By Ismar Junuzovic – Entertainment Editor

The Jonathan Law Badminton Club just kicked off its first season and its popularity is bigger than expected.

The club meets on Fridays in the new gym where teams and individuals play badminton against each other. It is in place for students who want to do something fun and social with friends in a relaxed environment.

There are no fees and the club is still accepting members. Law history teacher Mr. Kravecs is the club’s advisor.

“I wanted to have a club that can almost be an escape for Law students,” Badminton Club co-president and senior Nick Lawrence said. “School can be extremely stressful and this provides a fun and rewarding experience to spend with friends and is something productive as well.”

In its first month, the Badminton Club has already amassed over 35 members. With such a strong start, the club is looking to expand in ways not previously expected, such as having more events and buying apparel for club members.

“We want to hold more meets and even try to hold tournaments at the school,” co-president and senior Sean Berg said.

With the club growing at such a rapid pace, there are questions on what is in the near future for the club and how it will be run in the future.

“It is really important to us that we keep the club going even after we gradate this year,” co-president Ben Longobardi said. “We want the responsibilities of the club to be passed to younger students who want to preserve it, and care for it as much as we do.”

Regardless of skill level, students said they feel comfortable when they are in the gym playing badminton with each other.

“I enjoy the atmosphere the most; it’s what really keeps me coming back,” club officer and senior Alexis Maltes said.

The club’s presidents hope that everyone benefits from participating, whether it’s due to just being around their friends or the fun of competing against them.

“I’ve only been to one meet and I enjoyed it a lot,” senior Mike DeLorio said. “It’s fun to be able to do something unique while also being with your friends.”

(Photo by Max Slusky)