Game application: consolidate outwitting an opponent
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can use a range of different shots to hit the shuttlecock into space to win a point.
Key learning points
- Move: hitting the shuttlecock at pace using serves, forehands and backhands increases our chances of winning.
- Move: hitting the shuttlecock at pace and quickly returning to the middle of the court helps us to score points.
- Think: effective decision making helps us to play the correct shot into space, in order to score more points.
- Feel: striving to always respect the rules, even when we make mistakes demonstrates excellent self discipline.
- Connect: working together to resolve disagreements in a competition shows excellent communication and cooperation.
Keywords
Pace - hitting the shuttlecock faster towards our opponent
Competition - the process or act of trying to win
Winning - scoring more goals, tries, points than your opponents.
Common misconception
Pupils may struggle to hit the shuttlecock to the back of the court due to standing square on to the net. Pupils may avoid hitting backhand shots. Pupils may hit shuttlecock into the net.
Pupils must work on a side on position when hitting the shuttlecock to generate more power. Pupils should work on their backhand technique to develop confidence. Remove or reduce the height of the net if pupils are struggling.
Teacher tip
Try to offer pupils smaller rackets and always consider reducing the size of the court or the height of the net to adapt the game and make it more accesible for pupils. Where possible, try to differentiate the groups by ability to ensure the games are competitive.
Equipment
1 badminton racket per pupil, 1 shuttlecock between two, 30+ cones
Content guidance
Risk assessment required - physical activity
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
Prior knowledge starter quiz
4 Questions
Q1.Which letter can be used to describe the grip we should use when serving?
Q2.Which foot should be slightly behind when serving in badminton?
Q3.If you are able to control your emotions in a game, what skill are you showing?
Q4.If you start off a rally with a high serve, where would the space be to play your next shot?
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.When playing a competitive game, what skill are you demonstrating if you respect the rules even when you are making mistakes
Q2.Which serve would you use to try and force your opponent to the front of the court?
Q3.If you look across at your opponent and quickly identify where to hit the next shot, what skill are you showing?
Q4.If you communicate well with your opponent in a game to resolve any disagreements, what are you demonstrating?
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