Introduction To Badminton PDF

COLLEGE OF BUSINESS INTRODUCTION TO BADMINTON RENE G. GARBOSA, LPT LEARNING OBJECTIVES: After going through the lesson, student should be able to: trace the evolution of badminton enumerate some milestone of Philippine badminton explain how badminton is played n...

COLLEGE OF BUSINESS INTRODUCTION TO BADMINTON RENE G. GARBOSA, LPT LEARNING OBJECTIVES: After going through the lesson, student should be able to: trace the evolution of badminton enumerate some milestone of Philippine badminton explain how badminton is played name some benefits of badminton  What is Badminton? Badminton is a racquet sport It can be played by males and that provides the joy of females at any age or skill competition as well as the level. It can be played by two health benefit of a relaxing persons in the form of singles recreational sport. or four in the form of doubles.  What is Badminton? Badminton is a racquet sport It can be played by two persons in the form of singles or four in the that provides the joy of form of doubles. competition as well as the health benefit of a relaxing The object of the game, until a recreational sport. specific score is reached, is to hit a lightweight, conical-shaped object called a shuttlecock over a net It can be played by males into an opponent's court in such a and females at any age or way that it cannot be legally skill level. returned.  What is Badminton? As a competitive sport, badminton requires a combination of power, speed, endurance and tactical Badminton is also a sport that teaches respects opponents and skills. officials. Badminton teaches players self- These skills, which young players control for during a match that is learn in badminton are easily mentally stimulating and often transferable Iike skills that will emotionally intense, they must help them in their adult lives. react quickly and wisely under pressure  What is Badminton? Badminton is also a great sport Individuals suffering from which makes one acquire all- hypertension (high blood around physical fitness. pressure) also benefit from playing badminton regularly Being an aerobic sports activity, because basal heart rate drops a badminton provides and promotes few beats per minute and blood longevity. pressure is reduced. The main health benefit is Regular badminton play helps reduction to bad cholesterol and overweight people to reduce their increase in goof. weight and attain optimal weight for their height and age. Finally, playing badminton keeps a person feeling well, strong, motivated, enthusiastic and young. It helps to ward off depression, anxiety, stress and increase self-esteem.  History of 01 Badminton Where did it start?  History of Badminton Badminton, one of the world major sports and healthful recreational activities today, has a long and fascinating history. The game's exact origin is unknown although there are claims that it can traced to ancient Greece and China more than two years ago.  History of Badminton Some game historians claim that the modern game of badminton is a direct descendant of "battledore and shuttlecock" has been described as a leisurely pastime whereby players count the number of hits and try to keep the shuttlecock up in the air as long as possible.  History of Badminton In 1873 "battledore and shuttlecock" was introduced in the Duke of Beufort's summer home of badminton of Gloucestershire, England, from which game received its internationally recognized name.  History of Badminton The game was played in an hourglass- shaped court. A net in the form string, was strung across to Separate the players from two opposing teams.  History of Badminton A rival claim has it that modern badminton evolved from the version of the game known as "Poona”. Poona was first played by the British in Poona, India where it flourished in the 1870 before it was brought back to Britain by returning officers.  History of Badminton The first attempts to establish the rules of badminton was made in 1873 in Poona, India. These rules known as the first "Poona Laws" were later revised several times and were also one of the first official Laws of Badminton published by the Badminton Association of England in 1893.  History of Badminton In 1989, the Badminton Association of England started international competition. The Championship has been held annually since then in London every March. History of Badminton Today full control of the sports badminton, from the changing and updating of the Laws to sponsoring major international competitions, is in the hands of the International Badminton Federation (IBF). History of Badminton The IBF was formed in 1934 by: England, Scotland, Ireland, Wales, Holland, Denmark, New Zealand, Canada and France. History of Badminton To date the IBF has no fewer than 160 member countries from five continental confederations. History of Badminton The IBF sponsors four major international competitions; 1. Thomas Cup (International Men's Team Championships (Individual Competition); and 2. Sudirma Cup (World Mixed Team Championship). Thomas Cup The Thomas Cup Championships was initiated in 1939 by Sir George Thomas Bart, founder president of the IBF. His purpose was to create for badminton a competition similar to the Davis Cup of Tennis. Thomas Cup World War Il delayed the start of the Cup championship until 1949. From 1949 to 1982 the event was held every 3 years. Thomas Cup After the 1982 contest, the decision was made to hold the competition every two years beginning in 1984. The number of matches in a nation-vs- nation "tie" was also reduced from nine to five (3 singles and 2 double matches). Thomas Cup Since 1949, the Thomas Cup has been monopolized by Three Asian Countries: 1. Indonesia 2. Malaysia 3. China Uber Cup The Uber Cup championship for women was begun in 1957 With trophy donated by one of England's greatest player, Mrs. H.S. (Betty) Uber. Uber Cup Also once held every 3 years in separate years from the Thomas Cup, the Uber Cup is now contested concurrently with the Thomas Cup every two years beginning in 1984. Uber Cup As is the Thomas Cup, each nation Uber Cup nation-vs- nation "tie" consists of 3 single matches and 2 double matches. Uber Cup Only five countries have managed to win the Uber Cup: 1. USA, 2. Japan, 3. China, 4. Denmark and 5. Indonesia- HISTORY OF BADMINTON The World Badminton Championship began in 1977 to provide individual championships complementing the team competitions of the two Cups. Starting in 1983, the World Badminton Championships are now held in odd-numbered years, alternating with the Cup events, at different sites. HISTORY OF BADMINTON Because of its progress and increasing international popularity, badminton achieved the status of an Olympic medal sports at the 1992 Barcelona Olympics. HISTORY OF BADMINTON At the 1996 Atlanta Olympics, the mixed doubles event was added.  Milestone of the Philippine Badminton 1920s 1962 British and American expatriate Johnny Yan and Stephen Cheng introduced badminton in the Philippines were the country's first doubles champions at the Hong Kong Open. 1950 1952 The Philippines became the 21st The Philippine Badminton Association member country of the (PBA), organized by 28 badminton International Badminton Federation clubs, became the first international (IBF) badminton group.  Milestone of the Philippine Badminton 1966 1992 A Philippine team achieved its first team Melvin Llanes became the first championship in the men's division of the Philippine champion at the Prince Asian 1966 Triangular Meet in Vietnam. Junior Championship for the 16-under age group. 1981 1984 The Philippine Badminton team The Philippines made its first participated in the ASEAN games for appearance in the Thomas Cup the first time Competitions  Milestone of the Philippine Badminton 1995 1998 In the Australian International The Philippines hosted the Asian Championships, Weena Lim and Kennie preliminaries of the Thomas Cup and Asuncion were the first Philippine entry Uber Cup with 19 countries and 15 (ladies' double) to win a gold medal. countries participating respectively. 1996 1997 Jakarta SEA Games, Weena Lim and Kennie Weena Lim became the first Philippine Asuncion were the First Philippine bronze badminton player to qualiFy and medalist in the women's double individual participated in the prestigious Olympic event. In the same Jakarta Games, the games (1996 Atlanta Olympic Games) Philippine men's team took second runner-up honors in the men's team event. 1998 At the Thomas Cup Asian Zonal Championships, the Philippine men's team achieved its first Thomas Cup victory by defeating Iran 5-0. At the Uber Cup Asian Zonal Championships, the Philippine ladies team defeated Mauritus, 3-2.  Milestone of the Philippine Badminton 2001 2001 Bangkok Open, Kennevic Asuncion At the Canada Open in Vancouver, B.C., became the first bronze medalist js the Kennievic Asuncion was the first men's singles and with sister Kennie in Philippine bronze medalist in the men's the mixed doubles individual event. singles and again a bronze medalist with his sister Kennie in the mixed doubles Kennivic Asuncion was the first individual events. Philippine silver medalist in the 11th Asian University Games for the men's At the U.S. Open in Orange Country, singles individual event held at the California, Kennie Asuncion and Weena Ateneo de Manila. Lim garnered the Philippines first bronze medal in the women's doubles. 2003 13th World Championships held in Birmingham England, Kennevic and Kennie Asuncion were the First Philippine players to qualify and participate in both men's single and mixed doubles individual's events.