IRVINE Junior Badminton Club are proving a smash hit success..

Youngsters are turning out in force for their sessions, held every Friday at Irvine Royal Academy, from 6pm until 9.30pm.

Next month will be the group's fourth anniversary.

They work in partnership with Active Schools, delivering badminton club sessions in local schools and inviting players to attend after school clubs to allow them all to hone their skills.

The club also run a .Tuesday night development squad at the Magnum,, from 7pm until 9pm. This is an invitation only event and for players competing up in all events.