Tournament highlights from Melbourne’s west, community stories and practical guides to badminton rules, equipment and your first game.
The WBi Flagship Doubles Tournament 2026, from the first welcome to the final celebrations. Relive the rallies, the friendships and the people behind the day.
· A story in photographs
Follow the day →Know your first steps, protect the frame and ask the right questions before your next restring.
Read the guide →Choose the right layer, wrap your handle neatly and recognise when a worn or slippery grip needs replacing.
Read the guide →Fit, width, non-marking soles and a practical try-on checklist to help you choose suitable indoor court footwear.
Read the guide →Contribute with a stronger partner, support a developing player and keep social games enjoyable without taking over.
Read the guide →Find a flexible base, get ready for the next reply and make recovery part of your rally. Includes a court diagram and simple practice drills.
Read the guide →Agree your opening roles, defend together and adjust when the rally changes. A friendly guide to building a connected partnership.
Read the guide →Two useful formations, simple court diagrams and easy partner practice to help you cover the space together.
Read the guide →From back-to-back national singles titles to junior coaching: recognising a contribution that reaches beyond the results.
Read the story →Learn the basic forehand and thumb grips, practise changing between them and spot the habits that make gripping harder.
Read the guide →A gentle start and a gradual finish. Simple routines to help you prepare for play and ease out of your next social session.
Read the guide →Practical warm-up, equipment, movement and recovery habits to help reduce your injury risk and keep enjoying the game.
Read the guide →Schools, coaches, inclusive clubs and regional communities: discover the support connecting more Victorians with the game.
Read the story →Three controlled strength movements, practical form cues and a simple practice session to complement your time on court.
Read the guide →Mains, crosses and grommets, explained. Understand what happens during a restring and how to look after your racket.
Read the guide →Less paperwork. No Excel-based draws or scores. Discover how Our Badminton connects organisers, officials and players.
Discover Our Badminton →Find a welcoming session, pack the essentials and feel at home on court. Your first game starts here.
Read the guide →Court hire, socials and the extras. Real venue examples and a simple doubles budget to help you get started.
Read the guide →Four options, different priorities. Compare specifications and find a racquet that suits your game.
Read the guide →A practical guide to string gauge, tension and your next restring. Find a setup that suits your game.
Read the guide →Know the score, find your service court and play with confidence. A practical guide for casual players.
Read the guide →How AGSA Consulting empowers WBi’s tournament delivery, socials and club operations.
Read success story →From preparations to presentations: the WBi Flagship Doubles Tournament 2026 in photographs.
Read story →Celebrating the chief guest who joined us to open the WBi Flagship Doubles Tournament 2026.
Read story →Simple drills to build court coverage, balance and recovery between shots.
Read story →Feather or synthetic? Explore durability, feel and value for your next game.
Read story →Understand how racket balance affects power, control and net play.
Read story →A practical guide to finding a comfortable, confident grip.
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