A great morning of badminton marked by camaraderie, officiating, and sportsmanship!
The gym buzzed to the rhythm of the shuttlecocks during the big badminton event organized as part of the AmLaSud Games. The event, marked by fair play and shared learning, brought together 90 fifth-grade students from Santiago on the courts.
An original and dynamic game mode
In this tournament, the highlight was the singles matches played on a half-court, following the adapted format of the AmLaSud Games: mandatory overhead shots and an additional elevated net, not to mention the famous strategic “Top” rule, which allows players to attempt to score 3 points in a single play.
The young players showed great intensity and remarkable enthusiasm throughout all the games.
The remarkable commitment of the six delegations to officiating
Off the field, the success of this event was due to the exemplary participation of students from various schools in the area. The young athletes from the six delegations (Arequipa, Concepción, Montevideo, Santiago, São Paulo, and Rio de Janeiro) were actively involved in organizing and conducting the games.
Spread out across the various courts, they carried out the essential duties of referees (announcing the scores and ensuring compliance with the rules) and scorekeepers or secretaries (recording the results) with responsibility, rigor, and dedication.
Beyond the whistle and the score sheets, the older students truly served as mentors to the younger ones, creating a valuable opportunity for exchange among students of different ages and fully embodying the values of camaraderie promoted by the AmLaSud Games.
Video: Kristina (JRI) introduces the tournament
Our Young International Reporter, Kristina, was there to cover the event. In her report, she introduces herself and invites us to discover the highlights and the unique atmosphere of this morning.
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Congratulations to the 90 CM2 students for their performance on the field, and to all the referees and scorekeepers from the six delegations for their commitment, responsibility, and great team spirit!
