Badminton at Birmingham

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1 Badminton at Birmingham University of Birmingham Sport (UBSport) is among the best universities for badminton in the country, and a high performance centre for Badminton England. As a priority sport, the Badminton club benefits from the services and support of the Hi Performance Centre which includes fitness testing and screening, nutritional advice, sports medicine, physiotherapy services and sports psychology support. Famous Alumni Alyssa Lim (BA English 2011) has been mixed doubles National Champion as a junior and continues to progress through the senior ranks at a great rate. Alyssa competed in the 2010 and 2012 World University Championships placing 7th in her latest attempt, UBSport has a great set-up for supporting athletes who are aiming to reach the top level of their sport. I have found the strength & conditioning and physiotherapy support particularly invaluable. The staff are really welcoming and are able to offer advice and guidance to help you reach your full potential. Alyssa is currently looking to qualify for the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow 2014 and is working towards 2016 and 2020 Olmypic aspirations. Additionally, recent Alumni Catherine Grant and James Lauder both have representational honours at England Junior level. James continues to train from the University itself and alongside climbing the UK rankings and competing internationally, he coaches and mentors our aspiring Badminton studentship to continue in the manner that Birmingham has established in recent years.

2 Badminton at Birmingham Competition The club takes part in the annual British Universities and Colleges Sport (BUCS) team and individual Championships. Three mens teams and two womens teams enter into the BUCS leagues, progressing to knock-outs after Christmas and culminating in a multi sport Championships in March. Players also have the opportunity to be selected for English and British University sides. In addition to BUCS competitions, the club runs seven teams in the Birmingham League, with the top teams competing very successfully in division 1 for men s, women s and mixed doubles. Results Birmingham is consistently ranked within the top 3 universities for sport and for badminton in the UK. Over the past 10 years, UBSport has produced the BUCS men s singles individual champion on 6 occasions, twice in the women s singles and won 6 gold medals in the knock-out competitions. Current scholar, Jana Ciznarova, competes for Slovakia on a senior level and achieved multiple BUCS quarter-final positions in 2013 for the University club. Studying at Birmingham The University of Birmingham was established in 1900 and has long been one of the premier academic institutes in the UK; As a top 3 university for sport it is an ideal place to combine sport with a well respected programme of study. For more information on undergraduate courses visit Coaching Lorraine Cole, former England international, took the role of head coach in Lorraine has previously coached England U19, GB youth national U17 coach after being U19 coach for 13 years. e: l.m.cole@bham.ac.uk University of Birmingham Printed on a recycled grade paper containing 100% post-consumer waste.

3 Sport Scholarships Nurturing athletes natural talent to reach their full potential

4 University of Birmingham Sport Scholarships Since it s inception in 1994, the University of Birmingham Sport Scholarship scheme has helped hundreds of student-athletes to maximise their potential. In 2012, 7 alumni competed at the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Among our illustrious alumni are Olympians: o Paul Manning (Cycling, Beijing 2008 gold) o Pamela Relph (pictured top left) (Rowing, London 2012 gold) o Hannah England (pictured on cover) (Athletics, 2011 World Championship silver) o Louise Hazel (pictured top right) (Athletics, 2010 Commonwealth gold) o James Fair (Hockey) o Naomi Folkard (Archery) o Tom Hall-Butcher (Fencing) o Lindsey Maguire (Rowing) o Dean Miller (Athletics) o Lora Turnham (Cycling) Along with o Luke Gunn (Athletics, UK National Champion) o Chrissie Wellington (Ironman, quadruple World Champion) o Non Stanford (Triathlon, U23 World Triathlon Champion) Current Scholars include: o Ciara Horne Physiotherapy Current Welsh Cycling Individual Pursuit record holder and multiple BUCS medallist and record holder o Jonny Hay Chemistry (pictured middle right) Multiple Track and Field/Cross-Country GB Junior and U23 representative and European Junior 5k Bronze medallist o Lauren Howarth Medicine Cross-Country/Track and Field GB Senior representative and National Champion o Lucas Rowe SPECS (pictured bottom right) GB Judo Senior squad member and multiple National Junior and BUCS Champion o Hannah Walker Biochemistry (pictured middle left) GB Cross-Country and Distance U23 and Junior representative and BUCS Champion Five Reasons why performance athletes choose Birmingham: UBSport currently offer around 40 University of Birmingham Sport scholarships per annum in a gold, silver and bronze format as well as 20 Sports Performance Awards, 2 team scholarships, a selected number of Talent ID awards and support the Royal and Ancient golf bursary scheme Individualised and cutting-edge sports scholarship programme Top 3 university for sport Full-time team of specialist practitioners Distinguished coaching staff Top class academic reputation

5 The University awards scholarships each year to National and International level athletes who are studying, or are about to study, at Birmingham. These awards provide financial and specialist support to talented young athletes. I chose the University of Birmingham as it has a great course and the Hockey is second-to-none, with pitches on campus and the support that is always there when I m struggling. Everything I need is offered to me to aid my development as a player. Anna Toman GB Junior International (Hockey) Benefits o Annual peak membership to the University gym and swimming pool o Free access to sports specific training facilities o Access to sports science and sports medicine support services o Access to strength and conditioning (S&C) coaching and S&C performance gym o High performance coaching o Performance athlete life skills workshops o Allocated mentor for lifestyle support o Funding towards cost of equipment, competition and training costs If I had gone to another University and studied Medicine, without the support of my course and the scholarships team, I have no doubt that I would have missed out on competing for Great Britain as I have in the past year. Lauren Howarth GB Junior International (Athletics) I would strongly encourage any aspiring sportsperson to come to Birmingham, the staff are great and have provided all that I have asked of them and have helped me tremendously. Tom Hickman (Karate) World Junior #1 and British Senior Representative. Birmingham is fantastic; I came solely for my Athletics but ended up falling in love with the city and the set-up here. The scholarship team have had a major impact on my success; it s definitely a set-up that you can come into and excel within. Mike Sweeney (Athletics, Decathlon) GB U23 Representative.

6 How to apply Application forms are available on request or to download on the University of Birmingham Sport website ac.uk/scholarships Send completed forms together with a supporting statement to the Sports Scholarships Manager at the address overleaf. Scholarships are open to all students irrespective of nationality or course. We welcome applications from prospective students, even if they have not yet received an offer, or had a place confirmed at the University. Scholarships are reviewed annually and we encourage applications from any year of study. Successful scholarship applicants will be expected to sign a contract accepting the terms and conditions of the programme. As part of the agreement the athlete is expected to compete for the University in British University and Colleges Sport (BUCS) competitions and championships. Applications open in January and close in June of each year. The fastest people on the planet chose Birmingham to complete their preparations for the London Olympics. Team Jamaica, including world and Olympic champion sprinters Usain Bolt and Yohan Blake rated Birmingham as their best pre-olympic training base to-date.

7 Other Scholarships Sports Performance Awards 2013 saw the introduction of the sports performance award. 20 of these awards are available to all incoming applicants. Each successful applicant will receive an award to the value of 1,000 in services a year, for the 3 years of their study, dependant on upholding a minimum of 2:1 academic progression. All applicants should be applying for a full-time undergraduate programme. Criteria Competing at least at county level or above within chosen sport (or equivalent thereof). How to apply application forms are available on request or to download on the University of Birmingham Sport website Closing date is beginning of March each year. Paul Weston Triathlon Scholarship In memory of Paul Weston (Sport and Exercise Science, 2002) additional funding ( 2,000) is available for one outstanding individual in the sport of Triathlon. This award can be put towards training and competition costs. Previous recipients include current GB elite female Non Stanford. Criteria those achieving national recognition at least at U18 level as well as satisfying the academic entry requirements for chosen course. How to apply applications forms are available on request or via the University of Birmingham Sport website bham.ac.uk/scholarships. Closing date is late July each year. Royal and Ancient Golf Bursary Scheme In addition to the golf performance programme the R&A also offer bursaries of between 500 and 10,000 to individuals in full time education. The scheme is open to both men and women of any nationality. Criteria guideline handicap of +1 or better for men and 3 or better for women. How to apply applications forms are available on the Royal and Ancient website Applications usually open in August and close in November. Send your applications directly to the R&A. Image Delly Carr ITU

8 Talented Athlete Scholarship Scheme (TASS) Luke Gunn biography UBSport Sports Scholarships Manager Birmingham is a TASS hub, one of only eight hubs in the country and is well recognised for its excellent practise in student-athlete support. TASS is a government funded programme which awards scholarships (value of 3,500) to talented athletes who are committed to combining their academic studies with high-performance sport. Scholars may study in any subject, and a variety of Paralympic, winter and summer sports are considered. You should be achieving national recognition in a sport at least at U18 level. Scholarships are awarded on an annual basis and individuals are nominated by their National Governing Body (NGB). For further details please visit the TASS website ( or contact your NGB. Nominations usually take place between July and September. University of Birmingham Sport Edgbaston, Birmingham, B15 2TT, United Kingdom Benefits o Access to specialist support services within your host university (sports science, sports medicine, and S&C) o Access to training facilities o Funding towards elite coaching, competition, training costs and equipment o Mentoring o Series of Talented Athlete Lifestyle Workshops NB. TASS athletes at Birmingham also receive all the benefits of a UBS scholar including free gym membership and swimming pool access. Tel: munrow@bham.ac.uk Website: UBSportScholarships UBSportScholarships Qualifications: o BSc Sports and Materials Science, University of Birmingham (2006) o BSc Applied Economics, Florida State University (2009) Experience: o Started his current role in 2010, after a period of time on a sports scholarship in the U.S collegiate system, which he began after completing his degree at the University of Birmingham o Luke has been a captain and mentor to many athletes/sportspersons at both the University of Birmingham and Florida State University, winning National titles with both teams o Luke has coached and spoken at a number of workshops, courses and conferences run by British Athletics, England Athletics, England Hockey, Kings Camps, Full Potential, ADIDAS, ASICS, University of Birmingham and TASS Sporting Career: o 3,000m steeplechase personal best: (2008) 26th UK all-time list o Represented England at the 2010 and 2006 Commonwealth Games (3,000m steeplechase) o Four-time UK Champion (3,000m Steeplechase) o Multiple All-American during NCAA career ( ) o Numerous Junior and Senior representational honours 8329 University of Birmingham Printed on a recycled grade paper containing 100% post-consumer waste.