Chen wins gold

Representing the Pierrefonds-based West Island Badminton club, Cynthia Chen won gold in under-12 singles and silver in u-12 doubles at the recently held provincial badminton tournament in Laval. West Island’s Jonathan Frenette, voted one of the top-four junior players in the province last year, captured silver in the u-16 boys’ singles category.

“We have had some outstanding players in the past but at this point Cynthia is the strongest female player for her age ever produced in this region,� said West Island Badminton Club head coach David Pealow. “She didn’t even push herself in the final. Meanwhile, Jonathan’s silver was a terrific feat as well. He was playing against older competition, and showed style and great nerve.�

Elsewhere, West Island’s Kelly cardazzi captured silver in u-12 doubles while Chris Cardazzi advanced to the semifinal round in u-12 singles.