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The middle third of the court is called ______.
The middle third of the court is called ______.
midcourt
A shot hit from the forecourt that just clears the net is known as a ______.
A shot hit from the forecourt that just clears the net is known as a ______.
net shot
A gentle shot played by pushing the shuttle with little wrist motion is called a ______.
A gentle shot played by pushing the shuttle with little wrist motion is called a ______.
push shot
An instrument used by the player to hit the shuttlecock is called a ______.
An instrument used by the player to hit the shuttlecock is called a ______.
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The exchange of shots while the shuttle is in play is referred to as a ______.
The exchange of shots while the shuttle is in play is referred to as a ______.
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At the beginning of the game and when the server’s score is even, the server serves from the right ______.
At the beginning of the game and when the server’s score is even, the server serves from the right ______.
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A hard-hit overhead shot that forces the shuttle sharply downward is known as a ______.
A hard-hit overhead shot that forces the shuttle sharply downward is known as a ______.
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Players shall change ends at the end of the first ______.
Players shall change ends at the end of the first ______.
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The area in the middle of the court from the short service line to the back third is called ______.
The area in the middle of the court from the short service line to the back third is called ______.
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The line that is 6 ½ ft from the net is known as the ______.
The line that is 6 ½ ft from the net is known as the ______.
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In badminton, a shot hit softly and intended to fall quickly and close to the net is called a ______.
In badminton, a shot hit softly and intended to fall quickly and close to the net is called a ______.
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A violation of the playing rules during serving or receiving is termed a ______.
A violation of the playing rules during serving or receiving is termed a ______.
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The shots that aim deep to the opponent's back boundary line are referred to as ______.
The shots that aim deep to the opponent's back boundary line are referred to as ______.
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The location in the center of the court to which a singles player tries to return after each shot is called ______.
The location in the center of the court to which a singles player tries to return after each shot is called ______.
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A fast downward shot that is likely unreturnable is known as a ______.
A fast downward shot that is likely unreturnable is known as a ______.
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A shot characterized by quick wrist and forearm movements to change a soft shot into a faster one is known as a ______.
A shot characterized by quick wrist and forearm movements to change a soft shot into a faster one is known as a ______.
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In ancient Greece and Egypt, badminton-like the game was called battledore and ______.
In ancient Greece and Egypt, badminton-like the game was called battledore and ______.
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During the 18th Century, a game called 'Poona' was played in ______.
During the 18th Century, a game called 'Poona' was played in ______.
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The first major IBF tournament was the ______ Cup.
The first major IBF tournament was the ______ Cup.
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In 1992, badminton became an ______ sport.
In 1992, badminton became an ______ sport.
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The head of the racket holds the strings to form the ______.
The head of the racket holds the strings to form the ______.
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The official badminton court is ______ ft wide.
The official badminton court is ______ ft wide.
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The ______ of a shuttlecock measures around 25mm-28mm in diameter.
The ______ of a shuttlecock measures around 25mm-28mm in diameter.
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The length of the feather on a shuttlecock is between ______ mm to 70 mm.
The length of the feather on a shuttlecock is between ______ mm to 70 mm.
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Study Notes
Badminton History
- Badminton-like games existed in ancient Greece and Egypt, called battledore and shuttlecock
- In the 18th century, a game called "Poona" was played in India
- In the 1860s, British Army officers adapted Poona and brought it back to England
- The Duke of Beaufort hosted a party at his Badminton estate in Gloucestershire in 1873, where the game became popular, hence the name "Badminton"
- The International Badminton Federation was formed in 1934, with initial members including England, Wales, Ireland, Scotland, Denmark, Holland, Canada, New Zealand, and France.
- India joined as an affiliate in 1936
- The first major IBF tournament was the Thomas Cup in 1948
- Badminton became an Olympic sport in 1992, featuring singles and doubles disciplines at the Barcelona Olympics.
- In 1966, Atlanta included badminton as the only mixed doubles event in all Olympic sports
Badminton Facilities and Equipment
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Racket: A handled sports equipment with an open hoop and a network of tightly stretched strings for striking the shuttlecock
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Parts of the racket:
- Stringed area - the netted area to hit the shuttlecock
- Head - Holds the strings to form the string bed
- Throat -(optional) 'T' shape portion between shaft and head, supporting the head base
- Shaft - Connects the handle to the head
- Handle/ grip - Used by the player to hold the racket
- Butt cup - the end portion of the racket
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Shuttlecock: Made of natural and/or synthetic materials. It has 16 feathers fixed in the base.
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Feather length: 62mm to 70mm
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Weight: 4.74-5.50g
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Cork diameter: 25mm–28mm
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Court:
- Official court width: 20ft
- Singles court width: 17ft
- Back court (rear court)
- Baseline (back line)
- Long service line (in singles, the back boundary line; in doubles, 2 ½ ft inside the back boundary line)
- Midcourt - the middle of the court from the short service line to the back third, approximately 7 1/2 ft.
- Service court- area where the serve must land
- Short service line - line 6 ½ ft from and parallel to the net
- Posts - 1.55m (5ft 1in) high from the court surface
- Net height - 1.524m (5ft) in the centre and 1.55m (5ft 1in) at the post
Badminton Terminologies, Rules, and Regulations
- Alley - the extension of the court by 1 1/2 ft on both sides for doubles play
- Back Alley - area between the back boundary line and the long service line for doubles play
- Backcourt - the back third of the court
- Balk (Feint) - deceptive movement to distract opponents before or during the service
- Baseline - the back boundary line at each end of the court, parallel to the net
- Carry - illegal tactic (sling or throw) where the shuttle is caught and held on the racquet before being slung
- Center/ Base Position - the center of the court where singles players return after each shot
- Center Line- a line perpendicular to the net separating the left and right service courts
- Clear - a deep shot to the opponent's back boundary line (defensive or offensive)
- Court - the area of play
- Drive - fast and low shot with horizontal flight over the net
- Drop - a softly hit shot that lands rapidly near the net
- Fault - violation of playing rules in serving, receiving, or during play
- Flick - quick wrist/forearm rotation surprising the opponent by changing a soft shot into a faster passing one
- Forecourt - the front third of the court, between the net and the short service line
- Half-Court Shot - a low shot to midcourt effectively played in doubles against up-and-back formations
- Kill - a fast downward shot that cannot be returned ("put away")
- Let - legitimate cessation of play allowing a rally to be played
- Match - a series of games to determine a winner
- Midcourt - the middle third of the court halfway between the net and the back boundary line
- Net Shot - a shot hit from the forecourt that clears the net and falls rapidly
- Push Shot - gentle shot played by pushing the shuttle with little wrist movement
- Racquet (Racket) - instrument used by players to hit the shuttlecock
- Rally - exchange of shots while the shuttle is in play
- Serve (Service) - stroke to put the shuttlecock into play
- Service Court - area where the serve must be delivered (different for singles and doubles play)
- Shuttlecock (Shuttle) - official name for the object hit
- Smash - hard-hit overhead shot forcing the shuttle sharply downwards (primary attacking stroke)
Badminton Rules
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Serving:
- Singles: Servers start from the right service court and alternate from left to right for odd and even point numbers.
- Doubles: Servers start from their respective right-hand service court. Servers switch with their partner as long as they keep winning points.
- Scoring system: Best of three games, serving side earns a point with a winning rally.
- At 20-all, the side with a 2-point lead wins the game.
- At 29-all, the side to score the 30th point wins the game
- The side winning a game serves first in the next game.
- Interval and Change of Ends
- Change ends at the end of game 1; prior to the start of game 3.
- 60-second interval between rallies when the leading score is 11 points.
- 2-minute interval between games
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Explore the fascinating history of badminton, from its ancient origins to its establishment as an Olympic sport. Learn about the evolution of the game, key tournaments, and essential equipment used in badminton today.
