PE 3 Badminton Assignment PDF

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Badminton Two or four players compete on a rectangular court with a high net in the centre. The players strive to earn points by using a racket to hit a little item called a shuttlecock across the net.

History of Badmindon Badminton was invented many years ago, and its origins may be traced back at least two thousand years to the ancient Greek, Indian, and Chinese games of battledore and shuttlecock. The game is named for Badminton, the country estate of the dukes of Beaufort in Gloucestershire, England, where it was first played about 1873. Badminton is derived directly from poona, which was played by British army officers stationed in India in the 1860s.

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The Badminton World Federation (BWF; originally the International Badminton Federation), the world governing body of the sport, was formed in 1934. Badminton is also popular in Malaysia, Indonesia, Japan, and Denmark. The BWF’s first world championships were held in 1977. A number of regional, national, and zonal badminton tournaments are held in several countries. The best-known of these is the All-England Championships.

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The Thomas Cup (world men's team championships) was the first major IBF tournament, held in 1948.

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The Uber Cup (women' team), International Championships, Sudirman Cup (mixed team), World Juniors, and the World Grand Prix Finals have all been added to the list of world events since then.

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The first unofficial all-England badminton championships for men were held in 1899, and the first badminton tournament for women was arranged the next year.

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Badminton first appeared in the Olympic Games as a demonstration sport in 1972 and as an exhibition sport in 1988. At the 1992 Games it became a full-medal Olympic sport, with competition for men’s and women’s singles (one against one) and doubles (two against two). Mixed doubles was introduced at the 1996 Games.

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Competitive badminton is usually played indoors because even light winds affect the course of the shuttlecock. (Recreational badminton, on the other hand, is a popular outdoor summertime activity.)

Purpose of Badminton Badminton is a full-body exercise. Playing badminton can help you burn up to 450 calories per hour while lunging, diving, jogging, and getting your heart beating. The diverse movements engage the entire body, including the hamstrings, quadriceps, calves, and core, for a powerful aerobic workout.

Facilities of Badminton

Badminton Court Dimensions  The overall dimensions is 20 (6.1 meters) feet by 44 feet (13.4 meters), marking the sidelines for doubles play and long service lines for singles play. 

The rectangular court is 44 feet (13.4 metres) long and 17 feet (5.2 metres) wide for singles.

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Function: The courts are meant to provide cushion and comfort to shuttlers who crisscross the playing surface to deceive their opponents with smashes and clever strokes to win points.

The Net Line

 The net line marks the middle of the court where the net is placed, creating a 22 feet by 20 feet area on each side of the net. 

A net 5 feet (1.5 meters) high stretches across the width of the court at its centre.

The Badminton Net  The top of the badminton net is hung 5 feet above in the center net line.

 Function: The central gameplay element in a game of Badminton, requiring players to return the shuttlecock from one side of the court to the other during the match

Lines names and Function Short Service Line  The short service line is marked 6 feet 6 inches from the center line. The area inside the short service line is also called the Non Volley Zone.

Center Line  The Center Line is the line that divides the court from the Short Service Line to the Back Boundary Line. This delineates the Left from Right Service Court.

Side Line for Singles Play  The Singles Side Line (inside side line) is marked 1 1/2 feet from the edge of the outer boundary (doubles side line).

Back Boundary Line and Long Service Line for Singles  The back boundary line (the outside one, all the way at the back) is the same for singles and doubles play it is the outermost back line on the court.

Long Service Line for Doubles  The Long Service line for Doubles is marked 2 1/2 feet inside the Back Boundary Line.

Equiments of Badminton and their Usage 1. Badminto Racket Badminton game is all about hitting a small object made up of rubber ball and feathers known as a shuttlecock in back and forth movements with the help of a racket. There is a variety of rackets available in the market. These are made up of different materials that make them lightweight, durable, etc.

According to the Badminton World Federation (BWF), there are specific rules of badminton rackets in terms of material, shape, weight, and form. Following is the list of the parts of a racket.

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Materials: In the old days, badminton rackets were made up of wood. Wood rackets are also available nowadays, but due to some issues, these rackets are abandoned in many places. Nowadays, badminton players are using rackets that are made up of carbon fiber, metal alloys, and ceramics. These are comparatively lightweight and durable.

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Frame: The frame of the racket includes a head, the stringed area, the handle, and the shaft. As per the rules of BWF, the frame length

should not be longer than 680 millimeters or wider than 230 millimeters. The frame weight should be between 80 and 100 grams. The badminton frames come in different shapes along with large or small sweet spots. It can be more or less flexible according to the materials used for the construction. 

Head: The racket head holds the strings properly. It can be an oval or rounded shape with holes in its perimeter to lace the strings.

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Stringed Area: The stringed area is made with nylon or carbon fiber string i.e., interwoven to form the racket face. According to the rules of BWF, the dimensions must not exceed 280 millimeters in length or 220 millimeters in width.

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Throat: The racket throat connects the head to the shaft. It can be a separate triangular piece at the head base or integrated into the head.

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Shaft: It is the long rod positioned between the throat and handle. It is made up of a composite material like graphite. It can be stiff or more flexible, as required by the player.

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Handle: The handle is connected to the shaft. You can hold the racket with the handle. It is covered with a material known as the grip. It can be high-moisture absorbing towel grips that need to be changed frequently or less-absorbing and more durable synthetic grips.

2. Badminton String It is necessary to choose the badminton with the right string that suits your playing style. You must buy a good racket with correct string thickness and string tension for maximizing your performance. 3. Shuttlecock A shuttlecock or shuttle or birdie is the object that a badminton player hits with his racket. The birdie is designed with feathers to propel through

the air. It is made in a cone shape with a tip of a hard cork. Shuttlecocks are available in a variety of materials at different costs. You can buy expensive shuttles that are made from feathers, and less expensive birdies that are made from plastic feathers. Sixteen feathers are attached to the base. The length of the feathers is between 2.44 and 2.75 inches.

4. Badminton Attire A pair of comfortable shorts and cotton or dry-fit T-shirt are a must for beginners, casual and professional badminton players. Some players like to wear hand grips, wristbands, and ankle guards. Every item serves a different purpose and provides comfort while playing the game. The attire of a sportsperson is also essential along with other badminton equipments.

5. Badminton Shoes Badminton shoes are designed better traction as well as the grip that lets you stop in time for returning the shot. Also, your shoes should be lightweight and wellcushioned to absorb the impact whenever you jump or land.

Professional players prefer heel cups because it is useful for prolonging the lifespan of shoes. Make sure that you should not wear jogging shoes as it lacks grip as well as traction. The grip of jogging shoes is also not good. You might not stop yourself in time to receive the drop shot.

You will get a good grip in badminton shoes when you wear it only on badminton courts. When the grip of shoes is gone, it will not be much effective on the court anymore. If you feel hurt in heels and knees when you land heavily on the floor after jumping, then the cushioning of your shoes has worn out.

How to play: 

In

international

play,

athletes

compete

in

best-of-three-games

matches. A game is played to 21 points, provided that the winner has at least a 2-point advantage. If a 2-point advantage is never reached, the first player or team to score 30 points wins. Points were only awarded to the serving side until 2006, when the BWF adopted the “rally scoring” system, under which either side can score at any time.

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Historically, the shuttlecock (also known as a “bird” or “birdie”) was a small cork hemisphere with 16 goose feathers attached and weighing about 0.17 ounce (5 grams). These types of shuttles may still be used in modern play, but shuttles made from synthetic materials are also allowed by the Badminton World Federation....