PATHFIT 2 - Badminton

• What is badminton?

  Badminton is a racket sport played by either singles or doubles on a rectangular court divided by a net.
• How do players score points in badminton?

  Players score points by striking a shuttlecock so that it lands in their opponents' half of the court.
• What happens when a rally ends in badminton?

  A rally ends once the shuttlecock has struck the ground.
• What is the maximum speed a shuttlecock can reach in badminton?

  Shuttlecocks can be hit at speeds of up to 180 mph (288 kph).
• What physical demands does badminton place on players?

  Players can run up to four miles (6.4 km) around the court during a match.
• Where did badminton originate?

  Badminton originated in Siam, China over 2,000 years ago.
• When did badminton become an Olympic sport?

  Badminton became an Olympic sport in 1992.
• What was badminton originally called?

  Badminton was originally called Poona.
• What game did badminton develop from?

  Badminton developed from a children's game called Battledore and shuttlecock.
• How did the game of badminton evolve in England?

  British officers in India played a game similar to badminton and brought it back to England, where it became popular.
• What is the name of the world governing body for badminton?

  The world governing body for badminton is the International Badminton Federation (IBF).
• When was the IBF formed?

  The IBF was formed in 1934.
• How many member countries does the BWF currently have?

  The BWF currently has 201 member nations.
• What is the scoring system in badminton?

  Rally scoring allows for a point to be won by either team regardless of which team is serving.
• How many points are needed to win a game in badminton?

  Both singles and doubles games are won with 21 points.
• What happens at 20 all in a badminton game?

  The side that gains a 2 point lead first wins that game.
• What is the procedure for changing sides in badminton?

  In the third game, players change sides when a side scores 11 points.
• What is required for a legal serve in badminton?

  The server must keep both feet in contact with the floor at the time of the serve.
• What is the correct position of the racket during a serve?

  The racket head must be below the server’s wrist during the serve.
• What happens if the server misses the bird on the serve attempt?

  If the server misses the bird on the serve attempt, it still counts and the serve goes to the opponent.
• What is the rule for serving in singles when the score is even?

  When the server’s score is even, the serve will begin from the right service court.
• What happens if the serving side wins a rally in singles?

  If the serving side wins a rally, the server scores a point and serves again from the alternate service court.
• How many players serve in doubles during a service?

  A team will only have one player serve per service.
• What is the rule for serving in doubles when the score is even?

  At the beginning of the game and when the score is even, the server serves from the right service court.
• What is a fault in badminton?

  A fault occurs when there is a violation of the rules during play.
• What is a let in badminton?

  A let is a play allowed to be replayed under certain conditions.
• What is the grip technique for a forehand stroke?

  For a forehand grip, the racket head is perpendicular to the floor, and the "V" formed by the thumb and forefinger is on the top of the handle.
• What is the footwork technique in badminton?

  Players should move toward the shot with short steps and end with a long stride.
• What is the purpose of using the same motion for all shots?

  Using the same motion for all shots prevents the opponent from detecting the shot until it is hit.
• What is a clear shot in badminton?

  A clear shot is used to drive the opponent away from the net or to slow the game, flying above their reach and falling within one foot of the baseline.
• What is a smash in badminton?

  A smash is an attacking shot made at the limit of one’s upward reach and slightly in front of the shoulder.
• What is a drop shot in badminton?

  A drop shot is any shot that drops immediately after crossing the net, controlled with little follow-through.
• What is a net shot in badminton?

  A net shot is played as near to the net as possible, controlled by wrist and forearm.
• What is the strategy for singles play in badminton?

  In singles, players should serve long, return high serves with a drop or clear, and alternate drop and clear shots.
• What is the strategy for doubles play in badminton?

  In doubles, players should make shots that leave openings for their partner and always aim for attacking shots.
• What is the interval rule in badminton?

  When the leading score reaches 11 points, players have a 60-second interval.
• What is the term for the extension of the width of the court used in doubles play?

  The term is "alley."
• What is the definition of a bird in badminton?

  The bird is the object that flies over the net, officially known as a shuttlecock.
• What are the fitness benefits of playing badminton?

  Playing badminton improves aerobic fitness, burns calories, boosts flexibility, and enhances hand-eye coordination.
• How does badminton improve mental strength?

  Badminton develops concentration and mental strength, with matches often lasting for many hours.