What the Network achieved in the first 5 years, 2020–2025

In the first phase, the goal was simple. Build a sustainable badminton network in Warrington and offer consistent training opportunities for juniors, five days a week. This was not only achieved, it was exceeded.

The network grew into a six days a week operation, on some days running three different sessions. It became the biggest junior badminton club in the North West, something nobody predicted in 2020.

Two high schools invited Coach Frank directly to deliver sessions on site, confirming the reputation and the impact already made. In practice, one coach alone ended up entertaining hundreds of children every week in Warrington. The foundation was built, the culture was established, the demand is proven.

What we want to achieve in the next 5 years, 2025–2030

The next phase is no longer about building numbers, it is about building depth. The aim is to create a full Coaching Team inside the Network, a clear method of development steps for players, a learning pathway for assistant coaches.

More coaches open more sessions across Warrington and surrounding areas, regular school engagement, accessible affordable 121 coaching for adults, a dedicated morning performance group for talented juniors, the long awaited training camps and the launch of our own junior league and low level tournament calendar.

This phase is about transforming a one coach operation into a structured coaching ecosystem.

The Next 5 Years in Detail

1. Build the Coaching Team

Aim: Move from a one coach operation to a fully supported coaching team.

Steps:

• Recruit and develop Level 1 and Level 2 coaches, ideally from inside the Network.
• Create clear roles, for example technical assistant, footwork specialist, matchplay supervisor, feeder coach, school session coach.
• Create clear revenue options for students, young adults to see the business side of all these junior and adult coaching opportunities.
• Build a development pathway for coaches, what they learn in Foundation sessions and Intermediate sessions.
• Encourage coaches to contribute ideas, session concepts, matchplay structure, school initiatives.
• Create a culture where coaches learn from each other and from you, not only copy sessions, but understand the principles behind them.

Outcome by 2030
A stable team of 6–10 coaches supporting weekly operations, each with specific roles and strengths.

2. Formalise Player Development Steps

Aim: Create a clear training documentation that all players and coaches can access and follow.

Steps:

• Explain the 12 level system I already use, from Beginner 1 up to Top 2.
• Create coach guidelines for each level, what technical and tactical progress must be evident before promotion.
• Train coaches to understand development speed, how to recognise readiness, how to support players who progress quicker or slower.
• Introduce consistent assessment weeks across groups, maybe every 12–16 weeks.

Outcome by 2030
A recognisable method that parents, players and coaches understand, making progression fair and transparent.

3. Expand Weekly Training and Open New Sessions

Aim: Respond to demand and build more training access points.

Steps:

• Add new junior sessions when numbers justify, across Warrington, Great Sankey, Padgate, Penketh, Lymm, Birchwood or Culcheth.
• Open more beginner groups for 6–9 year olds where demand is huge.
• Consolidate intermediate and advanced groups to prepare for tournament and county expectations.
• Introduce occasional themed open sessions, for example backhand day, footwork day, multi shuttle day, etc.

Outcome by 2030
8–10 junior sessions across the week, accessible to all levels.

4. School Engagement Programme

Aim: Build long term player pipelines through local schools.

Steps:

• Continue delivering weekly sessions in the two schools already working with you.
• Approach more schools with structured offers, regular PE lessons, after school clubs, talent ID sessions.
• Offer a route for schools to send their stronger players into the morning academy group.
• Or partner with schools that offer space so we can develop their students toward the highest levels in England.
• Train L2 coaches to deliver school level sessions confidently.

Outcome by 2030
6–10 schools engaged annually to hold sessions and join the Warrington Primary School Competition, constant arrival of new juniors into the Network.

5. Affordable Adult 121 Coaching Programme

Aim: Make individual coaching accessible to adults who want to improve, without elite pricing.

Steps

• Offer 121 sessions early mornings, late evenings or weekends.
• Run occasional semi private 2 to 1 lessons for affordability.
• Introduce themed adult clinics, for example net play clinic, smash mechanics clinic, footwork bootcamp.
• Make warm up and cool down clinics, specialised to avoid injuries.
• Link adults to your tournament calendar and adult beginners league.

Outcome by 2030
A strong adult community around the Network, supported, improving and loyal.

6. Morning Performance Group for Dedicated Juniors

Aim: Prepare the next wave of county, regional and national level players where continuous training is a must.

Steps

• Build a morning programme two or three times a week before school, ideally 7 to 8.30.
• Partner with one or two local schools for flexible start times for selected athletes.
• Deliver high quality sessions with small groups, focusing on footwork, power generation, strength and conditioning.
• Build a culture of responsibility and excellence in the morning academy.

Outcome by 2030
A recognised elite junior programme that produces players ready for top county and England pathway opportunities.

7. Junior League and Tournament Calendar of Sunrise Badminton Network

Aim: Give players regular, meaningful match experience on their levels to help them advance.

Steps

• Launch the Junior League with divisions based on ability not age.
• Host four seasonal in house tournaments per year, winter, spring, summer, autumn.
• Offer beginner friendly formats, team matches, singles and doubles festivals.
• Use these events to train assistant coaches in competition management and fairness.
• Build relationships with other clubs for inter club junior matches.

Outcome by 2030
A full calendar of matches where players learn confidence, responsibility and performance.

8. Adult Competitive Development Sessions and Teams

Aim: Create a structured session for adults to train, compete and grow in real competitive environments.

Steps

• Open a dedicated adult session for players who want more than casual play and are ready to challenge themselves in match situations.
• Build a training structure that prepares adults for local league matches in Wigan, Liverpool, Manchester and other nearby areas.
• Help players understand how to manage match pressure, emotional swings, intimidation, tactical adaptation and momentum changes.
• Teach competitive habits, shot selection under pressure, physical preparation and recovery routines that adult players often lack.
• Create a supportive environment where adults can learn, gain confidence and discover their competitive identity.
• Offer optional 121 add-ons for match reviews, video analysis or technical corrections.

Outcome by 2030
A strong adult team representing the Network in local leagues, confident in competition, mentally resilient and improving season by season.