History of Badminton

Questions and Answers

What is the historical reference to badminton found in records?

The game involving the equipment in more than 200 years.

What were the first established rules of badminton published?

1893

Who is known as the Father of Indonesian Badminton?

Taufik Hidayat

Lee Chong Wei

Dick Sudirman (correct)

Lin Dan

What was the original name of badminton?

Poona Signup and view all the answers

How wide is a doubles badminton court?

20 feet Signup and view all the answers

In badminton, a fault results in a loss of service or point.

True Signup and view all the answers

The first all England championship took place in _____.

1899 Signup and view all the answers

What is the weight range of a standard shuttlecock?

4.74 - 5.50 g Signup and view all the answers

Which shot is also known as a 'put away' in badminton?

Kill Signup and view all the answers

What grips are commonly used in badminton?

Forehand and Backhand Signup and view all the answers

In doubles badminton, how many players participate?

4 players Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

History of Badminton

Badminton has roots traced back over 200 years with references in Ancient India, China, and Greece.
Known as "Battledore" in Medieval Europe.
India played a key role in introducing badminton globally.
Historians suggest a similar game was played in China 2000 years ago.
Dick Sudirman is recognized as the Father of Indonesian Badminton.
The name "badminton" is derived from the game "Poona."
The Badminton Association of England published the first set of rules in 1893.
The first All England Championship took place in 1899 for men, with women's tournaments starting in 1900.
By 1930, countries like Denmark, the US, and Canada began to embrace badminton.

Facilities and Equipment

Badminton Racket: Lightweight, made from materials like wood, aluminum, or synthetic composites.
- Components include:
  - Stringed Area: Where the shuttle is hit.
  - Head: Encloses the stringed area.
  - Throat: Connects the shaft to the head.
  - Shaft: Connects the handle to the head.
  - Ferrule: Connects the shaft to the handle.
  - Handle: Gripped by the player.
  - Butt: Tip of the handle.
  - Frame: Assembly of the head, throat, shaft, and handle.
Shuttlecock: Made of 16 goose feathers, covered with leather, weighing between 4.74 – 5.50 g.
- Features:
  - Feather: 16 goose feathers configured.
  - Cork: 25mm-28mm diameter base.
Court:
- Dimensions: 20 feet wide and 44 feet long for doubles; 17 feet wide for singles.
Net Height: Stands at 5 feet (1.55m).

Badminton Terminologies

Attacking Shots: Include smashes, half smashes, and drives.
Key Shots:
- Backhand: Non-racquet side shots.
- Clear: High shot targeting the back boundary.
- Drive: Fast, flat shot over the net.
- Drop Shot: Just clears the net, lands in front.
- Smash: Powerful overhead shot aimed downwards.
Faults and Illegal Tactics:
- Fault: A rule violation leading to a point loss.
- Feint: Deceptive movement, legal in rallies but illegal while serving.
- Obstruction: Illegally hindering opponent’s shot.

Rules of the Game

Consists of singles (2 players) or doubles (4 players).
Toss: Determines service side before the game starts.
Game Structure: Best of three games; player must reach 21 points to win.
Changing Ends: Occurs at odd scores.
Service Guidelines:
- Players must stand in diagonally opposite service boxes.
- Shuttle must be hit below the server's waist.
Common Faults: Incorrect serves, shuttle caught in the net, landing outside court boundaries.

Basic Skills of Badminton

Grips:
- Forehand: Commonly known as the handshake grip.
- Backhand: Modified grip for shots on the opposite side.
Types of Strokes:
- Forehand: Hits on the side of the body.
- Backhand: Hits on the non-racket side.
- Underhand: For low approaching shuttles.
- Overhead: For high, incoming shuttles.
- Sidearm: For parallel shuttle hits.
Service Types:
- Long Serve: High and deep to push opponents back.
- Short Serve: Low serve to force an opponent to lift.
- Flick Serve: Quick serve to back corners.
- Drive Serve: Hard, flat serve aimed at the opponent's shoulder.
Shot Types:
- Clear or Lob: Most widely used shot.
- Drop Shot: Drops immediately after crossing the net.
- Drive Shot: Low, flat shot.
- Smash Shot: Offensive shot, often resulting in "kill."

Description

Explore the fascinating history of badminton in this quiz. From its ancient origins in India, China, and Greece to its medieval European adaptation as 'Battledore', learn about the evolution of this popular sport. Test your knowledge on key developments and historical figures that contributed to badminton's global recognition.