Lesson Notes By Weeks and Term - Senior Secondary 1

TERM – 1^ST TERM

WEEK SEVEN

Class: Senior Secondary School 1

Age: 15 years

Duration: 40 minutes of 5 periods each

Date:

Subject: PHYSICAL EDUCATION

Topic: RACKET GAMES: BADMINTON GAME

SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES: At the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to

I.) Describe badminton

II.) Identify rules in badminton

III.) Identify the skills in badminton.

INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES: Identification, explanation, questions and answers, demonstration, videos from source

INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS: Videos, loud speaker, textbook, pictures,

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES

PERIOD 1-2

NOTE

RACKET GAMES: BADMINTON GAME

Badminton is a popular racket sport played by either two opposing players (singles) or two opposing pairs (doubles). The objective of the game is to hit a shuttlecock, a small object made of feathers and cork, across a net and into the opponent's court using a racket. The game can be played indoors or outdoors, and it requires agility, speed, and precision.

Badminton has its origins in ancient Greece and Egypt, but it was formalized as a sport in India during the 19th century. It was introduced to England in the 1870s and became popular among the upper class.

Rules in Badminton

1. Court and Equipment: The court is 13.4 meters long and 5.18 meters wide for singles, and 6.1 meters wide for doubles. The net is 1.55 meters high at the edges and 1.524 meters high in the center.
2. Scoring System: Matches are typically best of three games. A game is won by the first player/team to score 21 points, with a minimum 2-point lead (e.g., 21-19, 22-20).

NOTE: If the score reaches 20-20, play continues until one player/team gains a 2-point advantage or reaches 30 points first.

3. Serving: Serves must be made diagonally across the court. The server must stand within their service court, and the shuttlecock must be hit below the server’s waist.

In singles, the server serves from the right service court when their score is even and from the left when odd. In doubles, the serving and receiving rules rotate between players.

4. Faults:

   - If the shuttlecock lands outside the boundaries of the court.

   - If the shuttlecock passes through or under the net.

   - If a player touches the net or invades the opponent’s court.

   - If a player’s racket or body touches the shuttlecock before it crosses the net.

5. Lets: A let is called to stop play and replay the point without changing the score. This can occur if the shuttlecock gets stuck in the net, if the server serves before the receiver is ready, or if there's an unforeseen interruption during the rally.

Skills in Badminton

1. Footwork: Essential for moving efficiently around the court. Good footwork includes maintaining balance, quick directional changes, and proper stance.
2. Grip: There are two main grips: the forehand grip (like shaking hands with the racket) and the backhand grip (thumb on the back bevel of the handle). Proper grip helps with control and power.
3. Serving: Different types of serves include the high serve, low serve, flick serve, and drive serve. Each has its strategic use depending on the opponent's position and style.
4. Strokes:

      - Forehand and Backhand Clear: Hitting the shuttle high and deep into the opponent’s court.

   - Smash: A powerful downward shot aimed to end the rally.

   - Drop Shot: A soft shot that lands just over the net in the opponent’s forecourt.

   - Net Shot: A delicate shot played close to the net to make it difficult for the opponent to return.

EVALUATION: 1. What is badminton?

2. Mention 4 basic skills in badminton
3. Identify 5 rules in badminton

CLASSWORK: As in evaluation

CONCLUSION: The teacher commends the students positively