BADMINTON England, in partnership with the Cornwall Sports Partnership, have announced the appointment of a part-ime badminton development officer for Cornwall.

Joe Trethewey (26) from Millbrook, will take up his appointment on Monday, October 17.

He has lived in Cornwall all his life, has played badminton for 15 years and is the fixtures secretary of Torpoint Badminton Club.

Joe recently, successfully attended a Badminton England Level 1 Assistant Coach Course and Level 2 Coach status is his next aim.

As the BDO for the Duchy, Mr Trethewey will be based in the Cornwall Sports Partnership Offices, on the Threemilestone industrial estate, just outside Truro.

Full report in this week's issue.