badminton Flashcards
where was badminton originated?
India
what is the initial name of badminton?
Poona
It was played by the English army officers stationed on India and later brought to England
Badminton
badminton became an olympic sport on
1992
What is BWF?
Badminton World Federation
badminton can be played at?
singles, doubles, and mixed doubles
Equipment used on badminton
Racket, Badminton Court and Net, and shuttlecock
You serve at Right if you have a score of
2,4,6 Even numbers
you serve at left if you have a score of
3,5,7 Odd numbers
Positions the Thumb and pointing fingers wrapped around a handle forming a Letter v while the rest are supporting the grip.
ForeHand Grip
on the other hand, is used to hit the shuttle at the non dominant side of the body.
BackHand Grip
Shot is done with the Stroke above the head. targetting the long service line
Clear
Shot is done with the stroke below the head about waist-level.
Lob
The shot is usually made with a stroke above the Head travelling up but just drops near the net.
Drop
Shot is normally done with stroke below the head, barely touches the net and nearly drops.
Net Drop/shot