Badminton

Badminton is a sport involving two or four players using long-handled rackets to hit a shuttlecock back and forth over a net on a marked court. Believed to have originated in India and brought to England by British army officers in the 1870s, badminton has since become a popular backyard activity and a competitive indoor sport in many parts of the world. The International Badminton Federation was founded in 1934 and today has more than 90 member nations. Every year, both men and women players participate in a yearly IBF Grand Prix circuit. This section features various articles on badminton.
  • How to Play Badminton
    If you are a novice at the game, the basic tips and techniques to play badminton mentioned in this article will be helpful to you.
  • How to Grip a Badminton Racket
    Badminton rackets are very light and do not weigh more than a hundred grams. The manner in which a badminton racket is held is very important for improving one's game, and in this article we will tell you all about how to hold a badminton racket.
  • Badminton Rules
    Badminton rules are easy to understand and are not much of a hassle. Badminton is a very interesting sport and keeps you hooked all the time. Check out the article below to know what are the rules for badminton.
  • Badminton Terms
    Are you new to the game of badminton and wondering what are the common terms and conditions that apply to the sport? Here, we give you a list of terms and rules of badminton so that you are game to smash the shuttle.
  • Badminton Court Dimensions
    If you are looking for information on badminton court dimensions, you have landed on the right page. Knowing the standard badminton court dimensions can help you line up a badminton court according to international standards. Read and know all about the correct dimensions of a badminton court.
  • Badminton Rules and Regulations
    Are you a newcomer to the game of badminton? Well, in that case, you may be interested in knowing about the rules and regulations that the game of badminton has. Read on...
  • Badminton Tips
    Badminton is a sport played by two opposing players or two opposing pairs, with racquets. The sport is played in a rectangular court that is divided by a net and the players score points by striking the shuttlecock to pass over the net into the opponents' half of the court.