Fundamentals & Tactics
•Year 9
•Badminton
•Check string tension and grip size before distribution
Alternative: Short-handled racquets for students with grip difficulties
Use plastic for warm-up, feather for competitive play
Alternative: Slower plastic shuttles for beginners, foam shuttles for adaptation
Pre-printed with tactical observation criteria
Alternative: Digital assessment via tablets if available
Charged and positioned for court coverage
Alternative: Smartphone cameras with tripod stands
Mark target areas for tactical practice
Alternative: Chalk or tape for floor marking
Strategic placement of yourself on court to maximise coverage and shot options
Deliberately directing the shuttle to specific areas to create tactical advantage
Taking the initiative to put pressure on opponent through aggressive shot selection
Responding to opponent pressure while looking for counter-attack opportunities
Strategies specific to one-on-one play focusing on movement and endurance
Coordinated strategies between partners using formation and communication
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Technical vocabulary development, communication in tactical discussions, analysis and evaluation skills
Geometry through court angles and shot trajectories, statistics in scoring and performance analysis
Physics of shuttle flight patterns, forces in racquet swing mechanics, biology of muscle fatigue during tactical play
Spatial awareness and positioning, mapping movement patterns around court space
Decision-making under pressure, strategic thinking, partnership cooperation and communication skills
Central location with clear sightlines to all courts, move between leagues during tournament play
Watch for tactical shot selection, partnership cooperation, and appropriate competitive intensity
Step in if tactics become overly aggressive, safety concerns arise, or students need strategic guidance
Use exaggerated movements to show tactical concepts clearly, emphasise decision-making process over just technique
Minimum 6 badminton courts (13.4m x 6.1m each) with 2m safety zones
Non-slip court surface, checked for moisture or debris
Stop play immediately, assess injury, provide appropriate first aid, contact emergency services if required
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