Varsity Badminton Prepares for Future League Games
In their first league match, the co-ed varsity badminton team played against
the San Marino Titans on March 25 at Alhambra.
MOOR Photo by SHANNON KHA
WESLEY TSAI
Staff Writer
As Almont League began on March 25, the AHS badminton team faced the San Marino Titans for their first league game. The Moors had many rallies against the Titans but fell short due to San Marino’s offense. The badminton team plans on working on their flaws as they prepare for their next league game, currently holding a record of 0-2.
“Many of my seniors left last year but with upcoming players this year, we managed to pull through and practice often so we can improve daily. We expanded preseason for the players so they get in-game experience but overall the boys will be really great next year because they will all be returners,” Head Coach Luis Brambilla said.
Despite many senior players leaving from last year’s squad, the Moors managed to get more prospects in who are now athletes of the badminton program.
As Brambilla teaches the new members the basics and fundamentals of badminton, such as hitting and rallying, the rest of the team plans to continue improving on certain flaws.
“This year is tough not only because we have a lot of new members on the team but also because we play many junior national high schools such as San Marino and Diamond Bar. With good competition, the players learned pretty well and they should be ready,” captain Derwin Teguh said.