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Badminton Alberta will continue to utilize the amended junior circuit eligibility regulations for 2026

Effective 01 January 2026, Badminton Alberta is continuing with the following regulations pertaining to the YONEX Alberta Junior Circuit events for the upcoming 2026 season of 01 January 2026 - 31 December 2026.

The success of the implemented changes of the past 2025 season have provided a strong foundation for future sanctioned junior circuit events in Alberta. The changes have provided athletes of any ability the opportunity to compete in a safe and welcoming environment.

For all GOLD events, a player must have the minimum of 2,500 ranking POINTS (not Total Points) in singles and/or 3,500 ranking POINTS in doubles or mixed doubles to be eligible.

For all SILVER events, a player with 3,000 ranking POINTS (not Total Points) or more in singles and/or 4,000 ranking POINTS or more in doubles or mixed doubles will be ineligible to compete in any age category in SILVER events.

For all BRONZE events, a player may not exceed 1,000 ranking POINTS (not Total Points) in singles and/or 1,500 ranking POINTS in doubles or mixed doubles to remain eligible to compete in any age category in BRONZE events.

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