Badminton is an exciting, fast-paced sport that is enjoyed by players of all ages and abilities. It is a relatively easy game to learn, but it can take time and practice to become an expert. Scoring points in badminton is a key part of the game, and understanding the rules of the game is essential for becoming a successful player. In this article, we will discuss how to score or win a point in badminton.
What is Badminton?
Badminton is a racquet sport that is played by either two opposing players (singles) or two opposing pairs (doubles). The game is played on a court that consists of two halves, which are separated by a net. The aim of the game is to hit the shuttlecock (also known as the “birdie”) over the net and into the opposition’s court. The player or team that is able to hit the shuttlecock into the other court scores a point.
Serving
The first step to scoring points in badminton is to serve. The server is the player who puts the shuttlecock into play by hitting it over the net. In badminton, the server must stand in the service court, which is either the right or left side of the court, depending on where the server is standing. The server must hit the shuttlecock diagonally over the net and into the other court. If the shuttlecock does not go over the net, the server will lose the point.
Rally or Exchange
Once the shuttlecock is served, the players will have a rally or exchange. This is when the players hit the shuttlecock back and forth over the net. The aim of the rally is to hit the shuttlecock into the other court in a way that makes it difficult for the other player to return. If the shuttlecock is hit out of bounds, or if it touches the net, the other player will score a point.
Winning the Point
The player or team who is able to hit the shuttlecock into the other court and win the rally will win the point. The player or team that wins the point will be the one that is able to hit the shuttlecock into the other court in a way that makes it impossible for the other player to return. The player or team will then receive a point, and the serve will then switch to the other team.
Scoring
In badminton, the scoring system is a bit different than other racquet sports. The system is based on a point-by-point basis, and each point is awarded when a player or team wins a rally. A game is won when one player or team reaches 11 points, with at least a two-point lead. If both players or teams reach 11 points, the game will continue until one team has a two-point lead.
Conclusion
Scoring points in badminton is an essential part of the game. To score a point, a player or team must serve the shuttlecock over the net and into the other court. During the rally, the players must hit the shuttlecock back and forth until one player or team is able to hit the shuttlecock into the other court in a way that makes it impossible for the other player to return. The player or team that wins the rally will receive the point. The game is won when one player or team reaches 11 points, with at least a two-point lead. With practice and dedication, players of all levels can become proficient at scoring points in badminton.