2020 Federation of Irish Sport Volunteers Awards

Big Congratulations to Ulster Badminton President, William Martin, who was awarded Volunteer in Sport for Co.Down at the virtual 2020 Federation of Irish Sport Volunteers awards. 

William has been a dedicated Volunteer for Ulster Badminton for a number of years. He has been involved within most areas of Ulster Badminton throughout his years of Voluntary working including coaching/Managing underage Ulster teams, website management, Council member & management Committee member. He currently is the President of Ulster Badminton, and his commitment to the role is evident by the number of events/functions/meetings he attends on behalf of Ulster Badminton, representing them in a fantastic manner. Alongside his President position, William is the Ulster Badminton Tournament Director, in which he organises, manages and runs all Competition events within Ulster. These include Provincial, Para, Local & International Events. He is also heavily involved in running competition events with Badminton Ireland. The number of hours required to manage & run a single event is not to be underestimated , never mind 10-12 events per year which shows the highest level of commitment & professionalism William shows to his Volunteer Roles within Ulster Badminton, all the time fulfilling his role in a friendly and unassuming manner. 

Speaking after receiving the award William commented:

“It is a great honor for me to win volunteer of the year for County Down considering the number of volunteers there are in sport. I have got a lot of enjoyment through playing badminton down through the years and wanted to give something back to future generations.  My roles have enabled me to have made a number of Friends throughout my years and I enjoy meeting up & continuing my friendships at events and functions ”

Once again congrats on your Award William, Well deserved!