About Me
Nayan WijesekerA
BWF Level 1 Coach
I am Nayan, originally from Sri Lanka. In 2020, I relocated to Hamilton, New Zealand to pursue my master’s degree in Digital Business at the University of Waikato. Back in Sri Lanka, I have represented my country in various tournaments, including the Youth Commonwealth Games, the World Junior and Asian Junior Championships.
Certifications:
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BWF Level 1 Coach 2022
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BWF ShuttleTime Badminton Coach 2020
Achievements:
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The #1 ranked in NZ Masters (Men’s Singles) 2025
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New Zealand Masters National Championships 2025 – Men’s Singles 35+ Winner
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Masters Player of the Year at the Waikato Badminton Association Annual Awards Ceremony 2025
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Hawke’s Bay Masters 2025 – Men’s Singles 35+ Winner
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BOP Masters Champs '25 – Men’s Singles 35+ Winner
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Slazenger Cup 2025 - Inter-Association Badminton Championship (Team Event) - Runner up
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Winner at the Craigs Investment Partners Badminton Championship 2020 - 'A' Division Men's Singles
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Awarded the Seniors Recognition Trophy at the Waikato Badminton Association Awards 2020
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The People's Choice Sportsperson at the Waikato Sport & Active Recreation Awards 2020