Vern-sur-Seiche’s US Vern badminton club is experiencing a strong start to the 2025-2026 season, marked by early championship victories and a growing competitive base. The club’s success spans multiple age groups, from its women’s team to its veteran players, signaling a promising trajectory for the remainder of the year.
Women’s Team Claims Departmental Championship
The US Vern women’s first team recently secured the departmental championship, a significant achievement for the club. “The beginning was very uncertain with a lot of drawn matches, and ultimately we beat our direct competitors in the return matches,” explained Gaëlle Droff, president of US Vern and captain of the winning team. This victory sets a positive tone for the women’s team as they look ahead to further competition.
Veteran Players Shine at Home Tournament
The club hosted the departmental veterans championship on March 21st and 22nd at the Salle de la Seiche, providing a platform for players over 35 to showcase their skills. The event proved highly successful for the home team, with US Vern athletes earning a total of ten medals, including three gold medals. This demonstrates the strength and dedication within the club’s veteran ranks.
Florent Chatelain, vice-president of the association, highlighted the consistent performance of the veteran players. “We have always had a solid base of veteran competitors, who regularly reach the podiums. Bravo to Carine Chaussée-Dubeillon for her double in the V4 category (over 50 years old), to Laurent Ribeyrol for his victory in the V5 doubles (over 55 years old), and to our other medalists.” The veteran players are now focused on the regional championship in Kervignac, Morbihan, this weekend.
Senior Players Demonstrate Growth and Ambition
The senior players are also poised to compete for championships, with both departmental and regional events on the horizon. The club is seeing significant growth in its senior ranks, with an increasing number of players achieving regional rankings. “We are becoming more and more ambitious, knowing that our group of competitors is improving every year. We now have around fifteen players with an R ranking (regional), a total that has doubled in two years,” Droff stated.
This growth in regional-level players underscores the club’s commitment to developing talent and fostering a competitive environment. For those unfamiliar, a regional ranking (R) signifies a player’s standing within their regional badminton association, indicating a certain level of skill and competitive experience. The doubling of players achieving this ranking within two years is a testament to the effectiveness of the club’s training and development programs.
Looking Ahead: Regional Championships and Continued Growth
The US Vern badminton club’s success isn’t limited to individual victories. it reflects a broader trend of growth and ambition within the organization. The club’s dedication to nurturing talent across all age groups, combined with a strong competitive spirit, positions it for continued success in the future. The upcoming regional championships will be a key test for the veteran and senior players, providing an opportunity to build on their recent achievements and further elevate the club’s profile.
Interested individuals can find more information about the US Vern badminton club at badvern.com and on the club’s social media channels. Contact information for inquiries is available at [email protected].
The club will be closely following the Interclubs FFBaD national championships, with results available at badmania.fr. The FFBaD (Fédération Française de Badminton) oversees all national, regional, and departmental interclub competitions, as detailed on their website: icbad.ffbad.org.
Next up for many of these players is the regional championship in Kervignac, Morbihan, this weekend. Maintain an eye on the club’s website and social media for updates and results.
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