Edina Girls Badminton
2015 Edina Girl’s Badminton
Guidelines for Players and Parents
The following information pertains to this years Edina Girl’s Badminton program.
Please review these guidelines and be ready to enjoy an incredibly fun filled
season on the courts.
Coaches
Varsity Coach
Assistant Coach
& Coordinator
Steve Henke
Margo Henke edinabadminton@comcast.net
Goals for the Season
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To become better badminton players mentally and physically.
To respect and learn more about the game of badminton.
To display integrity, honesty and proper etiquette on and off the court.
To create a fair and competitive spirit within our team.
To have fun!
Team Participants and Matches
All players will play at least one match each scheduled match date(with the
exception being tri-matches and tournaments).
1. The varsity badminton team will consist of the top 10 players. Players will be
selected using the criteria described in the team selection.
2. The junior varsity badminton team will consist of the next 10 players.
Selection for this team will be described in team selection.
3. All players should be aware of the time commitment for practices and
matches. Players are expected to attend all practices and/or matches
throughout the season. Be aware of the multiple activities statement.
Team Policies
1. Chemical/Substance use: The Edina High School Chemical Policy will be
followed. Please be aware that the first infraction consists of missing two
weeks of matches. Make good decisions!
2. Practice times and locations are found on player’s calendars. Please
check our BADMINTON CALENDAR
3. Absence Policy: Players are expected to contact their coach prior to
missing practice. Failing to contact coaches may result in a player being held
out of their next match.
4. School Work: It is your responsibility to make up any work you miss due to
early dismissal from school for a match. Please talk to your teachers to set
up a time to make up work.
5. Behavior: Players are expected to be honest and display proper etiquette on
the court. Please report improper behavior to your coach if issues should
arise.
Team Selection
1. The varsity team will consist of the top 10 players who:
a. Show the greatest level of skill and scoring throughout try-outs and
challenge matches.
b. Consistently hit the birdie accurately. (Coaches will evaluate players
during tryouts)
c. Understand the rules of badminton.
d. Display a passion for the game of badminton.
e. Are responsible and dependable players (attend all practices).
f. Final line-ups are the sole discretion of the coaches.
g. Conditions in the past years to “Letter” have been to play in 2 Varsity
matches, however that was a guideline, we attempt to grant letters to
those whose skill and commitment is exceptional.
2. The junior varsity team will consist of the next 10 players who:
a. Have demonstrated the same qualities as above.
3. Exhibition matches are as valid as Varsity and JV. This designation brings on
a lot of un-needed angst as this is simply a term used by the high schools
designating everyone not in the top 20 matches. Don’t sweat this, most
schools have 60 + girls and will play multiple matches if possible. “Exhibition”
players often have to compete against the top players at the smaller schools.
I consider everyone not in the top ten varsity spots, junior varsity.
4. Coaches will move players between the teams, as they deem necessary
throughout the season.
Team Uniforms
1. Players are expected to purchase a team uniform. Team shirts and shorts
must be worn during each match. Proper attire and etiquette must be
displayed at all times (including practice). Shoes must be non-marking court
or tennis shoes. Remember, we are guests at other high school gyms.
2. More team apparel may be available at the beginning of the season. More
details to be given later.
Transportation
1. Students must provide their own transportation to and from practice. There
are activity buses shuttling from the high school to Southview. Practice for the
varsity and junior varsity will be held at the Southview Middle School Main
Gym. Enter on the west side by the aquatic center.
2. Edina High School will provide transportation to away matches. Players must
ride with the team bus.
Basic Order of play for Badminton from MSHSL
1. A team shall consist 10 players (4 singles, 3 doubles teams)
2. Meet will be determined by most team wins out of the possible 4 singles and
3 doubles matches.
3. Individual matches will be best of 3, 21 point games.
Final Thoughts
We’re excited to be a part of the fastest growing Edina Varsity sport. Check out
the BADMINTON WEBSITE. We will maintain this page and provide regular
updates and throughout our season. One of our main areas of attention this year
will involve a player’s awareness of court management and proper practice
routines. During practices, we will coach players in shot options and strategies
while playing matches. Players hoping to make our team must be willing to work
both mentally and physically in preparing for our short season. It is important to
work hard outside of practice to master basic skills. While we will do everything
we can to work on fundamentals, team time is better spent working on match
play. Players can expect to practice 2- 2½ hours each night after school.
Practice will begin at 3:30 pm and usually go until 5:30 pm. Players should make
the necessary arrangements to attend all practices. It is our hope to continue our
pursuit of fun while becoming more focused during practice and matches. Margo
& Steve Henke