power transfer

[shukri ayob]

I'm new in the coaching business. I really hope someone out there could help me with some tips on how to train my players. They had lost badly in the recent games owing to the power tranfer problem. Whenever their opponents 'drop' they could not dash to the front. Their feet seemed to be glued to the court.Thank you.

[jayes]

Through my playing experience, I have learned to anticipate and also ready for backup plan (the duality of playing badminton, shall I say?). This way I can reach the spot much sooner (sometimes ahead of the shuttle). Anticipation can be an asset however it is not the only way for winning badminton.

How to gain the "anticipation sense" - it is through practice, practice, practice. Sometimes you anticipate through your opponent's body movement, racquet holding, playing with your opponent from previous points (this helps when you are observing and remembering), creating the opportunity, and so forth. The way you stand and move are also important.

I hope I've given a sample from a player's perspective (a limited one!) that you can adjust to your coaching style. I'm sure others, more experienced and eloquent, will give you more in depth suggestion.

Good luck in your coaching.

[olli]

My coach told me to get balance a bit more foreward (like expecting a drop) but to stand a bit more in the back of the field(center).It's in general easier to run foward as to run backward.When you have the balance a bit more backwards it is more difficult to reach a dropshot than vice versa-(balance foreward try to reach clear).

That what he said.However, I found out that if I'm concentrating to this i'll reach nothing.Can't explain, in training I'm slow, but in tournaments I'm fully motivated and haven't think about footwork or technique it just works.

I think you have to practise footwork.

[Mag]

This may be basic and obvious but it's worth emphasizing anyway: a key to anticipation is to look at your opponent(s) directly after you've made a shot. If you follow the shuttle over the net to the other side, this "glued-to-the-ground" situation will often occur. If you instead "forget" about the shuttle as soon as you hit it, and watch your opponent(s), you will have a better chance of ending up in the right place for receiving the next shot.

It's basic, but sometimes forgotten.

[shukri]

thanks jayes...
what you're saying is true. anticipation is a very essential element in badminton. In addition to that, i think the player's readiness while waiting for the shuttle is another thing. my friend told me to make the players stand on the ball of their feet and their body posture should be slanting forward. this, according to him will help the players to dash forward easier.

[jayes]

You are most welcomed.

Yes, I was going to suggest standing on the ball of player's feet, but thought of against it because I find that it may not be practical for different players due to their different physique. I myself stand on the ball of my feet, constantly - whether in ready position or playing.

Good luck with your team.