01/11/2024
It is with great sadness to hear today's news reports confirming that Ian Little passed away yesterday morning (29/10/2024). He was the MD of Yehlex UK having founded the shuttle, racket and clothing business 39 years ago in 1985, these have been well used in the League over the years.
He was a sponsor of Masters Badminton and supplied shuttles for the Masters County Challenge event held in January from 1990 until only a few years ago. He was also a great supporter of grass roots badminton and sponsoring not only master's events but also Badminton England's Bonanza events held in Birmingham
Ian was a member of the Veterans Policy Group (now Masters Policy Group) since its inception in 1998, as well as the Competitive Play Board at Badminton England. His support at meetings was invaluable but more importantly, despite being so busy, he was always present, and his views respected.
Our condolences and thoughts must go to his widow and family. Today's news has rocked the badminton fraternity who knew him, and all will be filled with sorrow.
Please pass this news on to anyone you know who may have known Ian.
Peter Emptage
Chair, Badminton England
To whom it may concern,
For any friends of who are unable to attend the service in person there will be a webcast for Ian Little's funeral.
It will be available from the start of the service on 27th November at 12:30pm and will remain for 7 days.
Please use the PIN number below as it will be required to access the webcast.
Webcast Login PIN: 933-4564
https://wesleymedia.co.uk/
Please forward this to friends who would like to support and celebrate his life.
