https://www.acac.ab.ca en-us https://www.acac.ab.ca/general/2025-26/releases/20260507 St. Mary’s University is proud to announce the addition of badminton to its Lightning Athletics varsity offerings, beginning in the 2026–2027 season. This expansion reflects a continued commitment to growing opportunities for student-athletes and strengthening the university’s presence within the Alberta Colleges Athletic Conference. Thu, 07 May 2026 04:00:00 GMT https://www.acac.ab.ca/general/2025-26/releases/20260507 https://www.acac.ab.ca/aotw/2025-26/20260310Nanaa Tue, 10 Mar 2026 04:00:00 GMT https://www.acac.ab.ca/aotw/2025-26/20260310Nanaa https://www.acac.ab.ca/aotw/2025-26/20260310Mahdi Tue, 10 Mar 2026 04:00:00 GMT https://www.acac.ab.ca/aotw/2025-26/20260310Mahdi https://www.acac.ab.ca/aotw/2025-26/20260224Paul When adversity tested his resolve, Paul Ouano answered with grit and determination, turning a challenging weekend into a powerful display of resilience and competitive spirit at the ACAC individual competition. Tue, 24 Feb 2026 05:00:00 GMT https://www.acac.ab.ca/aotw/2025-26/20260224Paul https://www.acac.ab.ca/aotw/2025-26/20260224Emma Rising to the moment on the biggest stage of the season, Emma Grabowski delivered a breakthrough performance, showcasing poise beyond her years and turning a strong rookie campaign into a championship statement at the ACAC individual championships. Tue, 24 Feb 2026 05:00:00 GMT https://www.acac.ab.ca/aotw/2025-26/20260224Emma https://www.acac.ab.ca/sports/bmt/2025-26/releases/20260226qvrvrt With the best all-around team decided, day two of the ACAC Badminton Championships offered up a chance for individual athletes to punch their ticket to the Canadian Collegiate Athletics Association (CCAA) National Championships. Sun, 22 Feb 2026 05:00:00 GMT https://www.acac.ab.ca/sports/bmt/2025-26/releases/20260226qvrvrt https://www.acac.ab.ca/sports/bmt/2025-26/releases/20260226qrsfst The ACAC Badminton Championships began with the team event to crown the best all-around badminton team in the ACAC. Sat, 21 Feb 2026 05:00:00 GMT https://www.acac.ab.ca/sports/bmt/2025-26/releases/20260226qrsfst https://www.acac.ab.ca/general/2025-26/releases/20260220BmtCOY The Alberta Colleges Athletic Conference (ACAC) is proud to announce that Alan Chow of the NAIT Ooks has been named the 2026 ACAC Badminton Coach of the Year. Fri, 20 Feb 2026 05:00:00 GMT https://www.acac.ab.ca/general/2025-26/releases/20260220BmtCOY https://www.acac.ab.ca/general/2025-26/releases/20260220BmtROY The Alberta Colleges Athletic Conference (ACAC) is proud to announce that Nana Amnukkittikul and Mono Suttinon of the SAIT Trojans has been named the 2026 ACAC Badminton Rookies of the Year. Thu, 19 Feb 2026 05:00:00 GMT https://www.acac.ab.ca/general/2025-26/releases/20260220BmtROY https://www.acac.ab.ca/general/2025-26/releases/20260220BmtPOY The Alberta Colleges Athletic Conference (ACAC) is proud to announce that Melissa Roque and Mahdi Ahmadi of the Kings Eagles have been named the 2026 ACAC Badminton Players of the Year. Thu, 19 Feb 2026 05:00:00 GMT https://www.acac.ab.ca/general/2025-26/releases/20260220BmtPOY https://www.acac.ab.ca/general/2025-26/releases/20260220BmtAC The Alberta Colleges Athletic Conference (ACAC) is delighted to announce the student-athletes chosen by conference coaches for the 2026 Men's and Women's Badminton All-Conference Teams. Selections were made by ACAC Coaches through a ranking system, taking into account factors such as statistical performance, impact on team success, skill level, and consistency throughout the season. Thu, 19 Feb 2026 05:00:00 GMT https://www.acac.ab.ca/general/2025-26/releases/20260220BmtAC https://www.acac.ab.ca/sports/bmt/2025-26/releases/20260127m7ip05 The third ACAC Badminton tournament of the 2025-26 season was hosted by Concordia University of Edmonton at the Ralph King Athletics Centre. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 05:00:00 GMT https://www.acac.ab.ca/sports/bmt/2025-26/releases/20260127m7ip05 https://www.acac.ab.ca/sports/bmt/2025-26/releases/20251119gjrv4g The second ACAC Badminton Tournament of the 2025–2026 season was hosted by the SAIT Trojans at the Synergy Indoor Sports Center in Calgary. Sun, 16 Nov 2025 05:00:00 GMT https://www.acac.ab.ca/sports/bmt/2025-26/releases/20251119gjrv4g https://www.acac.ab.ca/sports/bmt/2025-26/releases/20251021pher1f The first ACAC Badminton Tournament of the 2025–2026 season was hosted by the NAIT Ooks in Edmonton, Alberta. Sun, 19 Oct 2025 04:00:00 GMT https://www.acac.ab.ca/sports/bmt/2025-26/releases/20251021pher1f https://www.acac.ab.ca/general/2024-25/releases/20250409ACACrotyMR The Alberta Colleges Athletic Conference (ACAC) is proud to announce that Melissa Roque of the King's Eagles has been named the 2024-2025 ACAC Women's Overall Rookie of the Year. Tue, 08 Apr 2025 04:00:00 GMT https://www.acac.ab.ca/general/2024-25/releases/20250409ACACrotyMR https://www.acac.ab.ca/aotw/2024-25/20250305PO SAIT Trojans' Paul Ouano has made history once again, defending his Men’s Doubles Nationals title for the second year in a row. His victory in 2025 not only earned him another Gold Medal but also marked his fourth CCAA gold between the doubles competitions and Team ACAC wins. Thu, 06 Mar 2025 05:00:00 GMT https://www.acac.ab.ca/aotw/2024-25/20250305PO https://www.acac.ab.ca/aotw/2024-25/20250305MR Melissa Roque Dominates the Court: An Unforgettable Season Ends in Glory Melissa Roque has capped off an extraordinary season, going undefeated and solidifying her place among Canada’s top collegiate badminton athletes. Thu, 06 Mar 2025 05:00:00 GMT https://www.acac.ab.ca/aotw/2024-25/20250305MR https://www.acac.ab.ca/aotw/2024-25/20250218MR Melissa Roque’s remarkable undefeated season continued last weekend at the ACAC Badminton Provincials, where she once again proved why she’s one of the top rising stars in Canadian collegiate badminton. Tue, 18 Feb 2025 05:00:00 GMT https://www.acac.ab.ca/aotw/2024-25/20250218MR https://www.acac.ab.ca/aotw/2024-25/20250218HA Hossein Ahmadi made an unforgettable impact in his debut season in the ACAC, delivering clutch performances when it mattered most and etching his name in The King’s University badminton history. Tue, 18 Feb 2025 05:00:00 GMT https://www.acac.ab.ca/aotw/2024-25/20250218HA https://www.acac.ab.ca/general/2024-25/releases/20250217BMTroty The Alberta Colleges Athletic Conference (ACAC) is proud to announce that Hossein Ahmadi and Melissa Roque of the King's Eagles have been named the 2025 ACAC Badminton Rookies of the Year. Mon, 17 Feb 2025 05:00:00 GMT https://www.acac.ab.ca/general/2024-25/releases/20250217BMTroty https://www.acac.ab.ca/sports/bmt/2024-25/releases/20250217BMTrecap With high-level competition, standout performances, and a ticket to Nationals on the line, the 2025 ACAC Badminton Championship delivered an unforgettable weekend of action! Mon, 17 Feb 2025 05:00:00 GMT https://www.acac.ab.ca/sports/bmt/2024-25/releases/20250217BMTrecap https://www.acac.ab.ca/general/2024-25/releases/20250217BMTpoty The Alberta Colleges Athletic Conference (ACAC) is proud to announce that Melissa Roque and Mahdi Ahmadi of the King's Eagles have been named the 2025 ACAC Badminton Players of the Year. Mon, 17 Feb 2025 05:00:00 GMT https://www.acac.ab.ca/general/2024-25/releases/20250217BMTpoty https://www.acac.ab.ca/general/2024-25/releases/20250217BMTcoty The Alberta Colleges Athletic Conference (ACAC) is proud to announce that Naeem Haque of the King's Eagles has been named the 2025 ACAC Badminton Coach of the Year. Mon, 17 Feb 2025 05:00:00 GMT https://www.acac.ab.ca/general/2024-25/releases/20250217BMTcoty https://www.acac.ab.ca/general/2024-25/releases/20250217BMTallc The Alberta Colleges Athletic Conference (ACAC) is delighted to announce the student-athletes chosen by conference coaches for the 2025 Men's and Women's Badminton All-Conference Teams. Selections were made by ACAC Coaches through a ranking system, taking into account factors such as statistical performance, impact on team success, skill level, and consistency throughout the season. Mon, 17 Feb 2025 05:00:00 GMT https://www.acac.ab.ca/general/2024-25/releases/20250217BMTallc https://www.acac.ab.ca/sports/bmt/2024-25/releases/20250217j2l4s8 The 2025 ACAC Badminton Championship at Concordia University of Edmonton was a thrilling showcase of skill, determination, and sportsmanship. Sun, 16 Feb 2025 05:00:00 GMT https://www.acac.ab.ca/sports/bmt/2024-25/releases/20250217j2l4s8 https://www.acac.ab.ca/general/2024-25/releases/20250213BMT The ACAC Badminton Championships are almost here, with teams across the conference battling for medals and banners after a fiercely competitive regular season. Thu, 13 Feb 2025 05:00:00 GMT https://www.acac.ab.ca/general/2024-25/releases/20250213BMT https://www.acac.ab.ca/sports/bmt/2024-25/releases/20250206ikv0nr NAIT Athletics hosted the ACAC Badminton Tournament #3 on February 2nd at the NAIT Gymnasium. Sun, 02 Feb 2025 05:00:00 GMT https://www.acac.ab.ca/sports/bmt/2024-25/releases/20250206ikv0nr https://www.acac.ab.ca/sports/bmt/2024-25/releases/20250120kc1w34 The King's University (TKU) Eagles hosted the second regular season ACAC Badminton tournament of the year. Sun, 19 Jan 2025 05:00:00 GMT https://www.acac.ab.ca/sports/bmt/2024-25/releases/20250120kc1w34 https://www.acac.ab.ca/sports/bmt/2024-25/releases/20241118i6r91m The ACAC Badminton Tournament #1 hosted by SAIT Polytechnic showcased intense competition between the region's top badminton players. With teams from SAIT Trojans, TKU Eagles, CUE Thunder, and NAIT Ooks, the event was packed with action across multiple categories, culminating in a series of exciting finals. Sun, 17 Nov 2024 05:00:00 GMT https://www.acac.ab.ca/sports/bmt/2024-25/releases/20241118i6r91m https://www.acac.ab.ca/general/2023-24/releases/20240405rotyma The Alberta Colleges Athletic Conference (ACAC) is pleased to announce Mahdi Ahmadi of The King's University Eagles as the 2023-2024 ACAC Overall Men's Rookie of the Year. Fri, 05 Apr 2024 04:00:00 GMT https://www.acac.ab.ca/general/2023-24/releases/20240405rotyma