Wendy was nominated by Regional Coaching Director, Eric Lee in consultation with USA Badminton Region 4 Director Alan Mills. Wendy comes to us with an incredible history of both domestic and international experience. Her list of accomplishments include (but not limited to) all of the following:

1) B Ed. from the University of Alberta.
2) Level 4 Canadian Coaching Certification.
3) Canadian International Player for 8 years.
4) Was ranked #3 in the world in singles in 1978.
5) Three-time winner of the Canadian Open.
6) Winner of the US Open in singles and mixed.
7) Manitoba Provincial Coach for 10 years.
8) Former assistant coach to the Canadian National Team at International events. 
    
Wendy Carter is currently a US citizen and resides in the Gig Harbor, WA area. After a short hiatus from the sport of Badminton, Wendy returns to the sport with a great sense of enthusiasm for the growth of the sport. Wendy's primary role will consist of running camps, clinics and presentations for our regional squads. With her technical knowledge of the sport and her pleasant personality we are very excited to have Wendy on our team and look forward to a very exciting time of growth for the sport of Badminton in our region.

Wendy will work closely with the Regional Director (Alan Mills) and Regional Coaching Director (Eric Lee) who will be her links with the USAB Board and also the USAB Coaching Consultant to oversee Regional Athlete and Coach Development Programs. Together the regional coaching development team will identify base talent, motivate and encourage talent and participate in introductory coach education workshops and clinics.