Forty participants gathered at the sports hall in Le Montat on Thursday, October 22, for a charity badminton evening organized by the Zem’bad Le Montat club to support Octobre Rose and cancer research, Medialot reported. The event ran from 7:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., bringing together both licensed and non-licensed players ranging from beginners to experienced competitors.
The gathering focused on casual play and community solidarity rather than competition. Organizers designed the evening to mix participants of all skill levels across the courts, keeping the atmosphere relaxed while raising funds for the Ligue contre le cancer.
How the Charity Tournament Unfolded in Le Montat
According to announcements previewing the tournament, registration was open to anyone aged 10 and older, with a minimum participation fee of 5 euros or a voluntary donation.
Doors at the halle des sports du Montat opened at 6:00 p.m., ahead of the 7:00 p.m. start time. Organizers established a relaxed format with no official rankings, trophies, or competitive pressure, encouraging participants to focus entirely on the charity effort.
To keep the atmosphere social, the evening featured a potluck-style meal described as an “auberge espagnole,” where players brought food and dishes to share between matches. Registration was managed in advance through the club’s contact channels.
Community Support Across Regional Clubs
Following the event, the Zem’bad Le Montat club highlighted the broad regional turnout that helped make the evening a success. Representatives thanked players who traveled from neighboring clubs in Sauzet, Caussade, Castelnau-Montratier, and Pradines, alongside independent participants who do not hold club licenses.
All proceeds collected through entry fees and donations during the October 22 session are set to be transferred directly to the Ligue contre le cancer to aid breast cancer awareness and ongoing research initiatives.
