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The current officers (as of April 15, 2019) for the club are as follows:

President:  Sanjay Arora
Treasurer:   Ramesh Tatavarty
Social Director:  Yu "Tony" Wang
Junior Program Coach:  Sridhar Upputuri
Webmaster:  Rick Wiker


The Catonsville Badminton Club is part of the Baltimore County Department of Recreation and Parks. The Club was formed in 1962 by Henry "Hank" Bonnet  when Baltimore was a hotbed of American badminton. Although none of the founding members are still active, the Club remains vibrant with a mix of players from many countries in addition to a large local contingent. Members span a wide range of skill levels; training in badminton fundamentals is available along with opportunity to play with players of other levels. Although family memberships are available, this is primarily an adult club; during crowded conditions, preference is given participants age 16 and older.

The club is an active supporter of high school and charity events. Several members routinely assist local badminton coaches and the club also supports a local high school scholarship program and is a member of the national USABadminton organization.

The Adult players at the High School (Feb 2019)


Members range from age 8 (high schoolers are welcome) through the 70's. Several have won high school, state, regional tournaments and have played in national championships. Doubles are encouraged and two game sets are the norm.

Dues are very inexpensive and provide gym time, nets, and free nylon Yonex Mavis birds. The dues also help sponsor local scholarships, end-of-season parties, and feather birds at a discount.

When the night is over, you'll be glad you came to this friendly club!


The players at the Family & Youth program (Feb 2019)


For Baltimore Sun article, click here. For details about other Catonsville Rec & Park programs, click here.