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A badminton player executes a shot that travels in a high arc, landing near the back boundary line of their opponent's court. Which type of stroke is most likely being used?
A badminton player executes a shot that travels in a high arc, landing near the back boundary line of their opponent's court. Which type of stroke is most likely being used?
- Smash
- Drive
- Drop
- Clear (correct)
In badminton, a player stands on the left side of their service court to serve. According to the rules, what must be true of their current score?
In badminton, a player stands on the left side of their service court to serve. According to the rules, what must be true of their current score?
- Their score is zero.
- Their score is an odd number. (correct)
- Their score is an even number.
- The opponent's score is an even number.
A badminton player wants to quickly force a reaction from their opponent during a serve, aiming to catch them off guard. Which type of serve would be most suitable for this tactic?
A badminton player wants to quickly force a reaction from their opponent during a serve, aiming to catch them off guard. Which type of serve would be most suitable for this tactic?
- Low Serve
- Drive Serve (correct)
- Flick Serve
- High Serve
Which of the following badminton strokes is characterized by a hard, downward hit?
Which of the following badminton strokes is characterized by a hard, downward hit?
A badminton coach emphasizes the importance of moving efficiently around the court to maintain balance and reach shots effectively. Which fundamental skill is the coach primarily addressing?
A badminton coach emphasizes the importance of moving efficiently around the court to maintain balance and reach shots effectively. Which fundamental skill is the coach primarily addressing?
Which of the following best describes the evolution of badminton?
Which of the following best describes the evolution of badminton?
The introduction of badminton to the Olympic Games in 1992 significantly impacted the sport by:
The introduction of badminton to the Olympic Games in 1992 significantly impacted the sport by:
Which statement accurately describes the dimensions of a badminton court?
Which statement accurately describes the dimensions of a badminton court?
In badminton, what is the primary basis for distinguishing between a 'stroke' and a 'shot'?
In badminton, what is the primary basis for distinguishing between a 'stroke' and a 'shot'?
If a badminton player consistently uses forehand strokes for shots on the non-racket side of their body, what adjustment would optimize their game?
If a badminton player consistently uses forehand strokes for shots on the non-racket side of their body, what adjustment would optimize their game?
What is the function of the throat in a badminton racket, and when is it present?
What is the function of the throat in a badminton racket, and when is it present?
A badminton net is damaged during a game. Which of the following is the most important criteria when replacing it?
A badminton net is damaged during a game. Which of the following is the most important criteria when replacing it?
Compared to a singles badminton game, what adjustment should be made in the play area of a doubles game?
Compared to a singles badminton game, what adjustment should be made in the play area of a doubles game?
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Badminton
Badminton
A court game played with rackets and a shuttlecock, either singles or doubles.
Battledore and Shuttlecock
Battledore and Shuttlecock
An ancient game involving hitting a feathered projectile with a paddle.
BADMINTON CLUB of the City of New York
BADMINTON CLUB of the City of New York
The oldest badminton club in the world.
International Badminton Federation
International Badminton Federation
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Badminton Net
Badminton Net
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Shuttlecock
Shuttlecock
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Racket Head
Racket Head
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Forehand Stroke
Forehand Stroke
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Backhand Stroke
Backhand Stroke
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Badminton Clear (Lob)
Badminton Clear (Lob)
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Badminton Drop Shot
Badminton Drop Shot
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Ready Position (Badminton)
Ready Position (Badminton)
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Badminton Service
Badminton Service
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Study Notes
- Badminton can be played in singles or doubles, by any gender, indoors or outdoors, for fun, or competitively.
- The game originated from the ancient pastime of battledore and shuttlecock.
- The game was known as "poona" in India.
- British army officers brought the game to England in 1870.
- The Duke of Beaufort introduced the game at his country place, Badminton in Gloucestershire, and it was referred to as "the badminton game".
- The oldest badminton club, the BADMINTON CLUB of the City of New York, was founded in 1878.
- The International Badminton Federation, the world governing body for the sport, was founded in 1934.
- The World Badminton Federation was founded in 1977 and sponsored the first World Championship in Malmo, Sweden, that same year.
- Badminton was included in the Olympic Games program in 1992.
Facilities and Equipment
- NET: Divides the badminton court into two sides and should be made of dark-colored mesh.
- POST: Stands 5 feet and 1 inch tall from the floor.
- SHUTTLECOCKS: Also known as shuttles or birdies, are cone-shaped with a hard cork tip and can be made of feathers or synthetic materials.
- RACKET: An essential tool for players.
Parts of the Racket
- HEAD: Frames the stringed area.
- STRINGED AREA: The part of the racket used to hit the shuttle.
- SHAFT: Connects the handle to the head.
- THROAT: Connects the shaft to the head (if present).
- HANDLE: The part of the racket gripped by the player.
- BADMINTON COURT: Measures 44 ft long by 22 ft wide for doubles and 44 ft long by 17 ft wide for singles.
Strokes and Shots
- STROKE: A movement of the player’s racket with intention to hit the shuttle.
- SHOT: Differentiates flight patterns based on trajectory, elevation, and depth.
- FOREHAND STROKE: Any shot struck on the racket side of the body.
- BACKHAND STROKE: Shots struck on the side away from the racket.
Common Strokes
- CLEAR: Also called a lob, the shuttle soars high and falls behind the opponent.
- DROP: The shuttle falls gently, just clearing the net.
- DRIVE: A hard stroke hit on a straight line.
- SMASH: A hard stroke hit sharply downward.
Badminton Footwork
- Footwork is a fundamental skill for success in badminton.
- Ready position is the stance assumed while waiting for the opponent.
Footwork Formations
- Forward and Backward (I-Formation)
- Side by Side
- V-Front
- V-Back
- X Formation (Combination of V-front and V-back)
- Y Formation (Combination of V-Front and Backward)
Service
- Service is the shot that starts a play or rally.
- When serving even points, the server stands in the right-hand half of their service court; for odd points, they stand in the left-hand half.
Types of Service
- LOW SERVE: Played gently over the net to land at the front of the opponent’s service court, near the short service line.
- HIGH SERVE: Played powerfully upwards, causing the shuttlecock to travel high and fall almost vertically at the back of the receiver’s court (used frequently in singles, but never in doubles).
- FLICK SERVE: Played upwards but more shallowly than the high serve, depriving the opponent of time.
- DRIVE SERVE: Played flat and fast towards the back of the receiver’s court, provoking an immediate reaction.
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