San Gabriel Valley Badminton Club (SGVBC), El Monte, CA [Archive]

Bluechalice

10-07-2004, 06:47 AM

Hey guys I just played in SGVBC over the past weekend on Sunday...its pretty cool...I mostly played doubles...with Calvin, Frank and Hart...oh hey Frank and Hart...are you guys on this forum too? Are you guys playing this weekend?

ash1981

04-10-2005, 12:35 AM

Hello there

I am also interested in playing with you guys at the san gabriel valley club.

I am free on weekdays nights and on weekends. PLease let me know if you are interested.

Abhishek1981@gmail.com

Thanks
Ash

HoustonRockets

04-10-2005, 04:03 AM

I am lived in this area, but I don't want to pay for the club fee

so, I just play in school

anyway, hope to make friends in L.A area.....

sometimes maybe we can play together ....

who knows....

feel free to add my MSN

dongdong2008aini@hotmail.com

SaintDragon

04-10-2005, 10:42 PM

I play at SGVBC at times but it's an hour drive from my place so I don't visit there too often. PM me if you would like to play some time.

HoustonRockets

04-11-2005, 01:23 AM

I play at SGVBC at times but it's an hour drive from my place so I don't visit there too often. PM me if you would like to play some time.
hey, maybe someday we can all go play a little tournment...

:p

Viper2005

04-13-2005, 01:21 PM

San Gabriel Valley Badminton Club (SGVBC)
http://www.scbabadminton.org/SGVBC/
Address:
9255 Telstar Avenue
El Monte, CA 91731
Phone: (626) 307-4650

Map and hours: http://secure.ksb.net/badminton/user/location.asp
Gym open 24/7 for Members.
Membership fees: See SGVBC site for Membership info.

Drop in fees:
Adult $7.00
Student $5.00

10 Courts
All levels of play are welcome.
Coaching available (Reservation)
Pro shop available.
:)
Kwun, please make this into a sticky.
Thanks.

Anyone like to add to this thread, please help yourself.
:D

SaintDragon

04-13-2005, 08:40 PM

hey, maybe someday we can all go play a little tournment...

:p
I entered Summer Smash last year but didn't get very far. It'd be fun to play again though.

Viper2005

04-18-2005, 11:49 AM

Anyone play this weekend?

SaintDragon

04-20-2005, 08:46 PM

I played this last Friday.

pandee720

04-30-2005, 12:16 AM

i'll probably go a lot during the summer when im back home... :-D

jamesshieh88

04-30-2005, 01:21 AM

suggest you go during the afternoon or the morning. i was there just now and i had to wait almost 2 hours just for one game. its really packed there on nights

theasiandude88

04-30-2005, 02:10 AM

jsut came back ;D be nice to play some people from this forum. see you guys at the summer smash?

pandee720

05-19-2005, 05:18 AM

lol, i'll probably enter summer smash this year :-D

Vtec101

05-25-2005, 01:25 AM

Hey, when is the Summer Smash? Is there a website I can download the entry form from? And also, who's playing and what event?

waldo98

05-25-2005, 11:16 AM

What are their hours for non members? If I'm around the area, I want to drop by and check out the place.

Viper2005

05-27-2005, 01:55 AM

The gym is open 24/7. If the doors open you can go in and play. If the office is closed, you can play for free, since no one there to collect money.

Summersmash info should be on www.tournamentsoftware.com (http://www.tournamentsoftware.com).

pandee720

05-31-2005, 08:55 PM

im looking at the form i got from SGVBC and im kinda confused...
it says all D and novice start saturday june 18th but further down where it says "schedule" it says B,C,D mixed events start Friday June 24th... so does D mixed start on the 18th or 24th...?

jamesshieh88

06-01-2005, 01:12 AM

Hey, when is the Summer Smash? Is there a website I can download the entry form from? And also, who's playing and what event?

summer smash is going to be on the the 18th, 19th, 25th, and 26th of June. you can register for it at SGVBC in their proshop or online at http://www.tournamentsoftware.com/sport/registration.asp?id=7391

btw you're on the SCHSB.com website arnt you

Vtec101

06-01-2005, 11:50 PM

James, yes, I'm also on the SCHSB.com website too. Are you also on there?

Pandee, all the events for D and Novice starts on the 18th, except for the D mix which starts on the 24th.

SaintDragon

06-02-2005, 06:27 PM

When are the deadlines for this tournament?

DinkAlot

06-02-2005, 07:37 PM

My office is 2 miles from SGVBC so I visit at least once a week or so. Mostly to watch but on occasion I take a lesson. :)

xflubb

06-02-2005, 07:45 PM

do the D tournaments all end that weekend?

Vtec101

06-02-2005, 07:53 PM

I believe the deadline is the 10th of June. You call SGVBC and talk to Andy Monkey. He's in charge of the tourney so he can answer your questions better.

DinkAlot

06-02-2005, 08:00 PM

I believe the deadline is the 10th of June. You call SGVBC and talk to Andy Monkey. He's in charge of the tourney so he can answer your questions better.

Andy aka "Monkey", he's a funny guy. :D

jamesshieh88

06-02-2005, 08:16 PM

Andy aka "Monkey", he's a funny guy. :D

that guy talks too much but yeah hes funny to watch :D:rolleyes::p

pandee720

06-03-2005, 12:54 AM

can somebody confirm what i found out? i recently called SGVBC and a female answered and told me that the deadline to pay and register is 12th of june...
she didn't sound too sure so does anyone know for sure?

DinkAlot

06-03-2005, 12:58 AM

pandee720

06-04-2005, 12:02 AM

vtec101 says the payment for summer smash is due on the 10th, the girl at san gabriel said 12th, and my friend who always goes there said the 13th... :crying:

Vtec101

06-07-2005, 01:04 AM

Pandee, sorry for the confusion. I was told it was the 10th, but I just got the form and it says payment by the 13th. So I guess the due date is the 13th.

fando

08-26-2005, 04:04 PM

hi guys
i am looking for a partner for doubles so we can often play together and make friends.
i usually Playing in San Gabriel Valley Badminton Club .
i am a fan of badminton with over ten years experience and i think i am good player.
i also hope to join some group to play together.
i am free on weekdays nights and on weekends. PLease let me know if you are interested.
thanks.

smilingthinker@hotmail.com

DinkAlot

08-26-2005, 07:56 PM

Fando: YGM! (you've got mail)

:)

springsnow2

10-10-2005, 05:28 PM

Hi
I live really close to San Gabriel Valley Gym and I want to join the gym, but I don't know anybody to play with. I have played badminton before but I am not such a good player. I have been rock climbing and cycling since I don't know anyone that plays badminton. I have been to the gym before but I felt so left out because I did not know anybody there and everyone seemed to come with their own groups.
I just want to make friends with people that are friendly, kind, and consistent.

Thank you.;)

pandee720

10-13-2005, 02:28 AM

i went to sgvbc a couple of times and i've seen some people left out... you can start chatting with them and hopefully you guys will become friends and start playing with each other. everyone's nice over there and they're all there to have fun so it shouldn't be too hard getting someone to hit with or play a game with... just that some people don't like sucky players so yea... if you're not too good, you better get better fast... hahaha
i had to play with this one guy who had a really short temper and whenever i made a mistake, he made a "tisk" sound... but in my opinion i was better so whatever... :cool:
he got mad at me in the middle of the match and started yelling at me... -___-

SaintDragon

10-13-2005, 10:44 PM

I play on most Saturdays or Sundays. PM me for details.

springsnow2

10-13-2005, 11:05 PM

I play on most Saturdays or Sundays. PM me for details.
What time are you usually there? I want to go there this saturday and I would like to be there when it is not too crowded. Please let me know what time you will be there on Sat. and I will come.

Thank you for your response.

SaintDragon

10-15-2005, 12:51 PM

well, usually it's about the afternoon time, I think about 3-6 that I'm free to play.

DinkAlot

10-15-2005, 12:57 PM

DinkAlot

10-15-2005, 12:59 PM

I play on most Saturdays or Sundays. PM me for details.

I'm always at SGVBC on the weekends. Please e-mail at: dan@dcautoparts.com, maybe we can hook-up. :)

DinkAlot

10-15-2005, 01:00 PM

I just want to make friends with people that are friendly, kind, and consistent.

This is no problem. Once you get to know the locals there, they are, in general, friendly. Just smile and they'll smile back. :D

I'll be at SGVBC today...around 4-11pm.

pandee720

10-17-2005, 03:11 AM

Who is this guy? I'll make sure he stops "tisk"ing. :p

well, just saying that he was chinese with glasses on won't really help yea...? hahahaha
i heard that he's not really liked by a lot of people cuz of his short temper and attitude... but oh well...

DinkAlot

10-17-2005, 03:15 AM

well, just saying that he was chinese with glasses on won't really help yea...? hahahaha
i heard that he's not really liked by a lot of people cuz of his short temper and attitude... but oh well...

Hmmmmmm, I don't know who that is. I usually play on Center Court, Court # 1 or train in the back. But I'll be sure to keep a look out. ;) :p

springsnow2

10-17-2005, 09:15 AM

Hmmmmmm, I don't know who that is. I usually play on Center Court, Court # 1 or train in the back. But I'll be sure to keep a look out. ;) :p

My email address is springsnowdec22@yahoo.com.

SaintDragon

10-19-2005, 05:07 PM

Hmmmmmm, I don't know who that is. I usually play on Center Court, Court # 1 or train in the back. But I'll be sure to keep a look out. ;) :p

Yeah, I usually train more in the back than playing games out in the front. I'll PM or email you the next time I go so maybe we could play a few games.

DinkAlot

10-19-2005, 05:09 PM

Yeah, I usually train more in the back than playing games out in the front. I'll PM or email you the next time I go so maybe we could play a few games.

OK, I'm sure if you saw me, you would know who I am. :p

If I train in the back, it's with my Coach Alex, on Court 7. :D

kwun

10-19-2005, 06:06 PM

OK, I'm sure if you saw me, you would know who I am. :p

If I train in the back, it's with my Coach Alex, on Court 7. :D

indeed. S4MadMan will be difficult to miss. ;)

DinkAlot

10-19-2005, 06:17 PM

indeed. S4MadMan will be difficult to miss. ;)

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;) :p :D :D :D

Gunawan

10-19-2005, 06:30 PM

S4MadMann....
May I play with you tonight???
I promise I won't "tisk" you.;)

Shhhhhhhhhhh! http://www.spriteboyworld.com/i/smileys/shhh.gifhttp://www.spriteboyworld.com/i/smileys/shhh.gifhttp://www.spriteboyworld.com/i/smileys/shhh.gif

;) :p :D :D :D

DinkAlot

10-19-2005, 06:32 PM

S4MadMann....
May I play with you tonight???
I promise I won't "tisk" you.;)

Tisk me? When did you do that? Suuuure, it would be my honor to play with you. I can play but only with beginners because I cannot even clear. :p My shoulder is still messed up and I plan to drop and...drop and...drop because that's all I can do. :p

I'll see you tonight at 7pm. :D

cooler

10-19-2005, 06:37 PM

Tisk me? When did you do that? Suuuure, it would be my honor to play with you. I can play but only with beginners because I cannot even clear. :p My shoulder is still messed up and I plan to drop and...drop and...drop because that's all I can do. :p

I'll see you tonight at 7pm. :D
LOL, you're playing deception even before u hit the court. :D

Gunawan

10-19-2005, 06:43 PM

I'll be there at my favourite court #3 @ 5:30 pm. Do you want the phone number of the Chinese Indo messeur to fix your shoulder?
She fixed mine the last time.

Tisk me? When did you do that? Suuuure, it would be my honor to play with you. I can play but only with beginners because I cannot even clear. :p My shoulder is still messed up and I plan to drop and...drop and...drop because that's all I can do. :p

I'll see you tonight at 7pm. :D

DinkAlot

10-19-2005, 06:44 PM

LOL, you're playing deception even before u hit the court. :D

No man, I'm serious, my shoudler is shot. I cannot smash. :crying:

DinkAlot

10-19-2005, 06:44 PM

I'll be there at my favourite court #3 @ 5:30 pm. Do you want the phone number of the Chinese Indo messeur to fix your shoulder?
She fixed mine the last time.

Thanks but I'll pass. She can't fix my shoulder. I just need to rest it and let it heal. I'm confident I have a minor tear. :(

Pete LSD

10-19-2005, 08:07 PM

Yeah, the big dude is a head above everyone ;) .

indeed. S4MadMan will be difficult to miss. ;)

SaintDragon

10-19-2005, 09:40 PM

OK, I'm sure if you saw me, you would know who I am. :p

If I train in the back, it's with my Coach Alex, on Court 7. :D

I have no idea who you are : \

DinkAlot

10-19-2005, 11:03 PM

I have no idea who you are : \

:p Soon Gwasshoppa, soon. :D

sikulasa

10-20-2005, 03:34 PM

I work around the area and instead of burn time stuck in traffic, I'd rather be playing.

I'm a fast learner and easy going. If you just need someone to played with and split the court fees, send me a msg. I'm available monday-thursday after work (5:30PM).

DinkAlot

10-20-2005, 03:39 PM

If you just need someone to played with and split the court fees, send me a msg. I'm available monday-thursday after work (5:30PM).

There are no court fees unless you want to reserve a court. :D

There is a $7 all day pass/entry fee for non-members.

sikulasa

10-20-2005, 03:49 PM

There are no court fees unless you want to reserve a court. :D

There is a $7 all day pass/entry fee for non-members.

Do you know how much is membership?

DinkAlot

10-20-2005, 04:03 PM

Do you know how much is membership?

Yep, initial dues which include first month's fees: ~$60, then ~$35/month.

sikulasa

10-20-2005, 04:04 PM

Yep, initial dues which include first month's fees: ~$60, then ~$35/month.

T h a n k Y o u !!!!

Gunawan

10-20-2005, 06:42 PM

Dan,
Where were you last night? I reserved a COURT for you, maaann.

Yep, initial dues which include first month's fees: ~$60, then ~$35/month.

DinkAlot

10-20-2005, 06:45 PM

Dan,
Where were you last night? I reserved a COURT for you, maaann.

What?! :eek: No need to do that Sir. Sorry, I didn't go, Tommy/Guava went. My shoulder still hurt so I had to pass. Tommy wants me to go today but don't know. If I go, I will definitely be dinking. :p

xavi1

10-31-2005, 12:53 PM

You can also play at Baldwin High or at Walnut on Saturdays for $1

HoustonRockets

11-03-2005, 03:30 AM

Hi guys,
I need a partner to play at SGVBC on friday or saturday midnight, the reason I pick midnight is that I am a single player, i think the only time we get to play single game is in midnight like 10 or 11 P.m later.... I don't know, I am not a member at that club. If you are the member and willing to go practice single game with me.....(not every single Friday or Satuday night), I m willing to pay half of your monthly membership fee.

about me:

I 'm considering myself a C player. I practice with my school team twice a week, every week.

If you are interested, drop me an email: triton1108@gmail.com

or add my MSN messenger: triton1108@hotmail.com

Thanks

DinkAlot

11-03-2005, 04:15 AM

Actually, on Friday or Saturday at midnight, the courts are still all full. :eek:

But what you can do is play 2 on 1. I'll e-mail you...

DinkAlot

11-03-2005, 06:41 AM

or add my MSN messenger: triton1108@hotmail.com

Thanks

Check your IM, I added you, I'm always online. :D

HoustonRockets

11-04-2005, 01:17 AM

Actually, on Friday or Saturday at midnight, the courts are still all full. :eek:

But what you can do is play 2 on 1. I'll e-mail you...

Thx, let me know whenever you wanna go play in late night during the weekend, or if you know any other place we might get to play a single game, feel free to IM me:)

Vince

DinkAlot

11-14-2005, 05:24 AM

Just FYI:

SGVBC has been pretty empty the past two Sunday afternoons and nights. Even on Saturdays there was minimal waiting.

may333

01-02-2006, 09:36 PM

Three of us want to play at the SGVBC this Friday night (1/6/06). If we can find one more person to join us, we will reserve a court and most likely will play from 7pm to 8pm. We are all casual players, just for fun. The cost for each player will be $5.00.

:)

may333

01-02-2006, 09:38 PM

DinkAlot

01-03-2006, 03:50 AM

Actually reserving a court for one hour would only cost $10.00, so it would be $2.50/person. :D

If you're willing to wait a game or two, you don't need to reserve a court (and pay the reservation fee). Also, you will have no problem finding an additional player, I'm sure there will be lots of people willing to play, just ask. :)

may333

01-04-2006, 10:06 PM

one their website, it charges $20 for one hour one court. would you please advise us how to reserve one court(not half court) one hour for $10?

DinkAlot

01-04-2006, 10:16 PM

one their website, it charges $20 for one hour one court. would you please advise us how to reserve one court(not half court) one hour for $10?

Ahhhh, you're not a member. For members, it's $10. :)

ToddieO

01-20-2006, 12:13 PM

I just want to say THANK YOU to all the guys at SGVBC for the games! I met one of our members Drinksalot aka Dan Chein, really nice guy and can't wait to have some games with him! I was a little out of place when I showed up at SGVBC, but once I met some of the local players I got a few games in. BOY oooh BOY is the level of play HIGH at this club! You get spoiled when you play only one place and know most of the players! I was a bit over confident and maybe even cocky after winning a game! BUT these two gentlemen gave me the ASS KICKING I needed to humble myself for quite awhile! I will be back to get to know many of the players, and enjoy the games!!!!!!! T:D

DinkAlot

01-20-2006, 01:22 PM

I just want to say THANK YOU to all the guys at SGVBC for the games!

Hi Todd, it was great to meet you too. :) Just gimme a holler when you're coming over and we can have some fun. :D

Viper2005

01-20-2006, 03:54 PM

Hi there,

I saw your game with Dave against Joseph and Robert.
You gave a pretty good game to them.
Was that your first time to SGVBC? Looks like you got your $10.00 game and some ASS KICKING as you mentioned.
Looking forward to getting to know you and play more of the POT games.

BTW, I'm a regular POT player too. I had to leave early, so I didn't sign up. Maybe next time.

I just want to say THANK YOU to all the guys at SGVBC for the games! I met one of our members Drinksalot aka Dan Chein, really nice guy and can't wait to have some games with him! I was a little out of place when I showed up at SGVBC, but once I met some of the local players I got a few games in. BOY oooh BOY is the level of play HIGH at this club! You get spoiled when you play only one place and know most of the players! I was a bit over confident and maybe even cocky after winning a game! BUT these two gentlemen gave me the ASS KICKING I needed to humble myself for quite awhile! I will be back to get to know many of the players, and enjoy the games!!!!!!! T:D

DinkAlot

01-20-2006, 04:03 PM

Viper2005

01-20-2006, 04:12 PM

Hey Dan, do you ever play the POT? $10.00 donation don't seem too bad.:D

Ahhhh, I think I know who you are now...you're PK right? :D

DinkAlot

01-20-2006, 04:39 PM

Hey Dan, do you ever play the POT? $10.00 donation don't seem too bad.:D

I don't play The Pot but I may start. And yes, a $10 donation would be in full effect. :p

Viper2005

01-20-2006, 04:57 PM

If you do play the POT, don't be afraid to ask for the +8 point handicap. I do recall that we gave Eric (The Boss) +8 when he first started.

I don't play The Pot but I may start. And yes, a $10 donation would be in full effect. :p

DinkAlot

01-20-2006, 05:57 PM

If you do play the POT, don't be afraid to ask for the +8 point handicap. I do recall that we gave Eric (The Boss) +8 when he first started.

Naw, I already asked, they said I'd have to play straight up. A few months back they said +3 was OK but now, zero. :p

Viper2005

01-20-2006, 06:04 PM

Don't give in to Robert so easily, he just wants to take advantage of everyone by giving them rediculous handicap points. Robert always gives himself +points and gives everyone -points.
Be persistant in asking for the +8 points, especially if you play against Chris or Basu.:)

Did you get a chance to upload the gunawan/bach vs cai/fu yet? I'm waiting for that video too.:)

Naw, I already asked, they said I'd have to play straight up. A few months back they said +3 was OK but now, zero. :p

DinkAlot

01-20-2006, 09:39 PM

Don't give in to Robert so easily, he just wants to take advantage of everyone by giving them rediculous handicap points. Robert always gives himself +points and gives everyone -points.
Be persistant in asking for the +8 points, especially if you play against Chris or Basu.:)

Did you get a chance to upload the gunawan/bach vs cai/fu yet? I'm waiting for that video too.:)

Ba was the one saying I don't get any points not Qua (Robert). :p

TehDriver

01-26-2006, 12:42 AM

Anyone that goes here wana meet someone new?

I'm better than most begginers and probably not as good as most intermediates. It'd be cool if someone could school me and make my game uber. Any takers?

DinkAlot

01-26-2006, 04:58 AM

Anyone that goes here wana meet someone new?

I'm better than most begginers and probably not as good as most intermediates. It'd be cool if someone could school me and make my game uber. Any takers?

Come on down! Anyone and everyone's welcome at SGVBC. :D I won't be there until after 9pm today (Thursday) though.

Please PM me when you'll be there. :)

Regards,
Dan

metalmon1188

01-26-2006, 05:21 AM

i assume...most people who go and play at the club are asians? muh point is badminton is still regarded as a lame sport by many people outside of asia.. most of muh frends say that.. thats sad becoz they haven;t seen how 'real players' play badminton ....

DinkAlot

01-26-2006, 05:42 AM

theasiandude88

01-26-2006, 06:59 AM

No worries, just have your friends come down and you show them how it's played. :p

yep yep just come down and play.

i usually go around 3pm to 6pm. right afterschool to when i can get a ride home. around this time, its pretty empty. a very time to work on footwork, drills, etc. maybe you guys can play with dean shoppe, since he comes once in a while, usually around 3pm.

ToddieO

01-26-2006, 10:52 AM

Guys remember badminton is like soccer/football in America! Many other countires live and die by the sport! I am not Asian and love Badminton, did I get teased in school for playing( Yes!) Did I still play soccer, volleyball, baseball and football( Yes) . In my Twenties I enjoyed golf, great sport for friendly people! I worked hard to lower my handicap to a 6. But badminton was calling me last year! So I jumped on the horse after 17 years of not picking up a racket, It was hard and not easy! I enjoyed seeing an new environment at SGVBC, I will play there 1 time a week, maybe more! The club I am at is stale sometimes, I want to play matches! I may loose alot, but will gane valuable experience! Come on down and try this nice club out!

stillchIlIN

02-17-2006, 12:37 AM

Do any of u know the next high school tournaments? Im trying to get the high school to im coaching to perticipate in these tournaments.

theasiandude88

02-22-2006, 11:32 PM

the next high school tournament is garden grove tournament. it is on march the 3rd and 4th.

rasmoo

03-26-2006, 04:39 PM

TehDriver

03-26-2006, 05:41 PM

DinkAlot

03-26-2006, 08:28 PM

hmm what is the play like here?

Im begineer/intermediate player looking to play here but all my friends hate badminton so i cant find any one to play with!! :(

if i showed up by myself would i be able to play and how busy is it?

I'm at SGVBC just about every day. There's a wide variety of players from beginner to advanced. The beginners usually play in the "back", four courts. Also training is in the back. Court # 1 and Center Court are usually for the more advanced players while the courts to the "right", four courts, are for the intermediate players. There's not written rule, that's just how it's migrated. :)

People there friendly. But if you don't know anyone, it could seem rather uninviting because most people know each other and are cliquey. The good news is, even if you are new there, if you are pleasant and ask to play, people will do so...it's all about presentation. :)

DinkAlot

03-26-2006, 08:35 PM

Never went by myself, but i'm sure you could find someone. You could always find someone on here. I'd be down, Private msg me or one of the other guy's that posted here. I'd suggest monday or tuesday night there are less people there. Also I'd go early like 5 or 6 pm, there's people there but it's not crowded.

Actually, Monday is Pot Night (so is Thursday) so Center Court and Court # 1 are usually crowded with players and spectators. This pushes over to the other courts.

samkool

03-27-2006, 03:02 AM

Monday is Pot Night...everyone plays stoned? :D

DinkAlot

03-27-2006, 03:33 AM

everyone plays stoned? :D

LOL! No, everyone plays in The Pot. :p

rasmoo

03-27-2006, 07:16 PM

ok so is anyone goin tommrow (Tuesday March 28th, 2006) If so, what time? Im looking to get there at around 7 (i can leave at about 5:00 and accordin to mapquest its a 55 minute drive but its on the I5 at rush hour so probably 2 hours) and was wonderin if anyone would want to meet up and play that way i wouldnt be so uncomfortable :p or if anyone is down on wensday or thursday leme know.

My skill level is about intermediate i guess. Ive been playing it in HS for the last 2 years so ive developed some sort of skill but i feel that since i havnt had proper coaching and just playin and learnin all the shots and what to do im still good begineer/subpar intermediate. ;)

if you want to meet up pm me, id be hecka down !

DinkAlot

03-28-2006, 05:38 AM

ok so is anyone goin tommrow (Tuesday March 28th, 2006) If so, what time? Im looking to get there at around 7...

...if you want to meet up pm me, id be hecka down !

I can be there at 7pm but have to leave at 8:00-8:30pm and will be back around 9:45-10:00pm. :)

TehDriver

03-28-2006, 12:10 PM

I can be there at 7pm but have to leave at 8:00-8:30pm and will be back around 9:45-10:00pm. :)

That is a good idea. I just might be there!

Hey Dan would you mind if I called you when i got there so I don't start approuching random people while looking at them funny and saying "DINK?!"

p.s. I'll be in the sexy red shorts :D

DinkAlot

03-28-2006, 06:05 PM

That is a good idea. I just might be there!

Hey Dan would you mind if I called you when i got there so I don't start approuching random people while looking at them funny and saying "DINK?!"

p.s. I'll be in the sexy red shorts :D

Sure, no problem Saad. :)

TehDriver

03-28-2006, 06:28 PM

Apprently sexy red shorts make Dan smile...you kinky sob....

-Saad

DinkAlot

03-28-2006, 06:40 PM

Apprently sexy red shorts make Dan smile...you kinky sob....

-Saad

Sir, don't put words into my mouth. :eek: ...:p

I just called and left Rasmoo a message.

I'll be a The Club at 7pm tonight, wearing this shirt:

http://img128.imageshack.us/img128/7661/kicko8xy.jpg

corics

03-28-2006, 11:14 PM

Viper2005

03-28-2006, 11:56 PM

i've been wanting to play badminton here in the u.s.a. for a loooong time. unfortunately, i dont know anyone who is intrested or has time to come with me. i used to play back home but never really learned so muc, i still consider myself a novice. can someone please tell me how to join the club and probably get a coach to teach me. thanks.

You can visit San Gabriel Valley Badminton Club and go to the back courts to watch all the coach teaching the students. The first court you see in the back will be Alex Liang. I would highly recommend you take a lesson with Alex. Alex is from China and was previously on the China National Team. You will learn alot from Alex.
For more info, you can visit http://www.e-badmintonusa.com/AlexLiang.html
It has all the info, directions and how to reserve court times for the lesson.

TehDriver

03-29-2006, 12:30 AM

Sir, don't put words into my mouth.

Wow...I'm sorry

But I don't plan on puttin anything in your mouth...honestly... :D

hah tonight was cool, next thing on my shopping list are shoes, well they were the first until my racket seemed to break in my hand:crying: ...hmm wonder how that happened:( . Oh well I like my new one better:cool: , can't wait to try it out for real though.

What’s a good site that has a bunch of badminton stuff....especially shoes?

Viper2005

03-29-2006, 12:37 AM

Wow...I'm sorry

But I don't plan on puttin anything in your mouth...honestly... :D

hah tonight was cool, next thing on my shopping list are shoes, well they were the first until my racket seemed to break in my hand:crying: ...hmm wonder how that happened:( . Oh well I like my new one better:cool: , can't wait to try it out for real though.

What’s a good site that has a bunch of badminton stuff....especially shoes?

Why not get the shoes at SGVBC? you can try it on and get a feel for it.
Highly recommend it.
If you order it online and the size is not right, you'll waste time and money to exchange it.

DinkAlot

03-29-2006, 06:23 AM

You can visit San Gabriel Valley Badminton Club and go to the back courts to watch all the coach teaching the students. The first court you see in the back will be Alex Liang. I would highly recommend you take a lesson with Alex. Alex is from China and was previously on the China National Team. You will learn alot from Alex.
For more info, you can visit http://www.e-badmintonusa.com/AlexLiang.html
It has all the info, directions and how to reserve court times for the lesson.

Agree, Alex is a good coach. I train with him every other week or so. :)

DinkAlot

03-29-2006, 06:25 AM

until my racket seemed to break in my hand:crying: ...hmm wonder how that happened:( . Oh well I like my new one better:cool: , can't wait to try it out for real though.

What’s a good site that has a bunch of badminton stuff....especially shoes?

Well, we had a minor clash, Adam (our opponent) hit a good smash near the middle and we both went for the return and clashed rackets. It happens. :p

Yes, I think the Woven 6 is more suited for you, it's a very good racket. :)

Regarding badminton stuff, you have lots of options...I'll IM you.

TehDriver

04-04-2006, 02:17 AM

Tuesday at 7 pm...
Who's down?

DinkAlot

04-04-2006, 07:56 AM

Tuesday at 7 pm...
Who's down?

I'm always down. :p :D

joits

04-11-2006, 01:40 AM

hmm what is the play like here?

Im begineer/intermediate player looking to play here but all my friends hate badminton so i cant find any one to play with!! :(

if i showed up by myself would i be able to play and how busy is it?
i think we might be at the same level... i'm sort of beginner/intermediate as well. i played in high school on the team and then a bit at Mt. SAC... but then i havne't played in over 5 years. i recently started playing again, i'm rusty... but i'm hoping the more i play then the faster i can improve.

i play sometimes on tuesdays and saturdays with friends, but i'm looking to play more days... so if you or anyone else around my skill level are looking to play... let me know. so if it's any other day except tue or saturday, and u wanna play, PM me and we can arrange a time and way to meet up there.

i read on someone else's post that the middle courts are for intermediate players. is it easy to just show up and get in a game? or do you pretty much have to come with friends?

south/rose

05-27-2006, 11:54 PM

when is summer smash, hopin to play in it : D

DinkAlot

05-28-2006, 04:10 AM

when is summer smash, hopin to play in it : D

Usually late August.

psplrd

06-15-2006, 06:57 PM

Hi,
In Pasadena at this moment for a workshop until Sunday...if to drop in, any BC member playing on Friday night and weekends:crying: ?? Plus, did not bring shoes :p and rackets, wondering if the pro shop opens same time with the gym:rolleyes: ?? A ride would be great...level of play including some local tournments (ooops..I am from HK)...please PM me :p

ionoo

02-10-2007, 01:06 PM

when is the best time to go in for free because sgvbc is about a 40 min drive so would like to save some money if i can

DinkAlot

02-10-2007, 05:59 PM

when is the best time to go in for free because sgvbc is about a 40 min drive so would like to save some money if i can

The only time you can get in for free is when the Pro Shop is closed. That varies from 1am to 3 - 4am; or early morning, before 7am. :p

ctjcad

02-11-2007, 03:22 PM

The only time you can get in for free is when the Pro Shop is closed. That varies from 1am to 3 - 4am; or early morning, before 7am. :p
..the time mentioned is likely the most ideal...;):cool:
..piggybacking on what DinkAlot wrote, sometimes even when the Pro Shop is still closed, there could be a fella who "patrols" the place and check if you're a member or not. If you're not, he'll charge you for it. It happened to me once, it was around 9-10am in the morning, i thought i could play w/out paying, but the fella still caught me "red-handed"(even when the Pro Shop was still closed)..hehe:p :o:( :D ;)

ionoo

02-12-2007, 11:10 AM

will we know if it is a person who owns the place or something? or just some random stranger who has been impersonating one and is just looking for some unsuspecting victims?

ctjcad

02-12-2007, 12:09 PM

will we know if it is a person who owns the place or something? or just some random stranger who has been impersonating one and is just looking for some unsuspecting victims?
..i, personally, do not know his name nor remember how he looks like(since it's been a while), sorry:p..All i can tell you is that he's a middle-aged gentleman that also plays regularly but mostly during the day..Perhaps our NGP/DinkAlot can better answer your queries(ie. his name, how he looks like)..;) :cool:

LazyBuddy

02-12-2007, 12:23 PM

Delete...

Double post, sorry.

LazyBuddy

02-12-2007, 12:23 PM

when is the best time to go in for free because sgvbc is about a 40 min drive so would like to save some money if i can

Errrr... this might not be my business at all...

Unless it's a joke, or SGVBC does offer some sort of promotion, I don't really like the idea of "playing without pay". To me, that's kinda like "shop lifting". :(

DinkAlot

02-12-2007, 02:54 PM

will we know if it is a person who owns the place or something? or just some random stranger who has been impersonating one and is just looking for some unsuspecting victims?

The person's name is Edward.

Trying to get into SGVBC just for the sake of playing for free is not advisable. That's not what SGVBC is about.

DinkAlot

02-12-2007, 02:55 PM

Unless it's a joke, or SGVBC does offer some sort of promotion, I don't really like the idea of "playing without pay".

Agree, SGVBC is a private club.

ionoo

02-12-2007, 07:49 PM

LazyBuddy

02-12-2007, 10:41 PM

ya i get where your coming from but its just that i have no job with heavy school workload and badminton no allowance parents on welfare etc so i just want to save my parents some money since it doesnt come by too easily sorry

I feel sorry for your situation. I came from the same path, as saving my lunch $$$ for my 1st racket, and walking in a snow storm to save $1.25 bus fare. However, I don't think that's an excuse to sneak in a privatly owned property and receive service. It's like, hey, I am poor, maybe let me rob a bank... :cool:

My suggestion is, either look for a part time job to earn a bit pocket cash, or start off from local school/community program, which usually offers much better price. Sports is important, and we need to respect it, right? ;)

joits

04-02-2007, 04:51 PM

i was at the k & d graphics tournament in ocbc this weekend. saw a couple of the coaches from here playing there and a few other people watching. here are some pics:

http://www.flickr.com/photo_zoom.gne?id=442992500&size=m&context=set-72157600041895945

joits

04-02-2007, 05:25 PM

sorry, was using the wrong links, anyways here's the pics... lets hope this works...

http://farm1.static.flickr.com/204/442992500_16cfa29249.jpg

http://farm1.static.flickr.com/170/443004033_c90a11c614.jpg

http://farm1.static.flickr.com/179/442997525_0eacef9336.jpg

http://farm1.static.flickr.com/191/443009735_0f70c9a71e.jpg

http://farm1.static.flickr.com/178/443010713_70aedf7aca.jpg

http://farm1.static.flickr.com/172/442965314_48fa0cec3a.jpg

to view the rest of the pics... you can go here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/joits/sets/72157600041895945/

DinkAlot

04-02-2007, 06:38 PM

to view the rest of the pics... you can go here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/joits/sets/72157600041895945/

Thanks Jonathan, good pics!

joits

04-02-2007, 11:28 PM

hey no problem dan...

maryanne

08-08-2007, 01:43 AM

Hi! I remember going to a badminton court at Telstar that looked like a former warehouse, where the entrance is on the side of the lot, towards the inner part of the property. This was way back in 2004; is this your home court? I spend my holidays there, and stay in West Covina.

Would like to have people to play with when I am there

ctjcad

06-23-2009, 04:12 AM

..along with other international players, incl. Howard Bach, in a team event competition on July 6th.
For those interested, please see this thread:
http://www.badmintoncentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=71944