Saint-André-de-Cubzac Badminton (SACB) has achieved a historic promotion to the Pré-Nationale division after a successful weekend at the Régionale 1 championship final in Vouillé, near Poitiers, on April 11-12, 2026. The club secured the top spot in their regional pool with 58 points and 10 victories, earning advancement to the national tier for the first time in its history.
The promotion was confirmed following three decisive victories and a single draw during the final weekend of the Régionale 1 season. SACB defeated Saintes 8-0, Buxerolles 5-3, and Limoges 8-0, while holding La Rochelle to a 4-4 draw. These results placed the club first in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine regional pool, ahead of Buxerolles (46 points), La Rochelle (41 points), and other competitors.
Each match in the Régionale 1 championship consists of eight contests: two mixed doubles, one men’s doubles, one women’s doubles, two men’s singles, and two women’s singles. SACB’s success was built on strong performances across all disciplines, with key contributions from players including team captain Acia Lefort, Lauriana Mazeau, Caroline Delepinay, Lina Boughidah, Maxime Humbert, Alla Ressouches, Tom Tourneur, and Romain Péraud.
The club’s achievement was highlighted by Acia Lefort, who served as team captain during the campaign. Speaking about the accomplishment, Lefort stated: “Each player has fully invested in their discipline, and the team has shown dynamism, combativeness, and solidarity without ever giving up. We have also been able to count on golden supporters, whose support has been a precious source of motivation throughout the season.”
SACB’s promotion follows a season marked by additional accomplishments, including the Nouvelle-Aquitaine youth doubles championship won by Lina Boughidah and Celeste Berton (Marmande), and the Gironde departmental men’s doubles title secured by Tom Tourneur and Jean Curnier (Talence). These results underscore the club’s strength across age groups and disciplines.
The club operates from its facilities in Saint-André-de-Cubzac, offering training and competition opportunities for players of all ages and skill levels. SACB maintains an accredited youth development program recognized as a “French Badminton School,” providing structured pathways for young athletes to progress in the sport.
Looking ahead to the Pré-Nationale season, SACB faces modern challenges in the national competition structure. The team will necessitate to adapt to a higher level of competition while maintaining the team spirit and work ethic that drove their regional success. Club officials have acknowledged that the upcoming season will require strategic approaches to team composition and match preparation.
The promotion represents a significant milestone for badminton in the Saint-André-de-Cubzac community, demonstrating the club’s growth and competitiveness within the French badminton hierarchy. As SACB prepares for its debut in the Pré-Nationale division, the accomplishment serves as inspiration for local athletes and reinforces the club’s commitment to excellence in the sport.
For updates on SACB’s Pré-Nationale campaign and future developments, followers can monitor the club’s official communications through its website and social media channels.
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