Applying the forehand and backhand: creating space to win a point
I can use the forehand and backhand shots to move my opponent and create space in order to win a point.
Applying the forehand and backhand: creating space to win a point
I can use the forehand and backhand shots to move my opponent and create space in order to win a point.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Move: returning to the middle of the court after each shot means we can hit our next shot into spaces around the court.
- Move: when playing competitively, we create space by forcing our opponent to the side, front or back of the court.
- Think: evaluating our performance helps improve our tactics and decide when to play a forehand or backhand shot.
- Feel: when playing competitively we can manage our emotions to show self discipline.
- Connect: discussing tactics and evaluating our performance with others shows excellent cooperation.
Keywords
Space - can open area where your opponent is not standing
Scoring - the number of points, goals, runs, etc., that each player or team has in a game
Tactics - a carefully planned set of actions that are used by a team or an individual to achieve a certain goal
Common misconception
Pupils avoid hitting backhand shots. Pupils forget to return to the ready position. Pupils hit their forehands and backhands square on to the net.
Allow pupils time developing their backhand technique so they can use both shots in a rally. Remind pupils to return to the ready position after every shot. Pupils should have one foot slightly in front of the other so they in a side on position.
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Equipment
1 badminton racket per pupil, 1 shuttlecock between two, 30+ cones
Content guidance
- Risk assessment required - physical activity
Supervision
Adult supervision required
