1,000 shuttlers join circuit

1,000 shuttlers join circuit

SEMARANG (JP): More than 1,000 shuttlers were expected to
compete in Zone B of the National Badminton Circuit in Tegal,
Central Java, from Sept. 26 to Sept. 30, said organizing
committee chairman Toegimin on Wednesday.

"We already have 100 shuttlers registered but the players
usually register at the last minute one week before the
championship," he said.

"Last year we recorded some 1,000 shuttlers so it's possible
there will be more players this year," he added.

Toegimin, who is also secretary of the Central Java chapter of
the Indonesian Badminton Association (PBSI), said the event would
also serve as a qualification for juniors to join the Indonesian
Badminton Center (PBI) in Cipayung, East Jakarta.

"All players have the same chance to join the center with good
performance," he said.

"They have to reach good levels in four consecutive
championships. They also have to show consistency during the
championships."

The four events are Jakarta Open, SGS Open, Surabaya Open, and
the National Circuit.

He said the organizing committee sent invitations to all
PBSI's chapters and badminton clubs throughout the country.

"But we didn't invite the Maluku chapter considering current
social conflicts," he said. (har)