Priory Badminton Committee Members

Gary Jacobs

I'm proud to chair the club and welcome new members to join.

I've played with Priory Badminton Club since 2010 and wouldn't be anywhere else on Monday and Wednesday nights.

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Ben Straw

Hi, I'm Ben and I am the club and league secretary.

I'm known for welcoming players and acrobatic moves on the court. All players are welcome and please come and find me if I can help you with anything.

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Sarah Leyland

Hello there! I’m Sarah the Welfare Officer for the club. I’ve been with the club almost as long as Gary has, with a bit of time out for raising some little people. I have always loved how everyone is so friendly and welcoming at the club. My role is to help keep the club a safe space.

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James Middlemass

Hi, I'm James, the Badminton England and club Project Lead. I've played badminton on and off for a few years and I've been with Priory Badminton Club since 2021. I love my Monday nights - it's such a friendly and social club.

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Conor Mallon

Hi everyone. I'm Conor, the club's treasurer. I joined the club in early 2025.

I've been playing badminton on and off for years due to my job. If you find a way to save the club money, let me know!

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Other important people in the club

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Sam Frankland

Hiya I’m Sam and I’m one of the welfare officers for the club. I started with the club in 2024. I found the club to be so welcoming and inclusive. In my spare time I like to lift weights and hang with my dog. I’ll chat to anyone about anything, so please come say Hi!

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Rufus Sam Alfred

I'm Rufus and I organize the games on Wednesday. I have been with the club since mid-2024. I started playing badminton again with a gap of 15 years and I realised, it's something I would never want to stop playing throughout my life. My motto is win or lose, give your best!

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Matt Smith

Hi I'm Matt and I'm the club's website developer. I don't currently play badminton but I used to love playing with the guys at the club when I did.

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