Performance
Badminton Wales Performance Programme (BWPP)
Introduction
Badminton Wales (BW) are dedicated to provide committed athletes, who demonstrate the right performance behaviours, with the opportunity to advance their badminton careers.
Athlete Journey
Athletes can progress through the BW performance programme stages, aiming to reach the GB programme.
Programme Purpose
Our goal is to support and develop Welsh athletes, helping them discover what they are capable of.
Badminton Wales Performance Programme (BWPP)
↑ Athlete progression through the programme stages ↑
Performance Level Support
| Performance level | Support available |
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| Perform |
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| Emerging |
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| Developing |
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| Rising Stars |
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Performance Criteria: Rising Stars
| Domestic Events | |
|---|---|
| BW U13/U15 National Championships | Winner |
| BE U13/U15 Silver | Finalist |
| BW U13/U15 Junior Series | Winner x3 |
- Achieve all the above in singles ONLY within a 12-month period
- Eligible for players up to U15
Performance Criteria: Developing
| Events | Standard | Para |
|---|---|---|
| Championship Events | ||
| World Championships | Representation | |
| European Championships / Games | Representation | Last 16 |
| European Junior Championships | Last 16 | |
| U17 European Juniors | Last 16 | |
| U15 Europeans (U15 Quad) | Last 16 | Medal (S) |
| International Events | ||
| International Challenge | Entry into Level 2 internationals | |
| International Series | Last 16 | |
| Future Series | Quarter Finalist | |
| U19 Internationals | Quarter Finalist | |
| U17 Internationals | Quarter Finalist | |
| U15 Internationals | Medallist | |
| Domestic Events | ||
| BW Senior National Championships | Final | UK – Medallist |
| BE Senior Gold | Finalist | Top 5 in Para Class |
| BE Senior Silver | WIN | |
| BE U19 Gold | Medallist | |
| BE U17 Gold (Singles) | Medallist (S) | |
| BE U15 Gold (Singles) | Medallist (S) | |
| World Ranking | ||
| Anyone achieving Gold* for U17 and below status a year early in age group | WR of top 50 | |
| Wins over top 30 | ||
Minimum of two performance measures to be achieved / where possible achieve one criteria more than once. Doubles results will be considered for established partnerships, not stand-alone results. U19s hitting criteria in senior international tournaments across multi-disciplines may be taken into consideration. S = Singles, D = Doubles (level or mixed).
Performance Criteria: Emerging
| Events | Standard | Para |
|---|---|---|
| Championship Events | ||
| World Championships | Representation | |
| World Junior Championships | Last 16 | |
| European Championships / Games | Quarter Finalist (S), Medallist (D) | Quarter Finalist |
| European Junior Championships | Quarter Finalist (S), Medallist (D) | |
| U17 European Juniors | Quarter Finalist (S), Medallist (D) | |
| U15 Europeans (U15 Quad) | Medallist | Win (S) |
| International Events | ||
| International Challenge | Last 16 | Level 2 Quarter Finalist |
| International Series | Quarter Finalist (S), Medallist (D) | |
| Future Series | Medallist (S), Finalist (D) | |
| U19 Internationals | Medallist | |
| U17 Internationals | Finalist | |
| U15 Internationals | Finalist | |
| Domestic Events | ||
| BW National Championships | Win | UK – Finalist |
| BE Senior Gold | Win | |
| BE Senior Silver | ||
| BE U19 Gold | Win | |
| BE U17 Gold (Singles) | Win | |
| BE U15 Gold (Singles) | ||
| World Ranking | ||
| World ranking | Top 400 | WR of top 25 |
| Wins over top 20 | ||
Minimum of two performance measures must be achieved / where possible achieve one criteria more than once. Doubles results will be considered for established partnerships, not stand-alone results. U19s hitting criteria in senior international tournaments across multi-disciplines may be taken into consideration. S = Singles, D = Doubles (level or mixed).
Performance Criteria: Perform
| Events | Standard | Para |
|---|---|---|
| Championship Events | ||
| World Championships | Last 32 | Quarter Finalist |
| European Championships / Games | Last 16 | Finalist |
| European Junior Championships | Winner | |
| U17 European Championships | Finalist | |
| U15 Europeans (U15 Quad) | ||
| International Events | ||
| International Challenge | Medallist (S), Medallist (D) | Level 2 Finalist |
| International Series | Medallist (S), Finalist (D) | Level 1 Medallist |
| Future Series | Finalist (S), Winner (D) | |
| U19 Internationals | Winner | |
| U17 Internationals | ||
| U15 Internationals | ||
| Domestic Events (U19 players only) | ||
| BW National Championships | UK – Winner | |
| BE Senior Gold | ||
| BE Senior Silver | ||
| BE U19 Gold | ||
| BE U17 Gold (Singles) | ||
| BE U15 Gold (Singles) | ||
| World Ranking | ||
| World ranking | WR Top 100 | WR top 15 |
| Wins over top 10 | ||
Minimum of two performance measures must be achieved / where possible achieve one criteria more than once. Doubles results will be considered for established partnerships, not stand-alone results. U19s hitting criteria in senior international tournaments across multiple disciplines may be taken into consideration. S = Singles, D = Doubles (level or mixed).
BWPP Conditions
| Player Commitment |
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| Eligibility |
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| Annual Reviews |
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Players who achieve performance criteria throughout the year will be evaluated during the annual review meeting in December to determine their eligibility for a place on the BWPP. All current BWPP players will undergo an annual review to assess their performance and progression throughout the calendar year. Players will be evaluated on their results, performances, and overall progress against their agreed development goals. The review will also consider whether players are demonstrating the level of progress and commitment required to remain on the programme. |
Badminton Wales Player Core Values – #TIMETORISE
BWPP Review Process
The following outlines the Performance Principles necessary for BWPP selection. Selection is not solely based on results; instead, it considers four equally important factors. Each player will be evaluated against these four criteria to determine their eligibility and invitation to join the BWPP.
Commitment to BWPP
Commitment to BWPP involves adhering to the recommended training load and competitive exposure. Players must meet the on-court and off-court training hours appropriate for their developmental stage and work towards the weekly training hours required for full-time play. They should ensure the quantity and quality of their competitive exposure aligns with their development needs and the identified domestic / international competitions, as outlined in the Player Agreement and in consultation with the Head of Performance.Performance Behaviour & Programme Engagement
The player consistently exhibits the performance behaviours outlined in the 'Time To Rise' core values. They must proactively manage their own development, show high levels of self-reliance and professionalism, and maintain a positive, open growth mindset towards learning and improvement. The player must also fully engage with their BWPP, appropriate to their stage in the development pathway.Performance Trajectory
Players will demonstrate continuous improvement in performance standards and progress in their identified development areas.Results
The performance team has established guidelines to define the required standards of results for players in the BWPP.Player Tracking and Monitoring
BW will monitor players competing in our domestic tournaments, Badminton England's domestic events, and international circuit tournaments.
We recognise that players develop at different rates and ages throughout their journey. Therefore, our BWPP offers a flexible approach, allowing players to join at any stage — provided they meet our criteria.
The BW review panel will conduct biannual evaluations to assess player progress and ensure alignment with BW and GB performance pathway standards.
For details on how to enter Junior & Senior International Tournaments, click here.
Anti-Doping
The anti-doping rules of Badminton Wales are the rules published by UK Anti-Doping (or its successor), as amended from time to time.
If you are a member of Badminton Wales then the anti-doping rules apply to you, regardless of what level you participate at. You can find the UK Anti-Doping Rules here. For further information on Anti-Doping including medication, nutritional supplements etc, please click here.
2026 Selection Criteria.