As you are all aware at this stage, the 2008 Olympics take place in Bejing, China next year.

There are a number of Irish badminton players gunning for spots in the extremely small draws and more importantly 3 of these players are from the Leinster region.

I will keep you updated on their progress with regard to World Ranking Points on a regular basis. The Wrold Rankings determine who qualifies for the Olympic spots.

Rankings as at 6th September 2007

Scott Evans (Leinster) - Mens Singles - WR 48

Chloe Magee (Ulster) - Womens Singles - WR 68

Ruth Kilkenny (Leinster) - Womens Singles - WR 120

Huang (Karen) Bing (Leinster) & Chloe Magee (Ulster) - Womens Doubles - WR 34

Current standings would entitle both Scott & Chloe to qualify.

World Rankings - 20th September 2007

Scott Evans (Leinster) - WR 48 (-1)

Chloe Magee (Ulster) - WR 65 (no change)

Ruth Kilkenny (Leinster) - WR 117 (+2)

Karen Bing (L) / Chloe Magee (U) - WR 33 (+2)

World Rankings - 11th October 2007

Scott Evans (Leinster) - WR 48 (-1)

Chloe Magee (Ulster) - WR 65 (no change)

Ruth Kilkenny (Leinster) - WR 118 (-3)

Karen Bing (L) / Chloe Magee (U) - WR 38 (-2)