EVENT INFO
Date & Time
The HOBC Badminton Tournament will take place on Sunday, 30th November 2025, from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
The day will begin with group stage matches in the morning, followed by knockout rounds in the afternoon. The finals are scheduled to start around 5:30 PM, closing the tournament with an exciting finish.
Please arrive early for registration and warm-up. Match schedules will be shared in advance.
Players must declare their rating based on the official listings from Badminton England or BBFUK.
Entry Fee: £60 Per Team
D+ & D OR D & D
Winner: £400 Plus Trophies
Runners-up: £200 Plus Trophies
Third place: Trophies
D- & D-
Winner: £400 Plus Trophies
Runners-up: £200 Plus Trophies
Third place: Trophies
Determine Category
D+ & D OR D & D
Category
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Beginner to
intermediate level skills - Division 4, 5 and below league players
- Does not compete in any Badminton England tournaments
- Casual and recreational players.
D- & D-
Category
- Beginner level skills
- Non league players or max division 5
- Does not compete in any Badminton England tournaments
- Recreational players
- limited skills
- Restricted shot variance
Supporting Club
Thank you to our Supporting Clubs
for your continued support and dedication to badminton in the community.
Venue
The tournament will take place at Luton Sports Village (formerly Inspire), a premier sports facility located on Butterfield Green Road, LU2 8DD. This modern venue features a spacious, well-lit sports hall with high ceilings and professional equipment—perfect for badminton tournaments
Highlights include:
- 8 badminton courts: Four in the main sports hall and four in the adjacent indoor tennis hall – ideal for both singles and doubles matches
- Excellent amenities: Free parking, changing rooms, showers, and spectator seating, ensuring a comfortable experience for players and guests
- Highly accessible: Just a 15-minute drive from Luton Station, with nearby bus routes (Sapphire 100 & 101), making it easy for local and visiting players to get here
This venue offers everything needed to host a successful, professional, and enjoyable tournament—right in the heart of Luton.
Parking & Facilities
Ample parking is available onsite for players, coaches, and spectators
The venue also features:
- On-site café serving light refreshments and drinks
- Indoor seating areas and viewing zones
Categories
Competitors can participate in the following categories:
- Men’s Doubles (Two separate categories):
- D+ & D or D & D (4 courts allocated)
- D- & D- (4 courts allocated)
All matches will be organised in line with the standards set by Badminton England, the Independent Badminton Federation, and Club-level guidelines to ensure fair and competitive gameplay across all categories.
Rules and Regulations
All matches will follow official badminton competition rules as governed by Badminton England, and recognised by the Independent Badminton Federation and BBFUK listing. Key guidelines include:
A full rulebook and detailed tournament schedule will be shared with all registered participants ahead of the event.
- Shuttlecock and court specifications must comply with official regulations
- Quarterfinals and semifinals will follow a best-of-3 games format (to 21 points, rally scoring)
- The final will be played using the traditional championship format
- Last day of enrollment is 48 hours before the tournament date
- Players must arrive at least 30 minutes before their scheduled match
- All players must disclose their ranking (as per Badminton England, BBFUK listing during registration
- Players must upload a photo of themselves and their doubles partner at the time of registration
- Late arrivals may result in forfeiture of the match
- Referees’ decisions are final and non-negotiable
