TIP 32.0
"...get fit to play sport, not play sport to get fit...helps reduce injuries..."
TIP 31.0
'Watch the opponent mainly when you hit the shuttle away from you and watch the shuttle mainly as it travels towards you' (taken from Jake Downey)
TIP 30.0
"Believe you can. Believe you can't. Either way you are right."
TIP 29.0
"If you have a single opponent, and you think you can be beaten, then you are already out numbered."
TIP 28.0
"Life is 10% what happens to you, and 90% on how you react to it." Attitude is everything.
TIP 27.0
If you are an attacking player, then get a racquet frame that is more on the stiff side. If you need more touch or control, then get a more flexible racquet shaft.
TIP 26.0
Do not get your racquet strung too tight. Tighter strings may give more power, but also result in loss of control.
TIP 25.0
Always announce the score to your partner and your opponents prior to each serve during a game.
TIP 24.0
Take a deep breath each time before you serve.
TIP 23.0
Consider using wrist sweat bands while playing. Often hand sweat can make the grip very slippery. The bands can come in handy in helping control the sweat. (You could also just get a tacky type grip.)
TIP 22.0
Use footwear that leaves the base of the feet close to the floor. If the feet are higher off the ground due to using basketball type shoes, there is more of a chance that an ankle will roll over during court movement.
TIP 21.0
Prior to play, always check the courts for water spots, broken feathers or other obstacles. Landing on small debris can cause ankle or leg injuries. Use the big dust mops to clean the courts to ensure a clean court.
TIP 20.0
Always warm up prior to play. It is important to stretch the muscles groups before intense play. Badminton involves alot of quick movements including lunging and stretching in many different directions. Injuries are more probable if athletes do not do proper warm ups.
TIP 19.0
When training for movement and footwork remember:
- doubles is primarily a side-to-side game
- singles is primarily a baseline to net game-one step side to side.
TIP 18.0
Always be courtious and have respect for:
- the game, and game etiquette
- your opponent. They probably love the game as much as you.
- other matches in play
- Coaches, Officials, and Volunteers.
- Yourself.
TIP 17.0
When you are playing a game, always only think about your own points.
Do not focus on your opponent's points. If you have 7 points, just think that you still have to score 8 points to win and nothing else. Its all mental....
TIP 16.0
The secret to singles is fitness and the four corners.....study Physics !
TIP 15.0
When you are #1, train like you are #2....there is always someone out there better than you.
TIP 14.0
Always try your best. Have pride in what you do.
TIP 13.0
Don't compare your training program to anyone else. Every athlete completes drills, and learns various skills at their own pace. What you find easy may be very difficult for another athlete.
TIP 12.0
Volunteer to coach students who are learning what you can already do well. Teaching is a great method to improve your own sport. You may know how to do a skill, but can you teach it to someone else?
TIP 11.0
Have fun and enjoy when you are training. It is hard work, but it pays in future success.
TIP 10.0
Ask questions ! If you are not sure on why you are doing a drill, or what is being taught - ASK!
TIP 9.0
Ask about the training program before you enroll. Some good questions to ask...
- What are the coaches credentials? What is his/her coaching experience?
- What can I be expected to learn during the training schedule?
- How big is the class size?
- What have other students thought of the training who have taken the classes?
- Are there tougher classes that I can move up to as my technical ability improves?
TIP 8.0
Invest in age and ability appropriate sport level equipment for your training. If you are just a beginner starting training, there is no need for the most expensive gear. As your technical ability grows and gets better, then upgrade your gear with it, as needed.
TIP 7.0
Cross train. Swimming, running, and other sports can build your badminton skills.
TIP 6.0
Compete ! Enter into tournaments or team competitions to test your ability. Ask around about local tournies at clubs or schools appropriate for your ability level. This is a great way to meet new friends and athletes who enjoy similiar interests.
TIP 5.0
Request feedback on your training. A coach should be able to tell you what things need correction and improvement, as well as what things you are excelling at.....ask for both.
TIP 4.0
Look for other training tools and resources. DVD's and books are available on-line at other badminton websites.
Get coaching tips from multiple sources. This does not mean you have to go to two programs to get coaching. It just suggests that every coach has their strengths & weaknesses; has their style of coaching, and their focus on what they like to coach. A variety of input into your development is good to have.
TIP 3.0
Train hard to develop good technical habits. Receiving good coaching helps to introduce new ways(or correct ways) of doing things, and repetitive training helps to establish good habits. Practice makes perfect.....
TIP 2.0
Never give up. Never quit. Never give in.......this is a great mental habit.
TIP 1.0
Take training because YOU want it, and YOU want to learn and get better.
