Philippines debuts at Polytron Superliga Junior Invitational in Indonesia

Smash Pilipinas opened a new chapter in its grassroots development program as the Philippines made its debut at the Polytron Superliga Junior Invitational tournament in Indonesia, which runs from September 15 to 21, 2025.

This marks the first time the country has been invited to the prestigious junior event, with the delegation composed of 16 young players from the national development pool competing in the Girls U19 and Girls U17 divisions.

According to the Philippine Badminton Association (PBAD), the international exposure forms part of the team’s build-up to the BWF World Junior Championships set for October 6–19 in Guwahati, Assam, India.

The same pool of players is also preparing for the Asian Youth Games and the ASEAN School Games later this year.

PBAD Head of Development Melvin Consunji Nubla emphasized the importance of this campaign as part of the federation’s grassroots program to cultivate future national team players and Olympic hopefuls.

Tournament Draw

• Smash Pilipinas Girls U19 (Group A): Banthongyard (Thailand), Poland, Djarum B (Indonesia), Mutiara Cardinal (Indonesia)
  
• Smash Pilipinas Girls U17 (Group A): Djarum (Indonesia), Granular (Thailand), New Taipei High School, Gideon Badminton Academy (Indonesia), Poland
  

The Philippines’ U19 squad is also set to cross paths with Poland again at the upcoming BWF World Juniors, adding intrigue to their group stage battles.

Team Roster

Smash Pilipinas Girls U19:

• Christel Fuentespina
  
• Andrea Hernandez
  
• Mary Untal
  
• Eve Emmanuelle Bejasa
  
• Rosheila Quierez
  
• Ashley Bernardino
  
• Keicy Lei Condeno
  
• Kandice Taniegra
  

Smash Pilipinas Girls U17:

• Shachie Calderon
  
• Nicole Notorio
  
• Nica Ysabel Gulpany
  
• Tracy Catahan Brigino
  
• Roanne Cloe Sabarillo
  
• Roshie Mae Quierez
  
• Imari Dawn Jimenez
  
• Jhiane Cloe Sabarillo
  

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[Editor’s note: This article was written by a member of the One Sports Digital with the help of AI, and then checked by the staff to ensure accuracy.]