Tim Stranks
Sport/Event >
Badminton: Singles, Doubles & Mixed
Date and Place of Birth >
1993, Toronto, Canada
Height > 182 cm
Weight > 72kg
Coached by >
Richard Vaughan, Pete Bush, Rebecca Pantaney
Sponsors >
Head, Asics
Date Arrived at Team Bath >
September 2007
Course of Study >
A Levels: Chemistry, Maths, Human Biology, Economics
Length of Course > 2 years
Occupation > Student
Biography >
Tim started playing badminton at the age of 12. Although Tim is currently studying his A-levels in Gloucester he trains as part of the World Class Start cell here at the University twice a week. Tim is recognised as one of the top players in his age group shown in his success at the U17 Quad this season, helping England win the Team Event before achieving gold in Singles and Mixed alongside a Silver in doubles despite still only being U16.
Tim’s greatest achievement is three Gold Medals at the U17 Quad (England, Scotland, Wales & Ireland).
His favourite event is Home Countries U17 Quad
Competitive Record >
Highest Junior ranking: (U15) – Number 1 in Singles & Doubles
3 x Gold Medals at U17 Quad (Singles, Mixed & Team Event) and Silver Medal in Doubles.
Represented England Juniors