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BBFUK is a national network of likeminded individuals
We are a pioneering organisation that consists of a range of badminton enthusiasts, including: players; tournament organisers; club leaders; and promoters of badminton. We meet biannually to review the players’ listings which categorises all the players to the level most suited to their ability and skill. Players are measured against a range of criteria such as tournament performances, league performances, general ability, but most weight is given to tournament wins.
Initially we produced a players category list which only included only Bangladeshi players. However, because of its popularity we have expanded to include players of all backgrounds which means we are inclusive and more comprehensive.
The concept of the list was borne from issues surrounding players coming to tournaments and playing matches against others who were of significantly higher or lower ability. Thereby matches became unfairly weighted in the favour of the same players each time. This was not a fair approach to allow others to compete against players of a similar ability and provide them with an equal opportunity to win.
Ziaul Goznovi was the driving force behind creating the BBFUK we have today. He called the first meeting in 2010, inviting prominent members of the London based Bangladeshi badminton community to come together to discuss the above issue. Whilst others were aware of the problem of mismatched tournaments, he was the first person to take the initiative to try to formally address the issue and find a way forward. The initial meeting led to a second consultation during which the BBFUK was formally created. It was subsequently agreed that other delegates from the British Bangladeshi badminton community nationally would be invited to join the organisation. The intention of this was to reflect the make-up of badminton players across the country and make the game as inclusive as possible.
BBFUK have a formalised structure which consists of a committee who are elected by the members. They serve a minimum of a two year term after which a new committee is elected. Committee members have roles which they undertake to ensure the organisation runs as smoothly as possibly adhering to all rules and regulations under the constitution of the BBFUK.
