has established itself as one of the leading badminton nations in europe. French players are preparing for the European championships in Denmark from April 8-13,where they aim to continue their ascent on the international stage.
How has Kestutis Navickas impacted the performance of French badminton players since joining the French Badminton Federation?
french badminton Stars Shine at BEC Awards After Historic Year
Belgrade, Serbia – Following a year of unprecedented success, French badminton has been recognized at the Badminton Europe Confederation (BEC) Awards. The awards follow landmark achievements, including the first European Championship titles for French players, a historic first in menS singles at a Super 750 event, and multiple medals at the Paralympic Games in Paris.
Charles Noakes Crowned para-Badminton Player of the Year
Charles Noakes,a fan favourite,secured the para-Badminton Player of the Year award. Noakes’ gold medal in the SH6 Men’s Singles at the Paris Paralympics capped a year of strong performances on the international circuit, propelling him to world No. 2 in the rankings. Lucas Mazur,another French Paralympian,was also nominated after winning gold in the SL4 Men’s Singles and a bronze in the SL3-SU5 Mixed Doubles.
Kestutis Navickas named Coach of the Year
Kestutis Navickas, who joined the French Badminton Federation in 2022, was named coach of the Year. As head of singles at the INSEP Olympic training center, Navickas has been instrumental in the rise of players like Alex Lanier and contributes substantially to the advancement of othre athletes at INSEP.
A delegation from the french Badminton Federation attended the ceremony in Belgrade.
Looking Ahead: French Badminton Eyes European Championships
With these recent achievements,france has established itself as one of the leading badminton nations in europe. French players are preparing for the European championships in Denmark from April 8-13,where they aim to continue their ascent on the international stage.
Q&A: Decoding French Badminton’s Rise
Q: What makes the French badminton team’s recent success so meaningful?
A: It’s a historic run! They’ve secured their first-ever European Championship titles, achieved a first in men’s singles at a Super 750 event, and dominated the paralympic Games in Paris. This marks a new era for French badminton on the global stage.
Q: Who is Charles Noakes, and why is he so celebrated?
A: Charles Noakes is a para-badminton star who won gold in the SH6 Men’s Singles at the Paris Paralympics, earning him Para-Badminton Player of the Year. he’s now ranked world No. 2. Fun fact: SH6 is for players with a short stature.
Q: How significant is the Coach of the Year award for Kestutis Navickas?
A: Very important! Navickas, as the head of singles at the INSEP Olympic training center, has been key in developing top players like Alex Lanier. His award recognizes his crucial role in nurturing talent and building a strong team.
Q: What is INSEP?
A: INSEP (Institut National du Sport, de l’Expertise et de la Performance) is France’s premier Olympic training center. it’s where elite athletes hone their skills and prepare for international competitions.
Q: Where and when are the upcoming European Championships?
A: The European Championships will be held in Denmark from April 8-13. This is another chance for the French team to demonstrate their growing dominance in European badminton.
The future looks shining for french badminton! Keep an eye on these rising stars as they continue to make their mark on the international badminton scene.
