Cavaliers Capture Provincial Gold as Cavaliers End Six-Year Streak in Collegiate Badminton Final

The Cavaliers du Collège de Bois-de-Boulogne captured the provincial collegiate mixed badminton Division 2 title with a 4-2 victory over the Dynamiques du Cégep de Sainte-Foy in the championship final held April 19, 2026, at Cégep Garneau in Quebec City.

The victory ended a remarkable six-year consecutive championship streak by the Dynamiques, who had dominated the provincial scene since 2020. The Cavaliers’ triumph marked their first provincial title in the mixed Division 2 category since 2019, restoring balance to a competition that had seen Sainte-Foy’s program establish unprecedented dominance.

The path to the title began with semifinal victories on April 18. In the first semifinal, the Cavaliers defeated the Volontaires du Cégep de Sherbrooke 4-1, while in the second semifinal, the Dynamiques edged past the Demons du Collège Marianopolis by the same 4-1 score. These results set up the highly anticipated final between the two powerhouses.

The championship match lived up to its billing, with the Cavaliers securing the gold medal through consistent performance across all five matches. The decisive 4-2 victory reflected the team’s depth and resilience, particularly in crucial doubles encounters where they gained the upper hand.

In the bronze medal match, the Demons du Collège Marianopolis defeated the Volontaires du Cégep de Sherbrooke 4-0 to claim third place. This clean sweep demonstrated Marianopolis’ strength in the consolation bracket and secured their position on the provincial podium.

The provincial all-star team was announced following the championship, recognizing outstanding individual performances throughout the tournament. The honorees included Jackson Zhou and Yanqing Wang from the Cavaliers, Olivier Hamel and Raphaël Gagnon from the Dynamiques and Melissa Chen from the Demons.

Simone Huang of the Cavaliers du Collège de Bois-de-Boulogne was named Most Valuable Player of the tournament, capping an exceptional individual performance that contributed significantly to her team’s championship run. Her selection as MVP underscored the Cavaliers’ balanced attack and depth of talent.

The championship concluded a three-day event that began April 17 at Cégep Garneau, featuring the top collegiate badminton programs from across Quebec’s Division 2 mixed competition. The venue provided excellent facilities for the high-level competition, drawing participants and spectators from throughout the province.

With the provincial title secured, the Cavaliers now turn their focus to upcoming regional competitions and the national collegiate badminton championship later this season. Their victory represents not only a team achievement but also a significant milestone for the Bois-de-Boulogne badminton program, which has worked diligently to return to provincial prominence.

The conclusion of Sainte-Foy’s six-year streak opens new possibilities for the Division 2 landscape, suggesting increased competitiveness and opportunity for other programs to challenge for provincial honors in the coming seasons.

For ongoing updates on collegiate badminton in Quebec and upcoming tournament schedules, visit the RSEQ website.

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