As a beginner in Badminton, it is imperative that you understand its fundamental rules. Knowing where and when to shoot is vital; additionally it’s also essential that you are familiar with footwork and faults in play.
First thing to keep in mind when serving tennis balls is not randomly choosing from which side of the court to serve from. If you have an even score then right is best served from; otherwise if odd scores prevail then left.
Rules
Badminton is a sport which demands physical fitness and dexterity, offering men, women and mixed competition in singles and doubles formats. There are numerous divisions within badminton that cater to all fitness levels with singles games for singles players as well as mixed doubles competitions available indoors or outdoors worldwide. There are some basic regulations every player should abide by which include scoring, serving, breaks and lets rules.
Each point in doubles tennis can be scored by winning a rally and scoring one point before it passes over the net (unlike volleyball where multiple people may touch the shuttle). When scoring 21 points, a winner is declared. When it comes to rallying in doubles matches, both players must win rallies before scoring one. A serve must also only ever hit once before passing over it (unlike volleyball where multiple people may touch it at once).
Game of 21 Points is played over sets of three best-of-three games to 21 points. A side that wins three games advances to the next round in a tournament; alternatively, they may win the game by reaching 21 points with either two-point lead, or by scoring 30 points in any one game.
When serving, the server must stand diagonally opposite their receiver within their service court diagonally opposite them and hit their shuttle below waist height for it to be legal. They must remain motionless until their serve has been completed successfully.
Faults in badminton occur when a shuttle does not return before hitting the ground or when one player interferes with an opponent’s shot, or when hitting outside the court boundaries or touching the net while playing are committed. These faults are known as lets, which require replay of a rally; otherwise they result in points awarded to opposing teams.
Scoring
Badminton is an exciting indoor racket sport requiring physical stamina, quick footwork and keen awareness of the court. Commonly referred to as a physical game of chess, badminton can be challenging even for experienced players to reach its pinnacle of excellence. To become an adept player it is vital that one understands all relevant rules and regulations for competing at this sport.
Badminton follows an easy scoring system similar to tennis: the first side to accumulate 21 points wins the set. Rallies involve hitting a shuttlecock over a net to an opponent; one point is awarded whenever it lands within their half of the court.
If a player hits their shuttlecock out of bounds or into the net, they forfeit one point. Conversely, however, they may gain one by his/her opponent committing a fault such as touching the net with body or racquet – this way both players may gain one point!
Badminton matches consist of three sets, and the first side to reach 21 points and take a two-point advantage wins each set. There is also a two-minute break between sets; serve is determined either through coin tossing or shuttlecock spin; serving player must stand diagonally opposite receiver within service court diagonally opposite receiver. If either player or team are unprepared to serve, an umpire may call an aEURLetaEUR(TM). Another reason would be if shuttlecock touches dress of player/team member or twice consecutively striking birdie/birdie from above!
Faults
Fault in badminton refers to any violation of predetermined rules during play that breaks any predefined rule, from simple touches or deliberate acts that give their opponent an unfair edge, to anything which disturbs a serve or stroke from being completed without disrupting opponent.
One of the most frequent errors occurs when players accidentally hit the shuttlecock with their hand or arm while it is in flight – this action, known as “handing the shuttle”, is forbidden and should never occur. While it may be easy to make such mistakes, remembering not to do it can lead to points being awarded to your opponent and should always be avoided at all costs!
Errors that commonly arise while playing badminton include touching the net with any part of the body – this includes touching it with a racket or any part of a body part like an elbow or forearm racquet or any part of one’s body! Players are prohibited from striking a shuttlecock before it crosses over, although this may be difficult to judge when taking shots with full speed.
Failing to serve into the opposing court can be easily done, particularly by beginners who don’t recognize there is an exact rule about this – the serve must enter diagonally from its side – not directly into it.
Not too frequently seen faults may also arise, although most aren’t worth worrying about when starting out playing badminton. It is however essential that beginners become familiar with such faults so as to be able to avoid them as their experience increases – if in doubt on any rule refer to the BWF Laws of Badminton rulebook for guidance.
Equipment
Badminton is an engaging sport which requires many different pieces of equipment. Aside from the racquet and shuttlecock, players need the right attire and footware in order to play. Without proper footware, players may experience pain while playing. Badminton shoes have been specifically designed to support your feet during long rallies while still remaining breathable to help stay cool on court.
Badminton equipment consists of a shuttlecock, which is a lightweight projectile composed of feathers and cork. Usually fitted with a rubber base and commonly known as the birdie or shuttlecock, its main aim is to be hit only once; otherwise it must pass around or under the net without touching either hands or bodies – any such contact being considered a fault which will earn one point from an opposing team should they win the rally.
Badminton features two different kinds of rallies: singles and doubles. In each match, the first player to score 21 points wins; three games comprise an entire badminton match; with a two-minute break allowed between games.
Badminton has straightforward rules, making it easy to learn quickly. Accuracy and speed in hitting the shuttlecock are important skills that must be developed in order to compete against opponents; you also must be physically fit enough to compete against them. Badminton provides an ideal way of staying active, improving hand-eye coordination, socializing with family and friends and having fun without spending your free time watching television or playing video games; furthermore it can reduce stress while improving health!
Techniques
Badminton is an exhilarating sport that demands agility and quick thinking to play successfully. The game uses a shuttlecock (commonly referred to as a birdie) with stringed racket, with players scoring points by hitting it over the net into an opponent’s court and scoring points by hitting it back over it – ultimately the side with most points after three games is the winner!
As with any sport, badminton begins with mastery of its core fundamentals. Once this step has been mastered, moving onto more advanced techniques should follow naturally. To elevate your game and enhance footwork and accuracy while remaining two steps ahead of your opponent is key for staying two steps ahead and avoiding mistakes.
Training basic shots such as the clear, drop shot and smash will help develop both speed and accuracy in your game. Furthermore, practicing different serving techniques will enhance your overall game and once you have mastered those basic shots can move on to more advanced shots such as jump serve and lob.
Fostering a positive mindset is another essential skill when starting badminton, as this can often discourage beginners when results don’t appear immediately. Instead, beginners should instead focus on developing their skills and working toward reaching the top of their sport; although this will take hard work and dedication on both parts, but in the end will prove worth your while! Badminton offers great ways to connect with friends and family while being active; plus its healthy yet rewarding nature makes it suitable for any age range! So grab a partner and hit the courts now!