The 2026 Yonex U15 & U19 Australian National Team Championships wrapped up at Albert Park yesterday, with Victoria taking out the top spot in both age divisions.
Run by Badminton Australia from July 5th to July 7th, the three-day tournament brought together state teams from across the country to compete for the national junior titles.
Under 15: Val Nesbitt Trophy
In the Under 15 division, the U15 VIC Rebels finished at the top, claiming the Val Nesbitt Trophy. New South Wales and Western Australia rounded out the top podium spots.
Final Standings:
- U15 VIC Rebels
- NSW Thunder
- WA Wasps
- NSW Lightning
Under 19: CP Maddern Trophy
The Under 19 division saw an identical result, with the U19 VIC Rebels securing first place to take home the CP Maddern Trophy.
Final Standings:
- U19 VIC Rebels
- NSW Thunder
- WA Wasps
- NSW Lightning
Congratulations to our VIC Rebels on an incredible National Championships performance, securing both the U19 C.P. Maddern Trophy and the U15 Val Nesbitt Trophy.
These results are a credit to the dedication, hard work, and resilience of our athletes, as well as the support of our coaches, team managers, families, and the wider Victorian badminton community.
Badminton Victoria also congratulates all participating states and territories on a highly competitive tournament, with strong performances and great sportsmanship shown throughout the championships.
We extend our sincere thanks to Badminton Australia and the event team at Albert Park for their work in delivering a well-run national event.
See tournament result here (Tournament Software)
Access the event documentation here (BV Flikr, BA Flikr and Team Photos)
