Berges High School Dominates RSEQ Côte-Nord Badminton Championship
BAIE-COMEAU, Quebec – Berges High School emerged as the dominant force at the Réseau du sport étudiant du Québec (RSEQ) Côte-Nord regional badminton championship, seizing seven of the nine available banners in secondary school categories. The school’s notable performance secures them a significant presence at the upcoming provincial championship in Amqui.
Secondary School Results: Berges Triumphant
Berges High School clinched titles in the girls’ and mixed categories for both the Bantam and cadet divisions, and also all three titles (girls’, boys’, and mixed) in the Juvenile division.
Other Top Performers
The Atanukan school of Manikanetish also showcased strong performances, claiming victory in the Bantam boys’ and Cadet boys’ categories.
Primary School Standouts
In primary school divisions, Notre-Dame-du-Sacré-Cœur School (Sacré-Cœur) secured banners in the Colibri and Moustique girls’ categories. Marie-Immaculée School of Les Escoumins won the Colibri boys’ title. The Moustique girls’ title was shared between Découvertes School of Fermont and Notre-Dame-du-Sacré-Cœur School, who tied in points.
Provincial championship Bound
The regional competition, which hosted nearly 300 young athletes, serves as a qualifier for the RSEQ Provincial Championship in Amqui on April 11-13. Berges High School will send a substantial contingent of 16 athletes out of the Côte-Nord region’s 24 representatives. Manikanetish School (4 athletes), the Center Éducatif L’Abri of Port-Cartier (3 athletes), and Serge-Bouchard High School of Baie-Comeau (1 athlete) will also be sending athletes to the provincial competition.
Côte-Nord Delegation – RSEQ Provincial Championship Qualifiers:
Bantam Division
Girls’ Singles: Léonie Hovington (Berges)
Boys’ Singles: Raphaël Boucher (Berges)
Girls’ Doubles: Mathilde Chamberland/Maëly Deschênes (Berges)
Boys’ Doubles: Mickaël Mckenzie/Pishimuss Vollant-Roy (Manikanetish)
Mixed Doubles: Charline Gauthier/Benjamin Laprise (Berges)
Cadet Division
Girls’ Singles: Loriane Paquet (Berges)
Boys’ Singles: Félix Thériault (ESSB)
Girls’ Doubles: Leïla Gauthier/Laurence Nolet (Berges)
Boys’ Doubles: Marley St-Onge Pinette/Penute Malleck Rich (Manikanetish)
Mixed doubles: Madeline Hovington/Louis-Jules Gauthier (Berges)
Juvenile Division
Girls’ Singles: emma-Rose Belley (CEL’A)
Boys’ Singles: Vincent Paquet (Berges)
Girls’ Doubles: Kelly-Ann Deschênes/Jeanne Hovington (Berges)
Boys’ Doubles: Guillaume Bacon/Samuel Boulay (CEL’A)
Mixed Doubles: mathilde Gagnon/Virgile Grenier (Berges)
what is the primary purpose of this article – too simply report results, or to highlight Berges High School’s success and upcoming participation in the provincial championship?
Berges High School Dominates RSEQ Côte-Nord Badminton Championship
BAIE-COMEAU, Quebec – Berges High School emerged as the dominant force at the Réseau du sport étudiant du Québec (RSEQ) Côte-Nord regional badminton championship, seizing seven of the nine available banners in secondary school categories. The school’s notable performance secures them a meaningful presence at the upcoming provincial championship in Amqui.
Secondary School Results: Berges Triumphant
Berges High School clinched titles in the girls’ and mixed categories for both the Bantam and cadet divisions, and also all three titles (girls’, boys’, and mixed) in the Juvenile division.
Other Top Performers
The Atanukan school of Manikanetish also showcased strong performances, claiming victory in the Bantam boys’ and Cadet boys’ categories.
Primary School Standouts
In primary school divisions, Notre-Dame-du-Sacré-Cœur School (Sacré-Cœur) secured banners in the Colibri and Moustique girls’ categories. Marie-Immaculée School of Les Escoumins won the Colibri boys’ title. The Moustique girls’ title was shared between Découvertes School of Fermont and Notre-Dame-du-sacré-Cœur School, who tied in points.
Provincial championship Bound
The regional competition, which hosted nearly 300 young athletes, serves as a qualifier for the RSEQ Provincial Championship in Amqui on April 11-13. Berges High School will send a substantial contingent of 16 athletes out of the Côte-Nord region’s 24 representatives. Manikanetish School (4 athletes),the Center Éducatif L’Abri of Port-Cartier (3 athletes),and Serge-Bouchard high School of baie-Comeau (1 athlete) will also be sending athletes to the provincial competition.
Côte-Nord Delegation – RSEQ Provincial Championship Qualifiers:
Bantam Division
Girls’ Singles: Léonie hovington (Berges)
Boys’ Singles: Raphaël boucher (Berges)
Girls’ Doubles: Mathilde Chamberland/Maëly Deschênes (Berges)
Boys’ Doubles: Mickaël Mckenzie/Pishimuss Vollant-Roy (Manikanetish)
Mixed Doubles: Charline Gauthier/Benjamin Laprise (Berges)
Cadet Division
Girls’ Singles: Loriane Paquet (Berges)
Boys’ singles: Félix thériault (ESSB)
Girls’ Doubles: Leïla Gauthier/Laurence Nolet (Berges)
Boys’ Doubles: Marley St-Onge Pinette/Penute Malleck Rich (Manikanetish)
Mixed doubles: Madeline Hovington/Louis-Jules Gauthier (Berges)
Juvenile Division
Girls’ Singles: emma-Rose Belley (CEL’A)
Boys’ Singles: Vincent Paquet (Berges)
Girls’ Doubles: Kelly-Ann Deschênes/Jeanne Hovington (Berges)
Boys’ Doubles: Guillaume Bacon/Samuel Boulay (CEL’A)
Mixed Doubles: mathilde Gagnon/Virgile Grenier (Berges)
Q&A: Badminton Championship Insights
Q: What is RSEQ and what is its role in this competition?
A: RSEQ stands for Réseau du sport étudiant du Québec,the Quebec Student Sports Network. It organizes and oversees school sports competitions,including badminton,across the province. It acts as the governing body for this regional championship.
Q: What divisions where contested at the Côte-Nord championship?
A: the competition featured primary (Colibri and Moustique) and secondary school divisions (Bantam,Cadet,and Juvenile).
Q: Which school dominated the secondary school competition?
A: Berges High School had an outstanding performance, winning seven out of the nine banners available in the secondary school categories. They are the school to watch.
Q: which schools are sending athletes to the provincial championship?
A: Berges High School (16 athletes), Manikanetish School (4 athletes), Center Éducatif L’Abri of port-Cartier (3 athletes), and Serge-Bouchard High School of Baie-Comeau (1 athlete) will be representing the Côte-Nord region at the provincial championship.
Q: When and where is the provincial championship being held?
A: The RSEQ Provincial Championship will be held in Amqui from April 11th to 13th.
Q: What are the key skills needed for badminton success?
A: Badminton requires a combination of speed, agility, strategic thinking, and excellent hand-eye coordination. Consistent practice and understanding your opponent are essential.it’s a great way to stay active and have fun!
Remember, the Côte-Nord badminton athletes are now heading to the provincial championships. Cheer on the athletes and follow their progress in Amqui!
