Fall 2011 Tryout Times:
Friday, September 9 from 4:00-8:00pm | OPEN PLAY SESSION for ALL
Tuesday, September 13 from 5:00-6:30pm | TRYOUTS for ALL UNDERGRADUATE WOMEN
Tuesday, September 13 from 6:30-8:00pm | TRYOUTS for ALL NON-UNDERGRADS (men and women)
Thursday, September 15 from 5:30-8:00pm | TRYOUTS for ALL UNDERGRADUATE MEN
Friday, September 16 from 4:00-8:00pm | TRYOUTS for CALLBACKS
Location: Hutchinson Gym
Things to know before you tryout:
1. You must be a current student, staff, or faculty member with a valid PennID to be eligible.
2. A Pottruck membership is not required, but you must have access to Hutchinson Gym.
3. Tryouts typically take place during the first or second week of class. They will be in the evening if they take place on a weekday, or in the afternoon if on a weekend.
4. Unfortunately, we can only accept a limited number of non-undergraduate students (20% of our club roster) as per the rules set by the Department of Recreation.
5. If you don’t have a racket, we will find you one to tryout with. Please come dressed in athletic attire and preferably with court shoes so as to prevent injury.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I join the club? If you are looking to play competitively (that is, on the A-Team), you must attend tryouts at the beginning of each semester. Your performance at these tryouts will determine whether you are given a spot on the A-Team.
What if I only want to play recreationally? If you’re an undergraduate student, you’re in luck! Simply send us an email to join the mailing list and we will provide you with further instructions to gain membership. No tryouts are necessary to join the B-Team. If you’re not an undergraduate student, we are currently unable to grant you membership on the B-Team.
What are the commitments if I’m in the club? If you’re on the A-Team, we expect you to attend every practice. Attendance will be taken and absences must be excused in advance. If you’re on the B-Team, you are welcome to come and go as you like. Our goal is for you to have fun and pick up a few badminton skills along the way.
I see badminton on the Hutchinson Gym schedule… can I play? Unfortunately, this scheduled time that you see on the Hutchinson Gym schedule is reserved for club practice only. Only club members are allowed to attend these practice sessions.
Where can I play if I’m not in the club? You are welcome to play at any time other than during our scheduled club practices (see schedule page for times). Any players using the badminton equipment outside of club practices are expected to do so responsibly. Court availability is on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Who can I contact for more information? You can contact any of the Board members by going to the contact page.