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Forehand Serve Backhand Serve
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There are two main types of serves in badminton. One is the forehand serve and it is mainly used in singles. It is useful for a good short serve right over the net or for a long serve high in the back of the opposition's court. The other main type of serve is the backhand serve and it is mainly used in doubles and mixed doubles. It is useful for a good short serve and a good drive serve.

Forehand Serve Top

Tips

	Turn to the non-racquet foot's side to net with weight on rear foot
	Cock your wrist back
	Rock forward shifting weight to front foot
	Drop shuttle and contact below waist
	Snap your wrist upon contact with the shuttle for the long serve
	Keep your wrist firm and cocked upon contact with the shuttle for the short serve
	Deception - make your short serve and long serve look identical up until you actually hit the shuttle
	Concentrate on the white border of the net - this will help to encourage a lower service
	Place your short service to the corners - try to shoot a precise service

Backhand Serve Top

Tips

	Use the backhand grip - place your thumb on the wider part of your rackets' grasp
	Flex your wrist prior to contact with the shuttle
	Hold the shuttle and racquet head at about waist high (contacting the shuttle above the waist is illegal)
	Let go of the shuttle and snap your wrist (extension) in one fluid motion
	Accelerate the shuttle in the last moment to achieve a long service

The following websites are useful in looking at serving in badminton.

	Serving to a Rusher in Doubles
	The Serve

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