Lauren Lam

Badminton

I am a Team USA badminton athlete and international competitor pursuing my dream of competing at the highest level of the sport. Through years of discipline, perseverance, and love for the game, I have steadily worked my way up the world rankings while representing the United States with pride.

My journey extends beyond the court. I balance elite training with academic pursuits and entrepreneurship, experiences that have given me a deep appreciation for the support systems that make athletic dreams possible. Along the way, personal challenges have strengthened my resilience and reinforced my belief in showing up with purpose, even during difficult moments.

As a Champion of Tomorrow, I hope to inspire young athletes to believe in themselves, embrace hard work, and understand that they are not alone in their journey. With the support of organizations like A Little More Support, I am committed to continuing my growth as both an athlete and a role model, and to giving back to the community that fuels my dreams.

Achievement

  • Highest world rank (singles) 38
  • Highest world rank (doubles) 21
  • Youngest junior to Win Pan Am Junior Championships at the age of 14
  • 2021 Bahrain International Challenge Champion WS
  • 2022 Peru International Challenge Champion WD Bronze WS 
  • 2022 Mexican international Series WS champion 
  • 2022 El Salvador International Series WS/WD champion
  • 2022 Pan Am Cup Team Championships Winner
  • 2023 Estonian International series WD champion
  • 2023 Mongolian International Challenge WS runner up
  • 2024 WD Adult Nationals Champion
  • 2024 Canada Open Quarterfinalist WS 
  • 2024 Pan Am Individual Championships Semi Finalist
  • 2025 Pan Am Individual Championships WD
  • 2025 Uganda International Challenge winner WD
  • 2025 Polish International Challenge Champion WD
  • 2025 Frisco Open Championships WD 
  • 2025 US Open Quarterfinalist WD
  • 2025 Canada Open Quarterfinals WD
  • 2025 Macau Open Quarterfinalist WD