Hello, I’m Ved. Welcome to my part of the badminton world, where rackets are worshiped, smashes are honored, and shuttlecocks rule the skies. I’m just like the typical guy next door. I have a great family, a superstar wife with Midas touch, two great teenage boys who are loved and respected by their peers, and a little 10-year daughter, who I will always see as a baby angel (who walks all over me). We live in Tampa; Florida and we love it here.
My beginnings
Growing up, badminton was never something I was interested in. We did have a steel CSIBR30 racket with dual shaft in the corner of the storage space. It only came to the fore when my mom decided to whoop me with it for stepping over the line. I deserved it every time. I found out the hard way she was an avid shuttler with an aggressive playing style.
My Rackets
Yonex Duora Z Strike
My even balanced racket with Yonex Bg63 Exbolt at 26lbs. (Nickname: Raiden)
Yonex Astrox 100zz
My head heavy racket with a Yonex BG80 White Power at 28 lbs. (Nickname: Stryker)
Yonex Nanoflare 800 pro
My head light racket with Yonex Bg65 Ti at 26 lbs. (Nickname: Jade)
I am not sorry for the Mortal Kombat references.
My Stringer
I cant build my own website without mentioning my stringer Mr. Mathew. He lives in South Tampa, great guy, great service. He is a great player too. He knows his stuff, provides recommendations when needed and does one heck of a job. When I sent him the first Zelle payment, his number showed up under Wong. That’s his legal name, I am assuming, but he likes to be called Mathew. That’s just wong! He strung Stryker, Jade and restrung Raiden a couple of times.
The Brand Story
It’s Goodminton was born out of pure obsession — not just with the sport, but with everything that makes badminton beautiful. From featherlight rackets that slice through the air to shuttlecocks that seem to defy physics, I wanted to create a space where players of all levels could explore, learn, and gear up with confidence. I added a humorous twist to my blogs. Not intended to hurt or offend anyone. This isn’t just another gear blog. It’s a curated experience built for curious beginners, passionate intermediates, and string-snapping advanced players looking to make smarter choices on what they swing with a humorous twist based on a combination of my own life experiences and passion.
Who We Serve
Whether you’re:
- Wondering which racket to buy for your first club match,
- Trying to understand why your smashes land in the net,
- Or debating if feather shuttlecocks are really worth it.
You’re in the right place.
Here you’ll find in-depth racket reviews, comparisons, guides, and affiliate recommendations that are actually useful — not just a list of specs copied from a box.
❤️ My Passion for Badminton
I’ve been playing badminton for years — sometimes seriously, sometimes just to avoid cardio on a treadmill. What started as a weekend hobby turned into a full-blown love affair with the sport. The gear, the footwork, the strategy — I love it all.
Why I Built This
Too often, players buy gear based on hype, not fit. I wanted to change that. Through honest reviews, helpful content, and a growing database of trusted retailers, my mission is to help you play better and buy smarter — all while keeping things fun.
Thanks for being here. And remember; despite what its called, the sport is so good and Yes! I have hit a tweener winner in Badminton.