At the 2026 National Corporate Badminton Federation Championships in Hapcheon, Gyeongnam, the Guro-gu Office badminton team secured a mixed doubles title alongside third-place finishes in women’s doubles and the team event, according to official reports.
Guro-gu Office Claims Mixed Doubles Crown at Hapcheon Tournament
The Guro-gu Office badminton squad wrapped up a successful run at the 2026 National Corporate Badminton Federation Championships, held from September 2 to September 9 at the Hapcheon Multi-purpose Gymnasium in Hapcheon-gun. According to municipal announcements, the tournament highlighted the collective depth of the roster as the team claimed top honors in mixed doubles and added two third-place podium finishes.
In the mixed doubles draw, Kim Hye-rin teamed up with Kim Jae-hwan of the Goyang City Hall team to capture the championship.
Podium Finishes Highlight Growing Squad Depth
Beyond the mixed doubles gold, Guro-gu Office extended its success into both the women’s doubles and team competitions. Kim Hye-rin paired with Kim Yun-ju in the women’s doubles bracket, advancing to the semifinals to finish in third place. In the team event, the broader squad also secured a third-place finish, capping off a well-rounded campaign across multiple divisions.
The results point to steady development for the program. Established toward the end of 2024, the Guro-gu Office badminton team is currently competing in its third year of existence. Podium appearances across national corporate circuits reflect the organization’s rising competitiveness.
Institutional Support and Future Outlook
Municipal leadership attributes part of the team’s stability to dedicated funding and organizational backing. The local government was selected for the public sector category of the 2025 Workplace Athletic Club Establishment Support Public Contest, securing vital training subsidies that have helped reinforce operational foundations.
Guro-gu Mayor Jang In-hong acknowledged the milestone, noting that the players’ achievements in their third operational year demonstrate the value of consistent preparation. Local authorities intend to maintain structured training programs and tournament support to help the roster develop into a representative team for Guro-gu.
