Exploring ways to win the point
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can use creativity to outwit my opponent.
Key learning points
- Move: net shots require very little backswing and instead meet the shuttle as close to the net as possible.
- Move: smashes are hit with downward force and a flick of the wrist.
- Think: disguising which shot you are playing can wrong foot your opponent.
- Feel: inspiration comes from problem solving and experimentation.
- Connect: sympathetic feeds that are challenging but possible are the best way to support each other to develop.
Keywords
Smash - hitting the shuttle down to attack with power
Net shot - hitting the shuttle from up close to the net
Drop shot - hitting the shuttle from the back of the court to go just over the net
Common misconception
Pupils hold their index finger up towards the shaft of the racket to try to get more control.
Letting your index finger point up the back of the grip feels like it is helping with control, but break this habit fast to prevent this technique from limiting your progress to the full range of shots that are possible with a shake hands grip.
Teacher tip
Challenge pupils to spot and call out "grip" every time they see a peer using the wrong grip with their index finger up the back of the racket to help break the habit.
Equipment
1 badminton racket per pupil; at least 2 shuttlecocks each; posts, nets and floor markers; mini whiteboards and pens
Content guidance
Risk assessment required - physical activity
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
Prior knowledge starter quiz
4 Questions
Q1.Why is it important to get your body position sideways on when you hit the shuttle?
Q2.What is it called when you point your strings slightly up?
Q3.What is it called when you hit a defensive high shot from the side of your body?
Q4.What do you need to do to achieve success when working together?
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.If you are at the front of the court and hit short then what is your shot called?
Q2.What is an attacking shot where you hit the shuttle down at a steep trajectory called?
Q3.What is the consequence of letting your index finger point up the back of the grip?
Q4.To solve problems and outwit your opponent, which of the following is not a good strategy?
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