What is a good serve in badminton?

Tips and tricks for a badminton serve

Performing correct badminton serve is important for a good start to any rally. In this blog post, we explain how serving works, including the rules of the game and tips for a successful serve.

The basics of serving in badminton

The serve, is one of the most fundamental aspects of the game of badminton. Here are the basics:

1. Serve from the service box

• When serving, the shuttle must be hit diagonally to the will oppose s service box.
• In singles, the player serves from the right service box when the score is even and from the left service box when the score is odd.

• The shuttlecock must be hit below the waist at the moment of contact.
• The handle of the badminton racket should point downwards when hitting the shuttle.

• At the moment of serving, both feet must touch the ground
• During the serve, you may not stand with your feet on the lines

Types of serves

There are different types of serves you can use, depending on your strategy and style of play:

1. Low serve:

• Used to make the shuttle go just over the netmaking it difficult for the opponent to hit back aggressively.

• Used to place the badminton shuttle deep into the opponent’s courtgiving you more time to prepare your next stroke.

• A surprise serve where you hit the shuttle higher and further than your opponent expects, usually used in doubles.

• A fast, flat serve hit with power, aimed at the opponent’s chest height that flies flat over the badminton net.

• The badminton shuttle is hit with a forehand, with the badminton racket flying past your leg.

• You hit the shuttle over the net with your backhandnot reaching above the waist.

Tips for a successful serve

• Consistency: Practice regularly to get consistency in your serve. A consistent serve ensures fewer errors and more control over the match.
• Variation: Vary your serves to surprise and unbalance your opponent.
• Technique: Focus on the right technique. A good grip, body position and correct stroke movement are crucial for an effective serve.

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