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Badminton is an exciting racket sport played between two opposing players (singles) or pairs of players (doubles). Players take positions on opposing sides of a rectangular court divided by a net, scoring points by hitting a shuttlecock so it lands within an opponents half of the court – winning rallies adds one point to your score; first player or team to earn 21 points wins the game!
Badminton offers more than physical challenges; it is also an incredibly strategic sport with multiple ways of improving your game. To start, familiarize yourself with the Laws of Badminton and BWF Statutes which provide basic rules of play.
At a match, every player or pair of players compete against one another over three games in competition for victory. The first player or team to win two of those three wins the match – though usually 21 points is enough.
Badminton has quickly grown in worldwide popularity, now being played in over 130 nations around the globe and regularly featured at major multi-sport events like the Olympics. China currently reigns supreme, having won an astounding 20 gold medals at their most recent Olympics – not to mention an ever-expanding fan base around the globe!
Are You New to Badminton? YMCAs and community sports centers usually provide group and individual badminton lessons, while universities often have student-run programs tailored specifically for all levels of skill. You may also look up badminton clubs through Team UniSA to take advantage of discounted membership fees as well as represent your university at intervarsity or community sporting events.
Badminton is an officiated sport featuring a high chair referee and line judges who oversee its rules. These regulations can be complicated, but their purpose is simple: keep the game fair so that only the best player or team wins each match. Whether you are new to badminton or an expert player, understanding these regulations will make your experience in badminton even more enjoyable.