Sarah Preece Ranked 22 in England and our Head Coach traveled to Badminton England Headquarters on Saturday 21st August to play in the English National Championships.
Sarah had a first round game against Jessica Allen Ranked 16 in England. Although this was always going to be a tough game Sarah fought really well and kept with Jessica in the first game losing 21-16. Rallies were long and on many occasions Sarah did get the better of Jessica. However in the second game Jessica increased the pressure of Sarah and the game ended 21-6.
Sarah said: ‘ I really enjoyed performing in this environment and now just need to train more with this level of intensity and long rallies to feel more comfortable’
Its another great experience for Sarah as she continues to develop her game play. Nick Masson who was on court coach said: ‘Sarah continues to improve her game and I was more surprised she lost the first game as at times she was controlling the play with some great shots. Yes Sarah will need to get use to this level of play but that is definitely coming.’ Jessica was a very good opponent and in the second game was very consistent in the longer rallies.