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Players rally one shuttlecock over the net using a ______.
Players rally one shuttlecock over the net using a ______.
racket
The court for singles measures 13.40m x ______ m.
The court for singles measures 13.40m x ______ m.
5.18
The goal is to land the shuttlecock in the marked ______ on the opposing side.
The goal is to land the shuttlecock in the marked ______ on the opposing side.
boundaries
A shuttlecock must weigh between ______ g and 5.5 g.
A shuttlecock must weigh between ______ g and 5.5 g.
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Both players in doubles must wear the same ______.
Both players in doubles must wear the same ______.
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The net is crucial for play in ______ badminton matches.
The net is crucial for play in ______ badminton matches.
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The shuttlecock is made of real goose feathers forming a ______.
The shuttlecock is made of real goose feathers forming a ______.
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The maximum length of a badminton racket is ______ inches.
The maximum length of a badminton racket is ______ inches.
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Badminton is played indoor on a court by two opposing ______.
Badminton is played indoor on a court by two opposing ______.
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The game of badminton features a ______ that is volleyed over the net.
The game of badminton features a ______ that is volleyed over the net.
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The modern version of badminton was created by British military officers in ______.
The modern version of badminton was created by British military officers in ______.
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Badminton's roots trace back over ______ years to the game called battledore and shuttlecock.
Badminton's roots trace back over ______ years to the game called battledore and shuttlecock.
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The first Open Tournament for badminton was held in ______.
The first Open Tournament for badminton was held in ______.
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The game was introduced at the Duke of Beaufort's home ______ in England.
The game was introduced at the Duke of Beaufort's home ______ in England.
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A badminton match is overseen by an ______ and a referee.
A badminton match is overseen by an ______ and a referee.
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Battledore and shuttlecock became popular among the upper classes in ______.
Battledore and shuttlecock became popular among the upper classes in ______.
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To win a set, players must reach _____ points via rally.
To win a set, players must reach _____ points via rally.
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In singles play, you serve from the right side if your score is ____.
In singles play, you serve from the right side if your score is ____.
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If your score is odd, you serve from the _____ side.
If your score is odd, you serve from the _____ side.
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An ace is an outright point from a serve that is not even touched by the _____ .
An ace is an outright point from a serve that is not even touched by the _____ .
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The Badminton World Federation rules allow for a _____-second interval when the winning team scores the 11th point.
The Badminton World Federation rules allow for a _____-second interval when the winning team scores the 11th point.
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A shot played from beneath the height of the net is referred to as a _____.
A shot played from beneath the height of the net is referred to as a _____.
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A _____ is a hard, overhead shot hit directly down into the opposition’s court.
A _____ is a hard, overhead shot hit directly down into the opposition’s court.
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If a match reaches three games, there is a change of _____ when the winning side scores 11 points.
If a match reaches three games, there is a change of _____ when the winning side scores 11 points.
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The proper way of holding the racket is through ______ grip.
The proper way of holding the racket is through ______ grip.
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______ is used to hit shots that are on the back of the hand facing the direction of the stroke.
______ is used to hit shots that are on the back of the hand facing the direction of the stroke.
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______ can bring more success to the game if the player learns to move on the court.
______ can bring more success to the game if the player learns to move on the court.
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A ______ serve is used to move your opponent to the back of their side of the court.
A ______ serve is used to move your opponent to the back of their side of the court.
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A ______ serve makes your opponent have to get under the shuttle.
A ______ serve makes your opponent have to get under the shuttle.
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The ______ serve is used to confuse your opponent who thinks you are going to hit a low serve.
The ______ serve is used to confuse your opponent who thinks you are going to hit a low serve.
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To win a match, a player must win 2 sets out of ______.
To win a match, a player must win 2 sets out of ______.
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The winner of each game is the first player(s) to reach ______, by two clear points.
The winner of each game is the first player(s) to reach ______, by two clear points.
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Study Notes
Badminton Overview
- Badminton is a racket sport played by two opposing players (singles) or teams (doubles)
- Played indoors on a court divided by a net
- Players use a racket to volley a shuttlecock (a feathered projectile) over the net
- Matches can be singles or doubles
- Officiated by an umpire (British English) or referee (American English)
Learning Objectives
- Discuss the history and nature of badminton
- Identify fundamental badminton skills
- Understand badminton facilities and equipment
- Master basic badminton drills
Introduction to Badminton
- Badminton is a racket sport played indoors on a court
- It can be played in singles or doubles
- A shuttlecock is volleyed over the net
- The game is presided by an Umpire (British English) or referee (American English)
History of Badminton
- Badminton's origins trace back over 2000 years to ancient games, like battledore and shuttlecock
- In 1600s, it became popular among upper-class individuals in England and Europe.
- British military officers in India developed modern badminton in the mid-19th century, adding a net, called it Poona or Poona badminton - in the British garrison town of Poona
- The game was later introduced at the Duke of Beaufort's home in Badminton, England, hence the name for the game
The Game
- Categories include Men's Singles, Women's Singles, Men's Doubles, Women's Doubles, and Mixed Doubles
- Players rally a shuttlecock over the net using a racket trying to land it in the opponent's marked area
- A point is awarded to the side that wins the rally
The Court
- Singles court measures 13.40m x 5.18m
- Doubles court measures 13.40m x 6.10m
- The same court surface is used for both singles and doubles; only the marked lines differ
The Net
- Net height is 155cm (5'1")
- Net width is 152.4cm (5ft)
- Net height at the center = 76cm (2'6")
Shuttlecock
- Semi-spherical piece of rock or cork coated with leather
- Has 16 real goose feathers forming a cone shape
- Weight ranges from 4.74g to 5.50g
Rackets
- Made from lightweight materials (aluminum, steel, carbon fiber)
- Length limit: 26.77 inches
- Width: 9.06 inches
- String thickness: 0.03 inches
- Weight: must not exceed 3.2 oz
Uniform
- Players wear short sleeved shirts and shorts/skirts
- Doubles partners must wear identical outfits with names on the back
- Shoes are not specified
Basic Badminton Skills
- Grip (forehand and backhand)
- Footwork techniques
- Serving techniques: High, Low, Flick, Drive
- Scoring system
Scoring
- Match: Player/s must win 2 out of 3 sets
- Set: Player(s) must reach 21 points via rally
- At 29-all, the side reaching the 30th point wins the set
- 60-second interval when a team scores the 11th point
- Two-minute interval between games
- End game interval if match reaches 3 games
Sports Terminologies
- ACE: Unreturned serve.
- LIFT: Shot played beneath net height
- SMASH: Hard overhead shot directly into opponent court
- CLEAR: Deep shot into opponent court
Additional Rules
- The Badminton World Federation has rules regarding intervals
- 60-second interval after scoring 11th point
- Two-minute interval between games
- Change of ends if the match reaches three games and the winning side reaches 11 points
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Test your knowledge on the fundamental rules and history of badminton with this engaging quiz. Covering aspects from equipment to court dimensions, you'll learn interesting facts about this exciting sport. Perfect for both beginners and enthusiasts!
